Inside Gatlinburg

In the mood for a little excitement? Why not try a little white water rafting while in Gatlinburg, TN? Thanks to the Pigeon River and its untamed mountain waters, you and your entire family can enjoy the thrills and exhilaration of riding the high waters! Whitewater rafting in Tennessee is the perfect adventure for a family vacation, honeymoon, family reunion, youth retreat, corporate outing, conference, etc!


There are several outfitters in Gatlinburg that will guide you through the entire process of taking a rousing rafting trip along the river. Guided whitewater rafting tours make the excursion safer and more fun, and there are several different classes of rapids to explore for every age and experience level. Whitewater rafting in the Smokies is a perfect family adventure, and a great way to not only see the mountains but become a part of them!
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When you think of visiting Gatlinburg, golfing might not immediately come to mind as an activity. But, there are some of the most picturesque golf courses in the entire world right in the heart of Gatlinburg! There can’t be anything more relaxing or refreshing than a few holes of golf nestled in the breathtaking blues and gorgeous greens of the Great Smoky Mountains!

Take a day and experience one of the championship golf courses that were designed especially for the mountain terrain of Gatlinburg! The manicured greens fit right into the verdant forest landscapes, framed perfectly by the mountains. And the price is always right, with many courses offering discounted games, along with vacation packages!
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Gatlinburg is a city filled with family-friendly attractions that will entertain the kids as well as bring out the kid in you! Nearly all of the fun is within walking distance of the beautiful center of Gatlinburg, TN and a short drive from Pigeon Forge, Tennessee making it convenient and easy to experience a day of unique fun during your visit!

No matter what your type of fun is, there is something for you in Gatlinburg! Aside from the amazing hiking, whitewater rafting, golfing, and other outdoor adventures amid the Great Smoky Mountains, you can enjoy museums, amusement parks, and other fun centers that will be perfect for everyone in your family! And not only are the attractions of Gatlinburg convenient and fun, they are very affordable!
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If you are looking for the perfect destination for your wedding, there are few places more romantic, serene, and scenic than Gatlinburg, TN. Tucked cozily in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains just minutes away from Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg offers you and your wedding guests countless views, activities, and amenities that will make your wedding celebration an unforgettable event! Gatlinburg, TN is one of the most popular destinations on the east coast for weddings due the incredible scenery, range of lodging options, great food, and more.

When it comes to destination weddings, Gatlinburg offers couples several options. Choose an intimate and charming local chapel, an informal setting in a park with a mountain view, or a unique ceremony in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring grand mountain views. Whether you want to invite 100 of your closest friends and family, or you want to escape for a clandestine exchange of vows with only the one you love, Gatlinburg is an ideal choice! The wedding chapel pictured to the left is offered by Black Bear Cabins and Weddings.
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There is no better way to get away and celebrate your marriage than to rent a cozy and romantic honeymoon cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains. An inviting cottage or cabin in Gatlinburg, TN will serve as the perfect foundation for a lifetime of wonderful memories! Gatlinburg features some of the most picturesque scenery, along with plenty of opportunities for fun and relaxation!

Experience your ideal honeymoon vacation in Gatlinburg! There are numerous rental cabins available, from spacious log cabins with mountain views to secluded chalets tucked into the mountainside to comfortable cottages in close proximity to all of the amenities of downtown Gatlinburg. If you’re looking for a honeymoon suite in Gatlinburg Tennessee then there are plenty to choose from as well. If you’re looking to plan a cheap honeymoon then there are cabins that fit those budgets as well. Whether you want total seclusion, or you want to immerse yourself in all of the fun, there is a comfortable and affordable Gatlinburg honeymoon cabin waiting for you!

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One of the best reasons to visit Gatlinburg, TN is for the breathtaking natural surroundings. Just look up from any spot, and you will see picturesque views of the Great Smoky Mountains enveloping you. The heart of Gatlinburg is just paces away from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, home to more than 800 miles of hiking trails, peaceful waterfalls, beautiful flora and fauna, and plenty of opportunities for you and your family to commune with nature.

Hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is available to everyone, from those simply in the mood for a leisurely day hike to more experienced backcountry backpackers looking for a physical challenge. No matter what type of hike you choose to experience, you will be surrounded by soaring vistas, colorful wildflowers, abundant wildlife, and rich history. It is a perfect way to experience the mountains for the first time, and to introduce the great outdoors to the kids. Or, simply enjoy revisiting the rugged terrain you have traveled many times before, seeing something new at every turn.
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Fall is an incredible season to visit Gatlinburg and The Great Smoky Mountains with the beautiful foliage, crisp air, crafts, harvest festivals, etc. If you have never visited Gatlinburg, TN in the month of October then you are missing out on an amazing experience.

Figuring out when the color in the leaves will peak can be very tricky…like predicting the weather. A good rule of thumb that defines a brilliant fall is dry weather with cool (not freezing) temperatures in October. There are obviously other factors, but those two are a common necessity. Colors usually peak around the last half of October with the higher elevations changing color first and then trickling down into the valley. So how can you figure out if the color is peaking before you visit Gatlinburg? Luckily, the internet can help!
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Before we get started, I want to clear something up. The Great Smokey Mountains National Park is actually spelled wrong. The correct spelling is the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Do you see the difference? Many people misspell Smoky as Smokey with an “e”. Some simply call them the Smokies while others spell it Smokeys. If you’re one of the people who spells it incorrectly, don’t worry…more people spell it as Smokey Mountains rather than the correct way! Does that make it wrong? Who knows…the Smoky Mountains are still just as breathtakingly beautiful! I don’t recall God naming it or really even caring how it’s spelled. The mountain range is just simple amazing.

So with that out of the way, let’s dig into one of the most amazing places on earth…the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Great Smoky Mountains is in the southern tip of the Appalachian Mountains and create sort of a natural border between Tennessee and North Carolina. If you have ever been to Gatlinburg, TN or Cherokee, NC then you have been in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Many people don’t realize that the Smokey Mountains…I mean Smoky Mountains…is the most visited national park in the United States! This is a testament to the beauty of the park, but it has also become increasingly harmful to the environmental makeup of the Smokies. The increased pollution in the air from vehicle exhaust along with the growing population, increased tourism, etc has taken a toll on the wildlife and natural habitats. Fortunately the Great Smoky Mountain National Park is working to preserve and even restore as much of the National Park as possible.

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The annual Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival signals the most incredible time of the year to visit Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains. The air starts getting crisp, the leaves begin to change color, and the arts & crafts community starts buzzing with energy. There is simply no other time like fall in the Smokies. If you have never experienced it or have only visited Gatlinburg during other times of the year then you don’t know what you’re missing! I suggest clearing you calendar right now to visit Gatlinburg before October 31!

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If you’re looking for some fun, free entertainment for the entire family in Gatlinburg, TN then the Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales may provide a solid evening’s worth of fun. Throughout the entire Summer (from June 8 to September 2) the streets come alive from 5:30pm - 11pm with all sorts of characters! You’ll find people clogging, playing “mountain” instruments, telling stories, singing songs, and inviting you to experience the unique history of authentic Appalachian entertainment.

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