In the state of Tennessee impressive you'll find the picturesque Smoky Mountains. Both towns of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and Gatlinburg, Tennessee are great to visit for its fantastic fun indoor and outdoor! Vacation to the Smoky Mountains is perfect too, because there are so many things to do in the Smoky Mountains. Even better, there are plenty of things to do in the Smoky Mountains for FREE!

The natural charm of outdoor destinations and Pigeon Forge Smoky Mountains Gatlinburg is easy to understand. With the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in your backyard, these two vacation destinations allow guests to discover what has been missing … refreshing, it's all natural fun!

1. Cades Cove: This is a large area for a scenic drive! There is 11 miles one way loop around the valley, with wildlife, campgrounds, bike rentals, spectacular foliage in autumn, and facilities for the riding.
2. Sugarlands Visitor Center: 20 free minutes of motion picture orientation provides in depth in the Smokies and the enormous diversity of plant and animal life in the Park. Natural history exhibits include mounted specimens of animals in the park in recreations of their habitats and reproductions of diaries of the first park naturalists are also on display. Ranger talks and slide shows are presented daily from spring through fall. You also want to visit Laurel Falls, a beautiful waterfall located off Little Rover Road near the Sugarlands Center.
3. Mills Park: Located in Gatlinburg, this park facilities include a softball field, horseshoe pits, playground, tennis courts, football field and basketball. It is a great place for families to enjoy the outdoors!
4. Mynatt Park: A beautiful park complete with picnic area along the river, grills, and recreation opportunities, such as baseball and basketball.
5. Tennessee Heritage Trails: Our Heritage Trails link attractions into three categories – History, Art and crafts and music – to show the distinctive character and the talent Tennessee roads and to connect with both known and obscure attractions under a common theme.
6. Great Smoky Mountains Arts and Craft Community: The largest artisans group North American independent. This historic 8 mile loop has been designated a Tennessee Heritage Arts & Crafts Trail. Established in 1937, these artisans create unique pieces and collector.
7. Newfound Gap Road: The 33-mile drive from Gatlinburg to Cherokee North Carolina along Newfound Gap Road is the only road through the Great Smoky completely Mountains National Park. The drive offers a unique opportunity to enjoy an abbreviated experience around the park has to offer without having to trek too far from your car.
8. Hiking: Enjoy a walk through any of the more than 800 miles of trails through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With over fifty trails available to hike, you will discover a treasure anew each time to explore.
9. Douglas Lake: Beautiful Douglas Lake extends its 33,000 acres of lake and 513 miles of coast to the hills Great Smoky Mountains, attracting nearly 2 million visitors each year. Favorite activities at Douglas Lake include fishing, canoeing, rafting, swimming, camping, and birdwatching.
10. Shopping in the Smokies: Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are the dream of buyers and it costs nothing to look! There are several malls such as Belz Factory Outlet Mall, and hundreds of unique shops to explore.
11. Festivals: Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are a haven for festivals. Many, like the barbecue Bloomin '& Bluegrass Festival, have free admission and concerts!
12. Moreover, at Dollywood, you can get FREE next day if you arrive at the park after 3 pm!

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