Roads to drive, sights to see, things to do, places to visit, tips and interesting tidbits - all about your Smoky Mountains vacation
Thinking of Staying in the Smokies?
Blue Mountain Cabins offers private cabins with nature surroundings and convenient access to many area destinations.
Historic
If you love discovering hidden historic landmarks in the Smoky Mountains, the Harrisburg Covered Bridge is a must-see. Located just outside Sevierville, Tennessee, this 19th-century wooden bridge spans the East Fork of the Little Pigeon River and remains one of the few surviving covered bridges in the state.
Scenic Drives & Day Trips
Day trips: Blue Ridge Parkway and Mt Mitchell in North Carolina
If you have "done it all" in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville area during your stay, have time, and want to try something new out of the way, consider a side trip that you can do in one day. Take a scenic drive via Blue Ridge Parkway to Mt. Mitchell.
Things to Do
Horseback Riding in the Tennessee Smoky Mountains (Updated)
The Great Smoky Mountains area has a wide variety of wildlife and picturesque mountain scenery, and exploring it on horseback is one of the most breathtaking experiences in the United States.
Family Friendly Activities
Ober Mountain's Attractions for All Seasons
From winter sports on snow-covered slopes to the vibrant colors of fall foliage, the blossoming beauty of spring, the thrill of mountain biking, and the colourful Fall, Ober Mountain truly has it all. Let's explore the seasonal attractions and activities at Ober.
Wildlife & Nature
Black Bears in the Great Smoky Mountains: Not Taking Over, But Definitely Thriving
It may seem like black bears are everywhere in the Great Smoky Mountains these days. Overturned garbage cans, scattered food wrappers, trail cam footage of bears rummaging, and paw prints galore—it's easy to feel like they're invading campgrounds, picnic areas, and even backyards. Some folks have nicknamed them "garbage bears" due to their knack for raiding trash. One viral story even captured a black bear climbing into a hot tub for a relaxing soak in the Pigeon Forge area!
Categories
- Things to Do 18
- Travel Tips & Safety 8
- Cabin Info & Policies 11
- Trip Planning 21
- Fishing 4
- Family Friendly Activities 7
- Hiking & Outdoors 11
- Historic 7
- Restaurants & Dining 5
- Scenic Drives & Day Trips 10
- Wildlife & Nature 18
- Seasons and Events (NC) 2
- Winter in the Smokies 3
- Seasons & Events 6
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