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5 Must-See Places To Visit In the Great Smoky Mountains This Summer

5 Must-See Places in The Great Smokey Mountains

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoorsy folk alike. Every year, millions of people travel to the park to partake in the myriad of activities and destinations it has to offer. From ample and varied vegetation and wildlife, to rushing rivers and winding hiking trails to countless scenic panoramas, you’ll have your breath taken away, regardless of who you are. To help get you started, we’ve compiled a list of 5 must-see destinations located in the Great Smoky Mountains for you to visit this summer. And the best part? The Great Smoky Mountains is one of the only national parks without an admissions fee, and the places we’re discussing today are all free to explore! So, during your next summer stay in Pigeon Forge make sure to spend a few days roaming these beautiful mountains. Load the car with jackets, a nice picnic with tons of water, a digital or paper (yes, they still exist) map and head out to one of these great spots to start your adventure.

The perfect first stop for a day in the Great Smoky Mountains, this visitor center features various natural history exhibits, free screenings of a short documentary about the park, a bookstore, gift shop, restrooms and so on. Take an hour learning about the history of the national park, use a clean bathroom and get your bearings for the day(s) ahead of you. Make sure to grab your complimentary trail/driving maps and get filled in on any other park info from park staff and rangers.

5 Must-See Places in The Great Smokey Mountains

5 Must-See Places in The Great Smokey Mountains

After A Day Well Spent

5 Must-See Places in The Great Smokey Mountains

At the end of the day, head back to your cabin at Parkside Resort to unwind in style. Whether that means grabbing a bite to eat at the Grill, relaxing on your porch as the sun sets over those beautiful mountains, or enjoying a movie in your home theatre before sinking in for the night, you’ll feel right at home. And if you wake up sore the next day from all that exploring, make sure to schedule an inhouse massage, delivered right to your door so you never even have to put shoes on. So now that you have an idea of some of the amazing (and free) destinations you can visit in the Great Smoky National Park this summer, where will you go first? Call us today at 888-908-6066 to learn more about our accommodations.