| Gatlinburg is definitely one of my favorite family | | | | guaranteed to see plenty of wildlife such as deer, |
| vacation spots. Nestled in the Great Smoky | | | | foxes, turkeys, and you might be lucky enough to |
| Mountains of Tennessee, which happens to be the | | | | see a black bear. You can go into old cabins and |
| most visited National Park in the United States, | | | | churches, visit the historical grave yards, even visit an |
| Gatlinburg is a perfect setting for a family adventure. | | | | old mill that still works. My family loves to have a |
| In the middle of town you will find plenty to do. From | | | | picnic lunch next to the creek. Bring some extra |
| shopping in the numerous souvenir and antique shops, | | | | spending money for the gift shop. You may also |
| to miniature golf and laser tag, your family will never | | | | want to camp over night or view the trails from |
| get bored. I have been to Gatlinburg many times and | | | | horseback. |
| still have not done it all. By the way, did I mention | | | | A trip to Gatlinburg would not be complete without |
| the restaurants?! Get ready for some good eats | | | | going in to nearby Pigeon Forge. Famous for being |
| & sweet treats at just about any chain | | | | home to country music legend Dolly Parton's theme |
| restaurant you can imagine and too many pancake | | | | parks, Dollywood & Splash Country, Pigeon |
| houses to count. If you enjoy skiing, visit Ober | | | | Forge has much to offer - Amusement Parks, Outlet |
| Gatlinburg ski resort. Those who don't ski can still | | | | Malls, Theatres galore! |
| take a Sky Lift up the mountain for a terrific view. | | | | Many of the attractions in the area are seasonal, so |
| When you get ready to get out of the high traffic | | | | be sure to plan ahead before heading out to |
| and rat race you can head off into the mountains. | | | | Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge. You can find great |
| The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is filled | | | | deals on hotel rooms if you look around. Also, stop |
| with nature's wonders and some great hiking trails to | | | | by the Visitor Centers. They often offer free nights |
| view them. You can take the family on trails that | | | | or even free weekends at their cabins just for |
| lead right up to breath taking waterfalls and hidden | | | | listening to a timeshare sales pitch. It can be well |
| creeks. Cades Cove is a great historical village not far | | | | worth it! |
| from Gatlinburg. Drive along the loop and you are | | | | |