Best Nature and Parks (RV, National, Dog, etc) in Pigeon Forge

"Clingman’s Dome is located inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is the highest point in the state of Tennessee. This tall mountain reaches 6,643 feet at its summit, which is accessible by a paved trail that leads to the observation tower at the top. From there, visitors can see amazing 360-degree panoramic views of the park and the surrounding mountains, which on a clear day can expand for over 100 miles."

"Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, standing at 6,643 feet. The best spot to take in the sights is from the observation tower, which offers 360-degree views of the Smoky Mountains and beyond. The half-mile walk to the top of the tower is well worth it!"

"The highest point in the Smoky Mountains provides some of the best views you will ever see…period. Once you travel the 7 miles up Clingman’s Dome Road, the views become amazing. There’s a steep walkway up to the observation tower about half a mile from the parking lot."

"If you’d prefer to see a waterfall without even getting out of your car, Meigs Falls is a great choice. You can stay in the comfort of your vehicle and pull off the road to enjoy the falls, which are located roughly 500 feet away and can be seen through the trees. During the late fall and winter, when all the leaves are gone, the falls become even more visible, making the view even more dramatic."

"A quintessential Appalachian waterfall, Hen Wallow spans 90 vertical feet and spills silvery currents of water over ink-dark slabs of rock. Mosses cover the nearby cliffs, and salamanders swim in the pool below the falls. (30 salamander species..."

"Hen Wallow Creek, only two feet wide at the top of the falls, fans out to 20 feet at the base. The waterfall is 90 feet high, ranking it among the tallest in the National Park.5"

"Mingo Falls is not technically within the park but rather on the Cherokee Indian Reservation. However, it is still very close and worth the visit, as it is one of the tallest and most stunning waterfalls in the Southern Appalachians. To access the trail leading to the falls, drive south from the Oconalufteee Visitor Center on US-441 toward Cherokee and take the second left onto Big Cove Rd."

"At 120 feet tall, the waterfall is one of the tallest and most spectacular in the southern Appalachians. The trail to the base of the falls is very steep, but well worth the effort."

"2189 Winfield Dunn ParkwaySevierville, TN 37876(865) 456-2601. Located at the end of Boyds Creek Highway, Little River Gem Mine lets you experience mining the way the pioneers did hundreds of years ago."

"Tucked away behind the Pancake Pantry in downtown Gatlinburg, The Village is a charming shopping and dining area. What sets The Village apart from the rest of the Parkway is its unique architecture and design. Inspired by quaint European towns, The Village features German-style buildings, a gorgeous fountain, and a brick walkway."

"The Village – fun candles, food souvenirs, coffee, magnets, and toys. The Island – they’ve got a little bit of everything here!"

"As one of the most fascinating art galleries in Gatlinburg TN, Heartwood Galleries presents an amazing collection of artwork that has been carved by a chainsaw!. While visiting the gallery, you can actually watch as thick logs are sculpted into graceful shapes such as life sized angels, gazelles, eagles and even the famous Smoky Mountain bears!. You can even bring in your own sketch to Heartwood Galleries to present your own idea for a custom order!"

"Explore the timeless faces of Southern Appalachian mountain folk and the rural farmers in the pencil and paint artwork at the Paul Murray Gallery!. This art gallery is located on Gatlinburg’s historic 8-mile loop road and is one of the highlights of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community. Artist Paul Murray records the timeless faces of the pioneer lifestyle, and he has several art collections available, including the Appalachia Series, Mirrored Souls Collection, the Ouellette Series and The Last of the Legend Series."

"The Paul Murray Studio & Gallery displays the work of one of Gatlinburg’s most accomplished artists. After dropping out of school at age 13, Paul Murray became a professional painter and sketch artist. Murray’s work focuses on the rural residents of the Appalachian mountains."

"Fed three people last night with one order of sweet & sour chicken!. General Tso's chicken is awsome as well."