Posted October 2, 2020 by Gina Metcalf
SmokiEEEs is an extension of the Parks as Classrooms program supported by the GSMNP. The SmokiEEEs at Home program is an online resource for families and students. They are continually creating fun and exciting ways to enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains from home. The three EEEs in the program name come from the themes they […]
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Posted September 24, 2020 by Tim Upton
When planning your trip to Gatlinburg, there are many options for lodging. Most people think of cabins as the go-to for a private mountain getaway, but have you ever considered staying in a treehouse? That’s right; you can now stay in a luxury treehouse during your visit. Located less than an hour from Rafting in […]
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Posted September 18, 2020 by April Sadowski
The Smoky Mountains is home to many great artisans who make beautiful handcrafted products. It’s one of the best places to pick up these types of decorations for your home. If you’ve always wondered how some of these items are made and would like to give it a try yourself, then you’ll want to attend […]
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Posted September 11, 2020 by April Sadowski
After a full day of outdoor activities at Rafting in the Smokies, you’re bound to work up an appetite. The good news is Gatlinburg is home to some of the best restaurants in Tennessee. During mid-September, the spotlight will be on the iconic American food staple: the hamburger. Sixteen Gatlinburg restaurants will be participating in […]
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Posted August 4, 2020 by Tim Upton
We know you love the excitement of whitewater rafting, but if you’re looking for some adventure on land, we recommend you stop by NASCAR SpeedPark. Located in Sevierville, the facility is less than an hour from our Rafting in the Smokies River Output and has the largest number of racetracks in the area. SpeedPark The […]
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Posted July 21, 2020 by Tim Upton
Many people know Tennessee is home to several famous musicians and actors. You might not know that Gatlinburg is home to some of the most famous automobiles in movies and television. The Hollywood Star Cars Museum, located in downtown Gatlinburg, houses over 40 legendary vehicles for the public to enjoy. Quick history The museum has […]
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Posted July 10, 2020 by April Sadowski
One government statement lists more than 35,000 museums in the United States. One of the most unique museums on that list is The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum. As the self proclaimed World’s only salt and pepper shaker museum, it is home to over 20,000 pairs of shakers and is the type of hidden gem […]
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Posted June 23, 2020 by Tim Upton
You can experience many awesome local attractions by taking a virtual tour! We’ve highlighted some of our favorite ones in the list below. 1. Titanic Museum The Titanic Museum, located in Pigeon Forge, is showing a four-part virtual tour. If you’ve ever wanted to see the museum, but have been unable to make it to […]
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Posted June 8, 2020 by Tim Upton
It’s no secret Dolly Parton has enjoyed massive success throughout her musical career. Even with all those accomplishments, perhaps her crowning achievement is the establishment of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Her initial vision was to give a book a month to the children of her home county. This desire eventually turned into a program that […]
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Posted May 30, 2020 by April Sadowski
As the temperature rises and the sun beats down on you during your trip to Rafting in the Smokies, consider cooling off at any of our go-to spots for cool treats in the Smoky Mountain area. Here is our list of the top four places to consider during your visit. Rustic Cow Serving up ice […]
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