A family hike in the Smoky Mountains can become one of those vacation memories your kids talk about for years. There are streams to cross, waterfalls to discover, enormous trees to stand beneath, salamanders to spot, and plenty of opportunities to see just how fascinating the natural world becomes when you slow down and explore…

You suddenly have a free weekend. The weather forecast looks beautiful. Fall color is spreading across the Smoky Mountains, and you find yourself thinking, “Could we just go?” Yes, you can. A fall trip to the Smokies does not have to involve months of planning or a huge vacation budget. In fact, Sevierville makes a…

There is something about being in the Smoky Mountains that makes you want to get outside. Maybe it is the sight of blue mountain ridges stretching across the horizon. Maybe it is the sound of a mountain stream rushing through the forest. Or maybe all that fresh mountain air simply makes you feel like doing…

Sometimes the most memorable moments in the Smoky Mountains are the quiet ones. A flash of blue between the trees. The rhythmic tapping of a woodpecker somewhere overhead. A wild turkey stepping into a meadow. The unmistakable silhouette of a hawk circling against a clear mountain sky. For bird watchers and wildlife lovers, Sevierville is…

There is no single moment when fall arrives in the Smoky Mountains. Instead, autumn seems to roll slowly down the mountainsides. The first hints of gold and red appear on the highest peaks, then gradually sweep through the mid-elevation forests before reaching the foothills and valleys surrounding Sevierville. That long, colorful transition is one of…

Crisp mountain air, brilliant fall colors, pumpkins around every corner, and plenty of reasons to get outside make autumn an especially fun time to visit Sevierville. Fall in the Smoky Mountains is about much more than leaf peeping. Families can wander through corn mazes, pick pumpkins, take a hayride, explore colorful country roads, attend a…

You do not have to climb a mountain to experience the beauty of the Smokies. Some of the best hiking trails near Sevierville are also among the easiest to explore, with peaceful riverside paths, paved greenways, gentle forest trails, waterfalls, and beautiful mountain views that do not require an all day trek. For families, first…

There is something special about experiencing the Smoky Mountains from above. At Foxfire Adventure Park in Sevierville, you can trade the traditional mountain overlook for an entirely different perspective, soaring through the forest canopy, crossing a swinging bridge high above a gorge, or following a peaceful trail toward a waterfall. Set on 150 acres in…

The Smoky Mountains are made for outdoor adventures, but the weather doesn’t always follow your vacation plans. An afternoon shower, a stretch of summer heat, or a chilly mountain day can be the perfect reason to take the fun indoors. Adventure Forest at Wilderness at the Smokies makes it easy to do exactly that. This…

The best souvenirs do more than prove you went somewhere. They bring back a feeling. A handmade mug may remind you of slow mornings in your cabin. A mountain print can take you right back to a favorite Smoky Mountain view. A jar of apple butter might turn an ordinary breakfast at home into a…