Smoky Mountain Area Information

Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. The sprawling landscape encompasses lush forests and an abundance of wildflowers that bloom year-round. Streams, rivers and waterfalls appear along hiking routes that include a segment of the Appalachian Trail.

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Ripley's Believe it or Not

Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee is full of surprises!

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Pigeon Forge Gem Mine

Discovery waits for you at the Pigeon Forge Gem Mine. Live a proprietor’s dream as you unearth real gems.

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WonderWorks

The Smokies only upside down attraction. An amusement park for the mind, featuring over 100 interactive exhibits for the entire family to experience.

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Speedzone Fun Park

This area has grown into a mega-fun zone and one thing is for sure; family fun in Pigeon Forge is easy to find! If you’re driving in from Gatlinburg, keep your eyes open for Speedzone on the right side of the Parkway.

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Funstop Family Action Park

Just wait till you see the look on your family’s face when they see the GREAT Selection of rides to choose from, at YOUR FUNSTOP FAMILY ACTION PARK, the CLOSEST Action Park to Gatlinburg and the ‘South End’ of Action Packed Pigeon Forge!

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Why Work with Our Tennessee Property Management Company

Let Bear Camp Cabin Rentals, a reputable Tennessee property management company, turn your Smoky Mountain rental into a success.

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Tips for Planning a Large Tennessee Family Vacation

Now’s the perfect time to plan a family vacation to Tennessee; keep reading for helpful planning tips; keep reading to learn more.

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8 Things To Do in Pigeon Forge With Kids

If you’re planning a trip to the Smoky Mountains, it’s never too soon to start thinking about what you want to do when you’re there. If there are kids involved, it’s even more important to keep them busy!

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6 Best Places to Visit in the Smoky Mountains in Fall

There’s truly nothing else quite like the Smoky Mountains in fall. The crisp mountain air, the vibrant colors painting the landscape, and the peaceful serenity that settles over the hills. It’s a time when nature puts on its best show, and you don’t want to miss it.