What Is So Special About Taking a Gatlinburg Vacation in March?

Are you restlessly counting down the days until spring break gets here, or at least trying to patiently wait until the warmer weather is here to stay? At Visit My Smokies, we could not agree more! That is why we are excited to announce all of the amazing benefits that come with taking a Gatlinburg vacation in March.

With spring just around the corner, there is no better time than now to plan on spending a few relaxing days in the heart of the Smoky Mountains.

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Warmer Weather

Although waking up and seeing the snow in the Smoky Mountains is a beautiful sight, we cannot say that we are sad to see it go in exchange for the warmer weather of spring. After several cold months, we are excited to trade in our heavy overcoats and down vests for sandals and sunglasses.

Not to mention, warmer weather also means that you and your family will not have to pack as many layers in your suitcase when you prepare for your trip, meaning less hassle both during your pre-planning and when you return home. Besides, with less layers to worry about, you will have more room in your bag to fit in a few extra souvenirs to bring back home with you that you and your family picked up from one of the many quaint shops in Gatlinburg and the surrounding areas.

To learn what the weather will be like during your spring vacation to Gatlinburg, be sure to check out our latest weather report from Smoky Mountain Weatherman, Paul Poteet. You can see his Smoky Mountain weather report under the Area Information tab on our website.

Spring Flowers

There is no denying the beauty of the spring wildflowers in the Smoky Mountains. That being said, it is towards the end of March where families and guests will first start to catch a glimpse of the floral beauty that will soon cover the area.

Some of our favorite flowers and foliage that guests will see during their Gatlinburg vacation in March include trillium, dogwoods, lady slipper orchids, and more!

Click here to learn more about our favorite Smoky Mountain wildflowers.

Exciting Events

The Smoky Mountain wildlife are not the only ones coming out of hibernation, it is also time when families and guests will find a ton of fun and exciting events that they can enjoy during their Gatlinburg vacation in March. An example of some of these thrilling events including the Smoky Mountains Wildflower Pilgrimage, Spring Corvette Expo, Dollywood’s Festival of Nations, and much more!

To see a list of all the exciting upcoming events in Gatlinburg, be sure to check out the Smoky Mountains Events Calendar on our website under the What To Do tab.

Affordable Accommodations

Another perk about taking a Gatlinburg vacation in March is the cheap Gatlinburg cabin rates found this time of year. Rental rates fluctuate throughout the year based on the popularity of the season. For example, summer and fall are usually considered to be peak season in the Smoky Mountains, and, therefore, the rental rates are usually at their highest during this time.

This means that families choosing to visit the Smokies this time of year will get to enjoy all of the fun things our area has to offer at a very affordable price.

To learn more about our favorite affordable accommodations and places to stay in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains, be sure to visit the Where To Stay section of our website. There, you will find hundreds of cheap Gatlinburg cabins, condos, chalets, campgrounds, and more!

Ready to start booking your family or groups vacation to Gatlinburg this March? Start by looking through all of the vacation rentals we have under the Where To Stay tab on our website. There, you and your family will be able to choose from hundreds of relaxing bed and breakfasts, condos, chalets and condos in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville.