With over 850 miles of hiking trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, there is something for every skill level! The area is not only rich in history but also offers some of the most beautiful views for miles around. You’ll have plenty of easy trails to choose from that are sure to keep the younger ones intrigued. To help you decide where to go first, here are 5 Smoky Mountain short hikes that are great for kids:…
It’s never too early to start planning your summer vacation in the Smokies! The area offers a variety of outdoor adventures that are great for the whole family. From mountain biking to ziplining, there is plenty of fun to be had at this time of year. To help you make the most of your getaway, Pigeon River Campground has put together a guide to some of our favorite things to do in the Smoky Mountains in the summer. Check out all the fun details below:…
The iconic Appalachian Trail in the Smoky Mountains crosses Interstate 40 just a few miles from our Smoky Mountain campground! This hiking trail runs for 2,180 miles from Maine to Georgia, with 94 of those miles in Tennessee, and travels an additional 160 miles along the border of Tennessee and North Carolina. While you might not want to hike the entire distance, it can be fun to experience a part of the longest hiking trail in the world! Here are 3 fascinating things to know about hiking the Appalachian Trail:…
If you are looking for an exciting and unique adventure during your Smoky Mountain camping trip, check out a white water rafting excursion at Smoky Mountain Outdoors! This is the perfect way to experience the thrills of white water rapids while enjoying the scenic outdoor beauty of the Smokies. Here is everything you need to know about experiencing the thrill of white water rafting in the Smoky Mountains:…
Since the founding of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, visitors have been able to enjoy beautiful views, hundreds of miles of hiking trails, and an extraordinary amount of history for free. Unlike other national parks across the country, you can visit the Smoky Mountains without paying an entrance fee. In order to learn more about why this has always been the case, let’s take a look at the history of the park:…
One of the best parts about staying at the Pigeon River Campground is camping under the stars! Since our campground is near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and on the border of Cherokee National Forest, there is no light pollution to spoil your view of the night sky! This makes our campground the perfect place to spot some fascinating constellations! Here are 5 easy star constellations to find while stargazing at our Smoky Mountain campground:…
One of the fun activities that you can enjoy while staying at the Pigeon River Campground is gathering around the fire pit in the evening! Of course, no campfire experience is complete without roasting marshmallows and preparing s’mores! While the basic idea is as simple as putting a marshmallow on a stick and toasting it, there are several things you can do to create the best s’mores possible! Here are 6 tips on how to make s’mores around a campfire at our Tennessee campground:…
While our campground may be closed for the season, you’ll still find plenty of great reasons to visit the Smoky Mountains this December! With everything from festive holiday events to unique shopping experiences, there is truly something for all members of the family! Whether you’re planning to visit in early December or spend Christmas in the Smokies, you’ll love this magical time of year! Here are the top 5 things to do in the Smoky Mountains in December:…
The Smokies are home to a diversity of wildlife! From the national park to all kinds of amazing attractions, there are so many places for you to observe all the amazing species here. To help you make the most of your time, we put together a list of the 5 best places for you to see Smoky Mountain wildlife.…
The Smoky Mountains are not only home to the most visited national park in the country, but plenty of exciting attractions for all ages! You’ll find all the action in the park just a short drive from our beautiful campground, and all the fun in downtown Gatlinburg is a nice scenic drive away! So, set up a tent, park your RV or stay in one of our camping cabins this season and enjoy everything that the region has to offer! Here are the top 5 things to do in the Smoky Mountains:…
Have you been thinking about staying at a campground this fall for your next trip? The weather is starting to cool off, and depending on when you’re planning your trip, you might get to see the height of the color changes in the mountains. Here are the top 5 reasons you should go camping in the Smoky Mountains in the fall:…
Want to go camping in the Smoky Mountains, but don’t feel like sleeping in a tent? You should try one of our Smoky Mountain camping cabins! It’s a great way to spend some time outdoors without completely giving up all the comforts of home. You’ll have the best of both worlds! Here are 4 things you didn’t know about our camping cabins in the Smoky Mountains:…
When planning a camping adventure to the Great Smoky Mountains, it can often be difficult to know just what to expect! When you stay at our Smoky Mountain campground, you can take advantage of our detailed campground map to help you plan your trip! Here are the top 3 reasons why you should use our Smoky Mountain campground map to choose your campsite:…
Whether you’re a camping enthusiast looking for a new adventure or you’re ready to take your family camping for the very first time, you couldn’t pick a better spot than Pigeon River Campground. We are perfectly situated right on the border of Cherokee National Forest, so you can expect to enjoy the perfect camping experience. To help you get started, we have put together 6 steps for planning an unforgettable Cherokee National Forest camping trip:…
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to a variety of wildlife. If you love animals, then you’ll definitely want to get out in the park and try to spot all of them! When you visit, there are some you’re more likely to spot over others. We want to share some of the top animals in the Smoky Mountains you will probably see when you explore. Here are 7 animals in the Smoky Mountains you might see on your trip:…
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