Located just five miles from Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Eastern Tennessee, Pigeon Forge is a favorite destination of families who appreciate its close proximity to the park’s 850 miles of hiking trails, fly fishing, horseback riding and bicycling. A bustling mountain resort town, it is home to an array of well-known attractions, including Dollywood Theme Park and Dollywood’s Splash Country, WonderWorks and the Titanic Museum. Outdoor adventurers and nature lovers enjoy whitewater rafting, kayaking and tubing while shoppers won’t want to miss The Island in Pigeon Forge and Pigeon River Crossings.
America’s most visited national park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. This 800+-square-mile park offers more than 850 miles of hiking trails, abundant and diverse plant and animal life and a glimpse into the history of South Appalachian mountain culture.
Dollywood is an 118-acre theme park features rides and spectacular shows anchored in the history and traditions of Eastern Tennessee – all with a dose of entertainer Dolly Parton’s effervescent charm.
2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
1-800-DOLLYWOOD (1-800-365-5996)
A perfect complement to Dollywood, family-friendly Splash Country is a wonderland of water, waves and adventure. Home to Tennessee’s first water coaster, this 30-acre attraction has 23 water slides and rides.
2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd.
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
1-800-DOLLYWOOD (1-800-365-5996)
More than 400 personal and private artifacts tell the story of the world’s most famous and ill-fated ship. Features of the Titanic Museum include a $1 million exact replica of the ship’s Grand Staircase, an actual size lifeboat and more.
2134 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
1-800-381-7670
An upside-down adventure for the whole family, WonderWorks features more than 100 hands-on exhibits, allowing visitors to experience earthquakes, hurricane force winds, space exploration and more.
100 Music Road
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
1-865-868-1800
The centerpiece of The Island in Pigeon Forge, the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel towers 200 feet over Pigeon Forge and offers spectacular views from gondolas accommodating up to eight guests.