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Daytime at Alum Cave

Hiking the Alum Cave Trail (Great Smoky Mountains)

Everyone needs that friend who will call you up and say “let’s go on an adventure!” I have a friend like that in my former … Read more

Categories Great Smoky Mountains
Appalachian trail sign

Where is the Appalachian Trail in Tennessee?

The Appalachian Trail enters Tennessee in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The trail runs along the eastern border of the state weaving in and … Read more

Categories Great Smoky Mountains
pancakes on plate

Why Are Pancakes So Popular in Gatlinburg? 

Gatlinburg, Tennessee is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the United States, hosting millions of tourists each year. The rather small downtown area … Read more

Categories Gateway Cities, Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg traffic

Is Gatlinburg Always Crowded? (Answered)

Anyone who likes to vacation in the southern states, especially Tennessee, has likely heard of Gatlinburg. This popular tourist destination is one of the most … Read more

Categories Gateway Cities, Gatlinburg
Gatlinburg traffic

7 Things to Avoid in Gatlinburg (Helpful Tips)

Sevier County has a relatively small population of just over 70,000 but gets a lot of tourism due to its proximity to the Smoky Mountains. … Read more

Categories Gateway Cities, Gatlinburg
eastern view clingman's dome

12 Best Views in the Smoky Mountains 

Gatlinburg, Tennessee attracts millions of visitors every year, and one of the biggest draws is the national park it holds. The Smoky Mountains National Park … Read more

Categories Great Smoky Mountains, National Parks
hiking on a trail in a group

15 Best Hikes Near Gatlinburg (The Smokies)

Nothing compares to the hikes in Gatlinburg, it’s impossible to overstate the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains region. This region is sprinkled with waterfalls, … Read more

Categories Great Smoky Mountains, National Parks
cataract falls trail sign

4 Stroller Friendly Hiking Trails Near Gatlinburg

Hiking is a great hobby and activity, and there’s a lot of it to be done in the Smoky Mountains. Though many of us have … Read more

Categories Uncategorized
black bear

When Can You See Black Bears in the Smoky Mountains?

Black bears are berry-loving animals that can grow up to 6 feet long and 600 pounds in weight. One of their natural wild habitats is … Read more

Categories Great Smoky Mountains, National Parks
clingman's dome early in the morning

How Much Time Do You Need at Clingmans Dome?

Sitting 6,643 feet above sea level, Clingmans Dome is a popular destination in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It’s Tennessee’s tallest mountain and the … Read more

Categories Great Smoky Mountains, National Parks
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