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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Christ in the Smokies
In the center of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, at Christ in the Smokies Museum & Gardens (located on the former Christus Gardens property) you will have the remarkable experience of walking through a Biblical world of 2000 years ago, seeing life-size, life-like representations of important scenes from the life of Jesus Christ.

Big Creek Expeditions
Big Creek Expeditions is the premier white water rafting company in East Tennessee.

Ober Gatlinburg
Welcome to the scenic and exciting four-seasons world of Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park, high above Gatlinburg, Tennessee!

Smokies Baseball (Minor League)
Yadier Molina, who played for the Smokies in 2003, drove the first pitch he saw from Mets’ reliever Aaron Heilman over the left field wall to send the Cardinals to their second World Series in the past three years.

Ripley's Old MacDonald Mini Golf
Play the world’s most interactive miniature golf courses.
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5 Places to Go Moonshine Tasting in Gatlinburg
There is a long tradition of making and enjoying genuine moonshine in Gatlinburg, TN. Discover the best destinations for moonshine tasting in our guide.

4 Fun Things to Do When Visiting Gatlinburg
What will you explore on your next trip to the Eastern Tennessee mountains? Discover what to do in Gatlinburg while you're here for a visit!

13 Best Restaurants in Gatlinburg
Explore Gatlinburg's top eateries! Dive into its culinary gems, from hearty pancakes to succulent trout, and experience the essence of the Smokies.