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Top 5 Reasons Why a Smoky Mountain Camping Trip Helps Promote Family Bonding

If you’re looking for a fun adventure that promotes bonding among your family members, there is no better option than a camping trip at our Smoky Mountain campground! This is a unique opportunity to take a break from your hectic daily lifestyle and focus on your time together to create some amazing new memories! Here are the top 5 reasons why a Smoky Mountain camping trip helps promote family bonding:…

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History of Entrance Fees in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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:…

Anakeesta Mountain in Gatlinburg TN

4 Fun Outdoor Attractions in Gatlinburg TN to Enjoy This Winter

If the cool winter months have you missing the pleasures of camping and the great outdoors, head over to Gatlinburg for some fun outdoor activities! Since the temperatures in the Smokies are generally moderate throughout the winter months, you can still enjoy being outside among nature with hiking, skiing, snow tubing, and plenty of other wonderful activities! Here are 4 fun outdoor attractions in Gatlinburg TN that you can enjoy this winter:…

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Top 4 Reasons to Plan a Trip to Our Campground in the Smoky Mountains Early

While you might be experiencing cold temperatures or even snow on the ground, it is never too early to start thinking about your spring camping trip to the Pigeon River Campground! After all, our campground opens for the season in mid-March, which will be here before you know it! Here are the top 4 reasons to plan your trip to our campground in the Smoky Mountains early:…

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Top 5 Things to Do in the Smoky Mountains in December

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:…

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5 Reasons Why Smoky Mountain Cabins Are Perfect for First Time Campers

If you have always wanted to experience camping in the Smokies but you’re not quite ready to try a tent, our camping cabins make a fantastic alternative! These cabins offer lots of extra comforts and amenities to enhance your stay, including a refrigerator, microwave, climate control, and more! The only things that you need to bring along are some sheets and linens to place over the comfortable bunk beds! Here are the top 5 reasons why our Smoky Mountain cabins are perfect for first-time campers:…

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Top 5 Reasons to Plan a Last-Minute Trip to Our Campground in the Smokies

Another exciting season is winding down at our Smoky Mountain campground, which means you’ll want to plan your fall trip now! This is a wonderful time to visit the area as you can take advantage of the delightfully crisp autumn weather and enjoy the spectacular fall foliage! You’ll also have a blast enjoying all of the fun amenities that our campground has to offer! Here are the top 5 reasons to plan a last-minute trip to our campground in the Smokies:…

Smoky Mountain portion of the Appalachian Trail

3 Fascinating Things to Know About Hiking the Appalachian Trail

Many of our guests are pleasantly surprised to discover that the Appalachian Trail crosses Interstate 40 just a few miles from our Smoky Mountain campground! This iconic hiking trail runs for 2,180 miles from Maine to Georgia, with 94 of those miles in Tennessee! It also travels for 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 trail near our campground! Here are 3 fascinating things to know about hiking the Appalachian Trail:…

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5 Modern Amenities You Will Love at Our Campground in the Smoky Mountains

While our campground offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the natural surroundings of the Great Smoky Mountains, this doesn’t mean you have to rough it! You may think that when you go camping in the Smokies, you’re in the middle of nowhere with no way to access the outside world, which isn’t true! Our campground offers the perfect mixture of a traditional camping experience combined with fun and convenient amenities to make your stay as pleasant as possible! Here are 5 modern amenities you will love at our campground in the Smoky Mountains:…

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Top 5 Smoky Mountain Hikes That Are Great for Kids

With over 850 miles of hiking trails in the Great Smoky Mountains, there is something for every skill level! The Smokies are rich in history and offer 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 hikes that are great for kids….

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4 Fun Towns Within a Short Drive of Our Campground in the Smokies

One of the things that campers love most about staying at our campground is the perfect location! Although we are situated among the beauty of the Smoky Mountains, our campground is just a short drive to several towns where you can find all kinds of exciting activities to enjoy! Whether you are camping with your family, a bunch of friends or a scout group, you will love the convenient access to these popular destinations! Here are 4 fun towns within a short drive of our campground in the Smokies:…