GATLINBURG, Tenn.— Great Smoky Mountains National Park is seeking help to identify and document former homesite locations within the park. Volunteer-In-Park Frank March, in conjunction with Park Archeologist Allison Harvey, is leading these research efforts which includes documenting field locations with associated historic records. The public is invited to join park staff and volunteers at Wilderness […]
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (Jan. 14, 2025)—Drury Hotels, a leading, service-oriented hospitality company with more than 150 hotels in 27 states, announces its newest hotel is under construction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The resort-style hotel is the sixth Drury Hotel in Tennessee and is now accepting reservations for September 19, 2025, and beyond. The new Drury […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Dec. 26, 2024)— More than 90 free educational sessions, five days of outdoor excursions and key note speakers await attendees of Pigeon Forge’s 33rd Wilderness Wildlife Week Jan. 28-Feb. 1. One of the largest gatherings of wildlife experts and enthusiasts in the Southeast, the event features activities for participants of all ages […]
GATLINBURG, Tenn. (Dec. 18, 2024)— The National Park Service (NPS) will begin a major rehabilitation on Laurel Falls Trail, one of the most popular trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The trail will close for 18 months starting Jan. 6, 2025, as crews make improvements to the trail and parking areas. Through this rehabilitation, […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn.–Oct. 7, 2024–On Monday, Sept. 23, The Inn at Christmas Place officially opened its Insane Christmas-themed “Winter Wonder Lagoon.” This project was developed by Lucas Congdon and his team from Lucas Lagoons of the popular hit TV show, Insane Pools. The Inn at Christmas Place began renovations in their courtyard in August of 2023 […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (Oct. 4, 2024) — Dolly Parton, along with officials from Dollywood Parks & Resorts, The Dollywood Foundation, Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Pirates Voyage and Walmart, announced significant donations to flood relief during a special event Friday afternoon at Walmart #678 in Newport, Tennessee. The location has helped the local community by offering meals, as well […]
NERF Action Xperience in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. Pigeon Forge, TN. (Jan. 23, 2024) – The Pigeon Forge Planning Commission approved the updated façade signage for the development of two renowned family-friendly attractions, Crayola Experience and NERF Action Xperience, set to open at 2046 Parkway. These eagerly anticipated additions promise an unforgettable experience for visitors of […]
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is seeking public input on proposed fee program changes for 2023, including a new parkwide parking fee and an increase to existing fee rates at frontcountry and backcountry campsites, picnic pavilions, and day-use cabin rentals. All revenue generated through these user fees would remain in the Smokies to directly support […]
Great Smoky Mountains National Park invites the public to “Fall into Volunteerism with Smokies Service Days!” Park staff will lead several single-day volunteer opportunities across the park on Saturdays beginning October 24 through November 21. Each experience provides a unique, hands-on opportunity to help care for park campgrounds, historic buildings, and natural resources. This volunteer […]
Family-friendly destination is home to more than 14,500 overnight accommodations, many of which offer contact-free options for travelers. PIGEON FORGE, Tennessee (Sept. 29, 2020)—As fall approaches in the Great Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge (Tennessee) reminds visitors to travel responsibly in search of autumn colors. With more than 14,500 overnight accommodations, the family-friendly destination offers travelers […]