Britt & Alex's Smoky Mountain Guidebook
Food scene
One of the most popular restaurants in the Smokies. Reservations recommended!
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Local Goat- New American Restaurant
2167 ParkwayOne of the most popular restaurants in the Smokies. Reservations recommended!
Sunliner Diner
2302 ParkwayThe best diner in the area. Good food, good experience!
Don’t miss a pancake breakfast while in the Smokies. The Pancake Pantry is most popular. Pancake Cabin also a hit.
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Pancake Pantry
628 Parkway Don’t miss a pancake breakfast while in the Smokies. The Pancake Pantry is most popular. Pancake Cabin also a hit.
Five Oaks Farm Kitchen
1638 ParkwayGood family restaurant
This is a go-to for basic needs when in Gatlinburg. It has basic food items, when in a pinch. Liquor store right next door, parking in back.
Walgreen's, down the parkway, has a bit more food selection. We will often park in the back of Old Dad's and walk to Walgreens - when in Gatlinburg or hiking the park!
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Old Dad's General Store
1127 ParkwayThis is a go-to for basic needs when in Gatlinburg. It has basic food items, when in a pinch. Liquor store right next door, parking in back.
Walgreen's, down the parkway, has a bit more food selection. We will often park in the back of Old Dad's and walk to Walgreens - when in Gatlinburg or hiking the park!
Gigi's Cupcakes
2430 Teaster LnKroger
220 Wears Valley RdLocal Kroger
Publix Super Market at Valley Forge Shopping Center
Local Publix
Sightseeing
Highlights: mountain views, high elevation spruce-fir forest
At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is the highest point in Tennessee, and the third highest mountain east of the Mississippi. Only Mt. Mitchell (6,684 feet) and Mt. Craig (6,647), both located in Mt. Mitchell State Park in western North Carolina, rise higher. The observation tower on the summit of Clingmans Dome offers spectacular 360° views of the Smokies and beyond for visitors willing to climb the steep half-mile walk to the tower at the top.
On clear days views expand over a 100 miles. Unfortunately, air pollution often limits viewing distances to under 20 miles.
Clouds, precipitation, and cold temperatures are common at Clingmans Dome. Temperatures at the dome can be 10 -20 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than in the surrounding lowlands. In fact, the cool, wet conditions on Clingmans Dome's summit make the spruce-fir forest that grows there a coniferous rainforest. Proper preparation is essential for a good visit. Dress in layers and be sure to bring a jacket, even in summer.
Although Clingmans Dome Observation Tower is open year-round, the road leading to it is closed seasonal typically from early December through late March, and whenever weather conditions require
It's seven miles to the end of Clingmans Dome Road and there are scenic pullouts with endless views of ridges and valleys along the way. The road ends in a large parking area from which a 0.5 mile trail leads to the summit. The trail is paved but steep, and leads to an observation tower on top.
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Clingmans Dome
Highlights: mountain views, high elevation spruce-fir forest
At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is the highest point in Tennessee, and the third highest mountain east of the Mississippi. Only Mt. Mitchell (6,684 feet) and Mt. Craig (6,647), both located in Mt. Mitchell State Park in western North Carolina, rise higher. The observation tower on the summit of Clingmans Dome offers spectacular 360° views of the Smokies and beyond for visitors willing to climb the steep half-mile walk to the tower at the top.
On clear days views expand over a 100 miles. Unfortunately, air pollution often limits viewing distances to under 20 miles.
Clouds, precipitation, and cold temperatures are common at Clingmans Dome. Temperatures at the dome can be 10 -20 degrees Fahrenheit cooler than in the surrounding lowlands. In fact, the cool, wet conditions on Clingmans Dome's summit make the spruce-fir forest that grows there a coniferous rainforest. Proper preparation is essential for a good visit. Dress in layers and be sure to bring a jacket, even in summer.
Although Clingmans Dome Observation Tower is open year-round, the road leading to it is closed seasonal typically from early December through late March, and whenever weather conditions require
It's seven miles to the end of Clingmans Dome Road and there are scenic pullouts with endless views of ridges and valleys along the way. The road ends in a large parking area from which a 0.5 mile trail leads to the summit. The trail is paved but steep, and leads to an observation tower on top.
Cades Cove is an isolated valley located in the Tennessee section of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, USA. The valley was home to numerous settlers before the formation of the national park. Today Cades Cove, the single most popular destination for visitors to the park, attracts more than two million visitors a year because of its well preserved homesteads, scenic mountain views, and abundant display of wildlife.[1] The Cades Cove Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
On Wednesday’s, Cades Cove usually closes down to all car drivers and allows for biking the loop.
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Cades Cove
Cades Cove is an isolated valley located in the Tennessee section of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, USA. The valley was home to numerous settlers before the formation of the national park. Today Cades Cove, the single most popular destination for visitors to the park, attracts more than two million visitors a year because of its well preserved homesteads, scenic mountain views, and abundant display of wildlife.[1] The Cades Cove Historic District is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
On Wednesday’s, Cades Cove usually closes down to all car drivers and allows for biking the loop.
Great family fun! We've never seen sharks up close like this before!
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Ripleys Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River RdGreat family fun! We've never seen sharks up close like this before!
Outdoor activities
Sugarlands Riding Stables
1409 ParkwayGreat family horseback riding. No reservation needed or allowed. Just show up.
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Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa LLC
909 Little Cove RdGreat family horseback riding. No reservation needed or allowed. Just show up.
Ober Gatlinburg
1339 Ski Mountain RdNantahala Outdoor Center
13077 U.S. Highway 19White water rafting
Smoky Mountain Winery
450 Cherry StreetWhitewater rafting
Smoky Mountain Ziplines
509 Mill Creek RdSmoky Mountain Alpine Coaster
867 Wears Valley RdBorgartillaga
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Hikes in the Smokies
Strenuous hikes:
Alum cave & Mount LeConte
Chimney tops
Grotto falls and brushy mountain
Moderate hikes:
Abrams falls
Rainbow falls
Charles Bunion & The Jumpoff
Laurel Falls-Cove Mountain (most crowded/popular hike in park)
Albright Grove
Easier hikes:
Andrew’s bald
Appalachian Trail: Newfoundland Gap to Road Prong
Cherokee Orchards to Sugarlands
Deep Creek- Indian Creek