Halloween is one of my favorite times to visit theme parks around the country. Many of the best theme parks in the United ...

On August 17, 2025, in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, USA, @Daltonreynolds shared a video of a bear encounter in the Smoky Mountains. In the video, a bear cub is seen climbing up to a second-floor deck ...

Pigeon Forge packs in more fun per square mile than you’d think possible. Situated in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, it’s known for Dollywood, family-friendly activities and a strip lined with ...

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. - The Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion, which began 13 years ago, has grown from a small local meet-up into one of the largest Jeep gatherings in the country. Each year, nearly ...

25 Best Things to Do in Gatlinburg, TN (and Pigeon Forge) for Parents and Grandparents Planning a Trip originally appeared on Parade. Framed by the misty peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg ...

Some hotels and community pools sell single-day passes for those wanting to enjoy the amenities without staying there. You can also beat the summer heat on a trip to the Smokies area with a day at a ...

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is a popular vacation destination in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. Dollywood theme park, Dollywood’s Splash Country water park and Dolly Parton’s Stampede dinner show ...

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WATE) — Pigeon Forge is a busy place no matter the time of year. As we get closer to the warm summer months, events like Rod Run and other festivals and parades become more common ...

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PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WATE) — Popular workwear brand Carhartt will celebrate the grand opening of its fourth standalone retail location in Tennessee on Thursday. The brand new store at the Mountain ...