{"id":3828,"date":"2017-02-08T08:00:39","date_gmt":"2017-02-08T13:00:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=3828"},"modified":"2026-06-25T14:48:05","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T14:48:05","slug":"apples-and-outdoor-fun-for-johnny-appleseed-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/attractions\/apples-and-outdoor-fun-for-johnny-appleseed-day.htm","title":{"rendered":"Apples & Outdoor Fun for Johnny Appleseed Day in the Smokies"},"content":{"rendered":"

The name Johnny Appleseed has become a household one, eliciting images of pioneers, apple trees, and the great outdoors<\/a>. John \u201cJohnny Appleseed\u201d Chapman was the American pioneer who brought apple trees to Pennsylvania, Ohio, and beyond. Stories tell of Johnny Appleseed spreading apple seeds everywhere he went, planting nurseries and donning a tin-pan hat and bare feet along the way. The stories vary from person to person, but one thing is certain: the widespread use of apples in the U.S. is due in large part to the eccentric John Chapman.<\/p>\n

Like many of the people who contributed to our country, there is a holiday to celebrate John Chapman! March 11 (or September 26, John Chapman\u2019s birthday) is Johnny Appleseed Day. In honor of this American pioneer, we think it\u2019s the perfect opportunity to spend some time in the great outdoors and \u2013 of course \u2013 find the best apples around! <\/p>\n

From orchard-fresh apples and ice-cold cider to candy-covered treats and fried apple pies, the Smokies is the place for all your favorite apple treats. And once you\u2019ve gotten your fill, you can take a page from Johnny Appleseed\u2019s book and enjoy some time in your natural surroundings. <\/p>\n

The Apple Barn Cider Mill & General Store<\/strong><\/a>
\n230 Apple Valley Rd | Sevierville, TN | 800.421.4606<\/strong>
\nBuilt in 1910, The Apple Barn (once serving as an actual barn) traces its history back more than 100 years in the Smokies. More than 70 years after the structure was built, The Apple Barn became what it is today \u2013 a favorite local spot for apple cider, sweet treats, and more. At their Cider Bar, enjoy fresh-pressed apple cider, hot or cold, at the cherry-and-onyx-back bar. For the perfect pairing, stop in at the Apple Pie Kitchen for homemade apple dumplings, donuts, fried apple pies, and more. They also have lots of apple goodies to take back to your Pigeon Forge cabin<\/a>, from apple butter, apple pancake mix, and dried apples to fried apples in a jar, Granny Smith gummy bears, and apple salsa.<\/p>\n

The Apple Barn Cider Mill & General Store is also the location of 2 great Southern restaurants \u2013 Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant and Applewood Farmhouse Grill \u2013 that serve up favorites like the apple cider smoked bacon and the apple julep grilled chicken. Can\u2019t get enough apples? You can even fill up your home with apple-themed d\u00e9cor, from candles and napkin holders to Christmas ornaments and coffee mugs. <\/p>\n

Wyile Cider Barn at Foxfire Mountain<\/strong>
\n3757 Thomas Lane | Sevierville, TN | 865.446.5149<\/strong>
\nAfter a day zip lining, taking ATV tours, or testing your skills on the Aerial Adventure Course at Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park, nothing will be more refreshing than a glass of craft apple cider at Wyile Cider Barn. The rustic red barn offers handcrafted cider, with O\u2019Klee\u2019s Dry Cider and Keeva\u2019s Sweet Cider as just the first 2 of many! <\/p>\n

Candy Apples in the Smokies<\/strong>
\nA favorite treat in the Great Smoky Mountains, both in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, is the candy apple. Gooey caramel, crunchy nuts, chewy gummy worms, sweet candy bar clusters\u2026anything goes on these yummy creations. Here are just a few favorites for candy apples in the Smokies.<\/p>\n

Old Mill Candy Kitchen<\/a><\/strong>
\n177 Old Mill Avenue | 865.453.7516<\/p>\n

Chocolate Monkey<\/strong>
\n3152 Parkway | 865.453.0099<\/p>\n

Smoky Mountain Candy Makers <\/strong>
\n2880 Parkway | 865.453.9213<\/p>\n

Ole Smoky Candy Kitchen<\/strong>
\n744 Parkway | 865.436.4886<\/p>\n

Kilwin\u2019s Chocolates<\/strong>
\n645 Parkway | 865.436.3720<\/p>\n

Aunt Mahalia\u2019s Candies<\/strong>
\nMountain Mall | Gatlinburg, TN | 865.436.7992<\/p>\n

Get Outside for Johnny Appleseed Day<\/strong>
\nWhen you think of Johnny Appleseed, you think of the great outdoors. And when you think of the Great Smoky Mountains, a gorgeous natural setting is probably your #1 thought. What a perfect pair! In honor of John Chapman\u2019s love of nature, get outside and explore. The Smokies is an outdoor playground, offering opportunities for tons of fun outdoor activities. Want some ideas? Here are a few of our favorites\u2026<\/p>\n