Of all Pigeon Forge attractions, Xtreme Racing Center in Pigeon Forge is becoming a popular destination for visitors. We decided to put together five things you probably don’t know about the new attraction that has made its way to the Pigeon Forge Parkway.
Clingman’s Dome is the highest peak in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with an elevation of 6,643 feet. It ranks as the highest mountain point in the state of Tennessee. There are only two other mountain peaks east of the Mississippi, both of which are located in Mt. Mitchell State Park in North Carolina, that boast a taller point. As one of the best tourist attractions in the region, Clingman’s Dome offers an incredible 360 degrees view of the Smoky Mountains.
Are you looking to have an awesome Smoky Mountain vacation without breaking the bank? Community centers are a cost effective and fun place to spend part of your family vacation. With pools, bowling alleys and other activities, the community centers in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville have something for everyone. Here are 3 community centers to visit on your next Smoky Mountain vacation:
As the winner of Trip Advisor’s Certificate of Excellence in 2013, Mama’s Farmhouse has been one of the most successful restaurants in Pigeon Forge.
Elvis Presley died 36 years ago on August 16, 1977. As the first global rock and roll star, Elvis was one of the biggest cultural icons of the 20th century. This month is the perfect time to learn about the King’s legacy at the Elvis Museum in Pigeon Forge.
Whether you are looking for homemade knick knacks or a great piece of artwork, you can find it all in the Smoky Mountains! There are many arts and crafts shops in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, so make sure you take home a unique mountain piece of art!
If you are an avid golfer and plan to spend time on a Sevierville or Gatlinburg golf course, choose to play at one of these locations! Your Smoky Mountain vacation is a perfect time to relax and play a round of golf, so we chose the top two places for a great game of golf!
If you want to spend time eating a meal outdoors, but you don’t want to have a cabin cookout, check out these great places to eat with outdoor seating!
Keeping kids busy on vacation can be difficult, but not when you vacation to the Smoky Mountains! After a day in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge, we understand that you want to sit back and relax for a few hours. Kids are anxious and want to play, even after a long day of exploring the area! That’s why we decided on some fun things to do to entertain kids, so you can relax in your Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge cabin!
One of the neatest attractions in Gatlinburg, TN, is the Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery. This is a wonderful spot to visit for anyone who is a fan of moonshine, tasty liquor or history. The distillery is run by families that have been crafting the finest moonshine in this area of Tennessee for more than 200 years. Over the centuries, they have perfected their craft, and now they are sharing their amazing products with the rest of the world.
Three Bears General StoreServing visitors to the Smokies for nearly 35 years, Three Bears General Store shop in Pigeon Forge has a gift idea for everyone in your family. Starting with their Make-UR-Bear Factory equipped with clothes and accessories, down to homemade fudge and an Ol’ Tyme Photo studio, no member of your family will leave empty handed.
Mounte Leconte is one of the most picturesque mountain tops in the United States. It is definitely one of the landmark viewpoints in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The two-day hike to the top of the third-highest peak in the Smokies is really four walks in one. On the 1st day you walk 7.7 miles to the summit of LeConte, traveling first on the Smokies crest, then on the Boulevard, a nearly level, mile high ridge with all-but-continuous views on both sides. After visiting LeConte Lodge, which can only be visited by foot and has a long-term wait for overnight reservations, you can walk to Cliff Top and view the sunset behind Sugarland Mountain. You can then walk almost a mile in the morning to Myrtle Point, where you can see the sunrise over the Smokies crest. Then, you can walk down the 5.5 miles long Alum Cave Trail which has monsterous mountain & grand river views.
The Smoky Mountains have so much to offer in beautiful cabin rentals, breathtaking scenery, fun-filled activities for the entire family, and historical landmarks from Tennessee to North Carolina. If you get a chance while staying in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge and are feeling lucky, take a drive over to Cherokee for a day or night to visit their Harrah’s Cherokee Casino! To help you learn more about this Smoky Mountain casino near Gatlinburg TN, we’ve gathered all the important information you need to know!
Gatlinburg, Tennessee is a photogenic village that serves as Gateway to the Smoky Mountain National Park. You will love how quaint and charming it is for a family getaway. I recommend many of the restaurants, ice cream, and fudge shops along the Parkway. The Little Pigeon River flows just beside the Parkway, all the way into the National Park. Although you may be staying in a log cabin rental with its own kitchen or outdoor grill, its nice to enjoy a few meals out with the family with your here in the Smokies. By the way, Acorn Cabin Rentals and Aunt Bug’s Cabin Rentals have mountain cabin rentals in Gatlinburg, within walking distance of Downtown Gatlinburg.
The Pancake Pantry is famous for its breakfast with lines out the door. The owner has been so successful, he has opened several others including Nashville. Nashville’s Pancake Pantry was voted the best place to sight a country singer or famous movie actor. Perhaps, the Regulars, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban, had something to do with this report. When you come try the crepes or pancakes here at the original Pancake Pantry, you’ll see why people love it. I always like to frequent the Cherokee Grill for their incredible steaks, salads, and macaroni & cheese! So come visit, walk around, enjoy the mountain backdrop, and we promise that you won’t leave hungry!
Buying a cabin in Pigeon Forge or buying a cabin in Gatlinburg is a dynamic investment for any real estate investor. Still, you should have a professional real estate consultant or Realtor help you find the real estate property that is right for you & your financial goals. Some investors are looking short-term (6-24 months), while others plan on using their rental home in the Smokies and may look at it as a long-term investment. With low mortgage rates & motivated Sellers, this Buyer’s market is a terrific time for any family looking to buy their dream vacation home in the Smoky Mountains.
There are small “honeymooner” or one bedroom cabins for sale or large eight bedrooms for group stays available on the real estate market currently in Smoky Mountain, Tennessee. There are no shortage of options, but the investor should pin-point what property is right for them. They will want to evaluate the age, location, community, views, privacy, structural integrity, built-in rental demand, and potential return on investment before putting in an offer to purchase a mountain cabin rental here in the Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg area.
The small bedroom cabin rentals seem to do the most volume, while the large cabins do the most gross rental income. This rental market is continuously changing, but tourists demand for amenity packages, mountain views, accessibility to the Parkway, and curb appeal is a consistent requirement. Your Realtor can help you find the right cabin rental to purchase, negotiate a preferable price, and help you with the closing process. It is also important to help you find a rental cabin company in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge that can help you maximize your rental income, find quality housekeeping & maintenance, provide you with proper monthly documentation, and make recommendations that may improve your rentability of your property. Aunt Bug’s Cabin Rentals has been a leader in cabin rental management & rental performance for cabin owners throughout the Smokies for nearly ten years now. Let Mighty Peaks Realty & Aunt Bug’s Cabin Rentals help you with any questions you may have about real estate in Gatlinburg, real estate in Pigeon Forge, and real estate in the Smoky Mountains. You can reach them at the office seven days a week at 866-286-8284 toll free.