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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Walden Creek Stables
Our Horseback riding stables are a family attraction for Smoky Mountain guest and neighbors alike.

Guiness Book of World Records Museum
Hundreds of exhibits from the best selling Guinness Book of World Records are on display at this museum, as well as many items from Elvis, Princess Diana, and Houdini.

Dolly Parton's Stampede
The Dixie Stampede in Pigeon Forge is an entertaining extravaganza that combines music, fast paced rodeo-style entertainment and a delicious dinner.

Ripley's Haunted Adventure
Live actors, special effects, freights and screams for everyone!
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How Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Inspires Children to Read
Discover how Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library helps children learn to read by sending them free books every month.

The Old Mill
Since 1830, the still-functioning, water-powered old mill churns out delicious, old-fashioned candies, warm artisan breads (like the Chocolate Chip Cherry Sourdough and Honey Wheat) from the bakery and on site pottery designs.