Nestled in a valley within the breathtaking Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge is a world class destination for nature enthusiasts.

The biggest draw is, of course, the vast and beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The park is comprised of 500,000 acres and over 800 miles of hiking trails. Hikers can enjoy the miraculous wonders of nature year round on trails designed to accommodate all levels of hiking ability.

Many visitors to the park are hoping to see a bear and with 1500 bears in the park you very well may. But don’t forget to look out for other creatures; the Smokies have the most biological diversity of any temperate zone on Earth. Included in this amazing diversity are over 1600 types of flowering plants. Ranger Guided programs are available year-round so that visitors can learn about this great American treasure.

Within the park, some of the best opportunities for wildlife viewing can be found in the popular Cades Cove. White-tailed deer are frequently seen in large numbers and it is also quite common to see; black bear, coyotes, ground hogs, turkey, raccoon and skunk. Numerous trails originate in the Cove and wildlife can also be viewed from your vehicle on an 11 mile one-way loop. Cades Cove boasts a campground and a horse camp as well.

For the enthusiastic nature lovers, who want to spend their whole vacation outdoors, Pigeon Forge has over 1900 campsites. Ranging from primitive sites within the park to full RV hookups at campgrounds with amenities such as pools and playgrounds, there is definitely a site for you.

Wilderness Wildlife Week is one of the highlights of the year, bringing thousands of nature lovers from all over the world into Pigeon Forge. Included in the week’s activities are guided hikes, storytelling, photography, fishing and music.

Dollywood Theme Park, with live music shows, and more than 40 ground-breaking rides and attractions, is recognized worldwide for hosting nearly 2.5 million visitors annually. Dollywood is home to award-winning rides, and world- class entertainment.

Pigeon Forge is also Known for its world class, live entertainment. Featuring Lumberjacks, Cloggers, acustic vocalists, magicians, and bluggrass bands, there is a show for every genre. That’s not the only entertainment in Pigeon Forge, offering a variety of full size golf courses, museums, aquariums and local theme parks

Weather in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg in Tennessee can be quite unpredictable. Often unseen changes in overall climate, temperature, and moisture levels can take place within a 24 hour time-span. The elevation ranges between 800 feet to 6,643 feet and topography affects local weather, especially with Eastern moving systems coming over the plateau in Middle Tennessee. These systems strengthen there, and are then blocked by the ridge along the valley.

What this means for potential travelers is that you must come prepared to weather out severe thunder storms and freezing situations. Weather during the Spring months can produce pretty severe thunder storms, including high winds and hail at higher elevations. There is even the rare tornado that spawns within the valley. Also during the winter it is not uncommon to have heavy snows and icy conditions on the roads at higher elevations.

The Great Smokey Mountains are a wonderful and beautiful place to visit year ‘round. Just have your family prepared if the weather takes a turn for the worst for a couple of days if you intend on staying during the Winter or Spring months

Although you can spend the day walking around Main Street, you may wish to relax and let someone else do the driving! Pigeon Forge offers affordable public transportation on the Fun Time Trolley, thusly named for its resemblance to old-time trolley cars!

The safe and courteous drivers will pick you up at over 100 stops through the cities of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville. Just look for the bear and we will be there shortly. See the city of Pigeon Forge in a safe and unique way.

After a day of pirating, dinner and shows, retreat to your private cabin, soak your feet in the Jacuzzi or hot tub, and then relax in front of a cozy fireplace as you unwind in your private peaceful log cabin that has become your personal home away from home.