When visiting the Great Smoky Mountains, explore hiking trails, go mountain biking, take scenic drives in Cades Cove, ride horses, fly fish for rainbow trout, check out historic structures, and enjoy all the great outdoors has to offer your Gatlinburg getaway. Before you go, take a look at our insider tips on local fun, Appalachian history, Gatlinburg weather and seasons, what to do in animal encounters, outdoor activities, and how to make the most of your Smoky Mountain vacation.
When you take a trip during winter in the Smoky Mountains, you should be aware of some of the conditions in East Tennessee. At no point should any of these factors put a chill to your enjoyment. The sights of snow-capped mountains and beautiful displays of holiday lights will far exceed anything the weather will…
While the Great Smoky Mountains are beautiful at any time of year, there is just something magical about autumn! Whether it is the fall foliage, the spectacular weather or the fun seasonal events, the fall is a wonderful time to visit the Smokies! Here are 4 reasons why you should visit the Smoky Mountains in…
The Smoky Mountains is one of the most perfect places to have an affordable yet enjoyable vacation. This is partly because of all the exciting things you can do for free! You won’t have to break the bank to have a great time in the mountains. To help you save money on your vacation, we’ve…
Although there are plenty of wonderful sights and attractions to see in Gatlinburg, it can also be fun to take a day to explore the surrounding area! While staying at Chalet Village, you are just a short drive from several fantastic attractions in the outlying areas! So hop in the car, buckle up and hit…
As the winter fades into a memory, the colors of spring blossom throughout the Smokies in the form of the famous Smoky Mountain wildflowers! While these flowering plants can be found almost year-round in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the spring is the prime season to view these beautiful wildflowers. Here are the top…
When you think of the Smoky Mountains, one of the first images that often comes to mind is the black bear. After all, nearly every gift shop in Gatlinburg has T-shirts, postcards and magnets dedicated to this animal! This is because the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the largest protected areas in…
If you are lucky enough to be visiting the Smoky Mountains during the fall foliage season, there are many excellent viewing opportunities around Gatlinburg! One of the best ways to enjoy the beautiful fall colors is to rise above the trees so that you can get an aerial view of the mountains. Here are the…
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a place that most people have heard of. They know all about the gorgeous views and probably even about the wildlife that roams there. However, it never hurts to expand your knowledge especially when it’s about a place you love. Here are 5 fascinating facts about the Smoky Mountains…
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