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The Smoky Mountain area is home to some of the most popular things to see and do in the Southeast. Dollywood, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, Cades Cove, and Clingmans Dome frequently top the list of things to do in the region, and deservedly so. However, the Smokies also offer a number of lesser known attractions that can be just as much fun as the big name destinations. We’ve put together a list of five hidden gems in Gatlinburg TN and the Smoky Mountains that you’ll definitely want to check out on your next vacation. If you’re already familiar with some of these places, you can consider yourself a Smoky Mountain insider!

When your furry friend jumps in your lap as you’re planning your trip to Gatlinburg, it dawns on you - you don’t want to leave your dog behind when you go on vacation! You start doing research and find that there are many great pet friendly lodging options in the Gatlinburg area. However, before you book your trip, you want to make sure that there are pet friendly places in Gatlinburg TN that you can take your pooch when you aren’t at your cabin or chalet. One of the best kept secrets in the Smokies is how many amazing pet friendly places in Gatlinburg TN there are. These pet friendly places will allow you and every member of your family to enjoy an amazing vacation in Gatlinburg. Here are a few of these spectacular pet friendly places in Gatlinburg TN for you and your dog to visit:

UPDATE: A long-awaited Smoky Mountain coaster is finally open! After a year of construction, the brand new Mountain Coaster at Ober Gatlinburg is up and running. At 3,000 feet tall, this thrilling ride is the highest mountain coaster in the state of Tennessee, and one of the tallest of its kind in the world.

The Rocky Top Wine Trail is a self-guided ‘tour’ of 5 wineries in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville. Each location offers free wine tastings, so you’ll have the chance to sample over 50 different local wines. At your first stop, just grab your Wine Trail Passport, get it stamped and you’ll be given a souvenir wine glass. Then, once you complete the trail and have stamps from all 5 locations, you’ll receive another souvenir! The Rocky Top Wine Trail is a great experience for anyone looking to sample local wines while exploring the area. You don’t have to complete the wine trail in one day, so you can stop at the locations as you’re out and about on your vacation. We took an inside look at the Rocky Top Wine Trail and each of the Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg wineries.

As you know, there is nowhere like the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Unlike any other vacation destination in the US, the Great Smoky Mountains are enjoyable no matter what season it may be. With plenty of activities to enjoy year round, there is something for everyone. Take a look at all of these great family friendly and fun things to do in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge for your next vacation:

Opportunities for shopping in the Smoky Mountains are endless. Between outlet malls, downtown shops and locally owned stores, you have days of retail therapy ahead of you. But one possibility you definitely shouldn't miss out on is Gatlinburg shopping at The Village. Tucked into a nook downtown, The Village is a picturesque collection of quaint stores and eateries that are a must for anyone looking for great shopping – and then some. A winding brick path takes you through a unique selection of boutiques, clothiers, eateries and galleries with plenty of bench space for resting and enjoying the scene along the way.

Sugarlands Distilling Company has partnered with the creators and stars of Discovery’s popular tv show “Moonshiners” to bring fans a series of new exciting flavors. The show focuses on men who are continuing the age-old tradition of moonshining in the Appalachian mountains. Many of these men are continuing the traditions that were passed down to them from their own family members.

How much do you know about the Doc Collier Gatlinburg moonshine distillery? At Visit My Smokies, we stopped in at Doc Collier’s moonshine distillery, to learn a little more about the distilling process and how the moonshine is made. We caught up with Buddy, General Manager at Doc Collier Moonshine, and a distiller at Doc Collier, Ronny. They were able to tell us all about moonshine and how Doc Collier Moonshine got its name. Watch the video below to learn a little more, and take a behind-the-scenes look at Doc Collier Moonshine.