Trout Tournament in the Smokies

Register now to be a part of the largest trout tournament in the Smokies! The 16th Annual Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament is a two-day fishing event in April that encourages family-friendly competition amidst the splendor of the Smokies. Prior to the event, more than 20 miles of streams will be stocked with over 5,000 trout. Open to adults, children, residents, and tourists alike, the fishing tournament offers more than $10,000 in cash and prizes for tournament winners! As you make plans to visit the Smokies for the tournament, be sure to make your reservations for one of our beautiful cabins

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Advice

Picnicking in The Smokies

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What better way to get the family together and enjoy the great outdoors than with an old-fashioned family picnic? And what better destination to enjoy the great outdoors than the Smokies? As the most visited national park in the United States, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers several beautiful options for your picnic fun. Here are a few of our favorites: Cades Cove One of the first settled areas in the Smokies, Cades Cove offers a day of fun for the whole family. After soaking in the scenery on the 11-mile loop road, choose from 81 different picnic spots

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Attractions

Putt Putt in Gatlinburg

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Springtime in Gatlinburg means a lot of fun options for enjoying the great outdoors. You can take a scenic drive through the Great Smoky Mountains National park, plan a picnic by the water, or saddle up and enjoy a stroll through the lush mountainsides. You can even experience the thrill of zip lining high through the Appalachian trees! There are lots of favorite activities that keep visitors returning to the Smokies year after year—but who knew that one of them would be mini golf! One miniature golf course in Gatlinburg that you do not want to miss is Ripley’s Davy

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Advice

Beating the Winter Blues

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Gray skies and dreary weather often make a wintertime vacation go from drab to worse. But just because you don’t want to play outside doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your Smoky Mountain vacation! Plenty of activities in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville will make your winter vacation something to remember—even when the weather is not. For some indoor fun this winter, check out these well-loved attractions and exhibits in the Smokies. Magic Beyond Belief — For a magical time, take your group or family to see “Magician of the Year” Darren Romeo for fast-paced, spellbinding fun! Romeo’s show, full of

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Cabins

Monthly Cabin Update – January 2015

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Cabins For You is constantly growing, so we’re excited to announce that we welcomed four new cabins onto our program in January! They range from one to four bedrooms, with room to sleep anywhere from two to eleven guests! Simply Amazing Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 8 Conveniently located just three miles from downtown Pigeon Forge, Simply Amazing is ideal for a family or small group getaway. It offers community amenities and tons of entertainment, from a big screen TV and high speed Internet to an air hockey table, pool table, dart board, and community pool (both indoor and outdoor)

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Events

Smoky Mountain Wine Tasting

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So you know about hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains. You know about shopping the Tanger Outlets and riding the Aerial Tramway to Ober Gatlinburg. But did you know that another favorite activity on a Smoky Mountain vacation involves a smile on your face and a wine glass in your hand? Let me introduce you to wine tasting in the Smokies. One activity you will not want to miss this spring is the Wine, Dine and Art Crawl, scheduled for April 10, 2015. On this guided and private tour, you will explore the historic Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community.

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Advice

How To Survive Winter Traffic

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Although winter is one of the best times to visit Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge—the snow-capped peaks and festive downtown streets are sure to impress—the winter weather can often mean slow-moving traffic and dangerous road conditions. The steep mountain roads, if covered in ice, can prove slippery and somewhat scary. But no need to change your plans. Simply play it safe with these 5 tips for surviving winter traffic in the Smokies, and you and your family will have a pleasant winter getaway even with the snow and ice. 5. Keep emergency supplies in your trunk. Winter weather can turn on

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Attractions

Snow Slopes at Ober Gatlinburg

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Ober Gatlinburg is the area’s premier destination for skiing, snowboarding, and tubing. Now, winter sports are back in season – with snow on the ground! Get ready to slice through the snow on the scenic slopes of Ober Gatlinburg. With everything from a kids’ area to black diamonds, the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort truly has something for everyone. Along with snows ports during the day, you can also buy tickets for night skiing! Ober Gatlinburg also has a full-service ski shop, so you can get whatever gear you might need to stay warm and protected on the ski slopes. If

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Events

15th Annual Saddle Up! Festival

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The 15th Annual Saddle Up event in Pigeon Forge is a celebration of country music, good food, and entertaining stories. There will be a cowboy dance, a chuck wagon cook-off and lunch, cowboy church, and much more! The event will be held from February 18 – February 22, 2015 in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Events will be held at several locations throughout Pigeon Forge, including: LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge 2986 Teaster Lane Clabough's Campground 405 Wears Valley Road Pottery House Cafe and Grille at Old Mill Square 3341 Old Mill Street Stages West 2765 Parkway Mama's Farmhouse 208 Pickel St,

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Contests

Grab your camera for the 2015 Cabins For You Photo Contest

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Back for the sixth year, the Cabins For You Photo Contest will offer photographers of every skill level a chance to show their photography skills! The Smoky Mountains are a truly fantastic place to snap some shots, with incredible scenery and diverse wildlife. Rolling hills, lush valleys, snow-capped mountains, and historic sites set the backdrop for stunning shots. Great city shots can even be found in and around the downtown areas of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Whether you’re just starting to learn or you’ve got a good bit of practice behind you, you can test your photography skills during the

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