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Posted
February 4, 2013

Cades Cove is a historical tourist attraction within The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The 11-mile looped road area displays several cabins, churches, and businesses in an 11-mile looped road. Tourists see what life was like in the 1800 and 1900s in this mountain village. The Great Smoky Mountains area is rich in history and in wildlife. The cove was prime hunting ground for the Cherokee full of deer, bear, ground hog, and other small animals. All wildlife is still prevalent, but is no longer hunted with bow and

Posted
February 3, 2013

Wildlife in the Great Smoky Mountains is one reason visitors are attracted to the area. One of the best areas for viewing different wildlife species in the Gatlinburg area of Tennessee is Cades Cove. An 11-mile one-way loop surrounding the wide, rolling valley surrounded by mountains provides visitors the opportunity to drive slowly by wildlife and the surrounding flora and fauna. Smoky Mountain black bears and grizzly bears are the most visible in the spring and fall in the Cades Cove area of the Great Smoky Mountains because they

Posted
February 2, 2013

The Great Smoky Mountains have long been a favorite vacation spot for visitors who enjoy outdoor adventures. People come to the area to walk one of the literally hundreds of trails that can be found here and take in the beauty of the site. One of the main things that outdoor enthusiasts look forward to viewing on these trips are the waterfalls. Three of the best waterfalls to visit while vacationing in the Gatlinburg and Cades Cover, TN area of the Great Smoky Mountains are Abrams Falls, Laurel

Posted
January 19, 2013

If you are looking for a vacation that provides some great fishing areas, fishing in the Great Smoky Mountains is good option. You can try your hand at fishing in the many streams and rivers inside the national park as well as locations outside the park. Types of Fishing and Where to Go While you can find all types of fishing in the Smoky Mountains area, the area is best known for its fly fishing. When you want to catch trout and other fly fishing Smoky Mountains specialties, there are plenty of

Posted
January 18, 2013

Memories made from a wintertime Smoky Mountain vacation are packed with family adventures that you can't find anywhere else. From skiing to storytelling festivals to concerts and light shows, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Planning your vacation begins with deciding which attractions you want to visit this year. Festivals and Other Attractions The Smoky Mountains offer a wide range of special events during the winter months. The Storytelling Festival is usually held in February and includes weekend workshops where you can listen to the best storytellers in the region

Posted
December 31, 2012

A Smoky Mountains Vacation is a rite of passage for many Americans. If it has been several years since you have been in Smoky Mountain TN, you should start planning a return trip. The Great Smoky Mountains feature ancient mountains, old-growth forests, striking assortments of wildflowers, black bears, elk, and other wildlife. Visitors wondering what to do in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge will be pleasantly surprised to learn that many new attractions have been built. Gatlinburg is next door to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Gatlinburg’s prized Ripley's Believe

Posted
December 30, 2012

The Smoky Mountains vacation memories for many are a combination of fantastic mountain views, great outdoor experiences, and the southern specialty foods especially sweet treats enjoyed. The area around Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg are a desert foodies delight with a variety of unique candy shops to please any candy-lovers craving. One-of-a-kind confections are available along with vintage décor at many of the candy shops found during a TN Vacation. A list of the sweets locations with a summary of their offerings is provided to help when planning

Posted
December 20, 2012

There's no better place to plan a holiday vacation to see the best displays of Christmas lights than a TN vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains. Pack up your bags and travel to Gatlinburg, Tennessee for a wide range of family-friendly activities and attractions that can be enjoyed all season long. Gatlinburg is also the ideal destination to view magnificent Christmas light displays throughout the town as well as at popular tourist spots around the area. Ring in the holiday season and celebrate Christmas during a winter vacation

Posted
December 6, 2012

Spotting black bears in the Smoky Mountains is something that you may want to do while you are in The Great Smoky Mountain National Park in their natural environment. Not many people get the chance to have a cute little bear wave at them though but one viewer got just so lucky and was also able to video it to share with you. Facts about black bears Black bears are the only species of bear found in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Black bears is the second largest

Posted
October 29, 2012

Gatlinburg Tennessee weather averages run the gamut and is at some point comfortable to almost any climatic preference from a nippy 35 degrees in January to a warm 73 in July along with substantial rainfall throughout the year. Gatlinburg, Tennessee is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. While its hallmark location is the natural majesty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park (the most visited national park in the United States), it is also home to one-of-a-kind shows, carnivals, and Dollywood, the theme park owned by country music

Posted
October 18, 2012

Located near the very end of the Parkway in Gatlinburg at the base of the Smoky Mountains you will find one of several opportunities to visit a Smoky Mountain Winery, Sugar Land Cellars. In this picturesque setting grapes and fruits mostly from local sources are brought in and processed on site to give you a unique taste of Smoky Mountain flavor. You will find red and white wines from dry to sweet and bubbly varieties available with the majority falling into the locally popular sweet category. While in the

Posted
October 18, 2012

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Smoky Mountain Fall Colors 2012 Fall 2012 is predicted The Great Smoky Mountains most colorful season in years The Great Smoky Mountains National Park in TN., kick off 2012 fall season after sights of vibrant leaf colors were reported in higher elevations by Park officials. SEVIERVILLE, Tenn. (October 2012) - Sevierville, Tenn., Sep. 23 marked the 2012 fall calendar season for The Great Smoky Mountains when sights of vibrant leaf colors were reported by officials at The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. On October 10th https://www.nps.gov reported: “Fall colors are at

Posted
September 25, 2012

Whether green and blooming with the bright colors of spring or tinted with the golden hues of autumn, Great Smoky Mountain National Park is always full of beauty. In fact the Smoky Mountain National Park receives more visitors than any other National Park per year each season of the year. The border between the states of Tennessee and North Carolina runs through the center of the park as does the Appalachian Trail. Entrances to the park are located on both sides of the border,  one in Gatlinburg, Tennessee and one in Cherokee, North

Posted
September 23, 2012

Gatlinburg, Tennessee is the perfect place to begin your quest for spotting a black bear in The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This massive park is home to over 1500 bruins and the best place to see one is in Cades Cove, less than thirty miles from the heart of Gatlinburg. Starting your bear adventure in Gatlinburg is a good idea as the community has everything you’ll need to help your search. You’ll find high quality outdoor gear, including hiking boots, daypacks and binoculars. Shop owners frequent the park