Spring is quickly approaching, and with the warm weather, renewal of nature and increased day light this means it is the perfect time to get away to the Smoky Mountains! From great sightseeing tours and outdoor activities to talented live shows and theme park excitement, the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge area paints a varied picture of a family vacation for a great way to truly meet the new year. Below are just a few of the many options you’ll have to help make this Spring an experience to remember long after the season is gone.
Situated on 125-acres, Dollywood is a Theme Park experience fully inspired by native daughter, Dolly Parton. The entire park features a theme reminiscent of the culture and traditions of the Smoky Mountains, and makes for an imaginative day of wonder while visiting Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge. As might be expected, park goers will find a wide variety of thrill rides, water rides, restaurants, live shows and other general attractions, as well as various festivals held at specific times throughout the year.
Helicopter Tours of the Smokies
While an up-close look at the Smoky Mountains can be a moving experience in itself, a panoramic view of the mountain range is the only way to truly understand the awesome majesty of the natural landmark. And with Helicopter Tours of the Smokies this moving view is but a breath away. Helicopter tours ranging from 40 mile to 80 miles are offered, ensuring that you experience as little or as much of the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge area from the sky as you’d like.
It may be hard to pull yourself inside once you’re surrounded by springtime in the Smokies, but there are still a number of great shows taking place throughout the season as well. In particular, The Comedy Barn offers visitors an up-beat show marked by clean humor, exciting displays such as juggling and fire-eating, and even a few barnyard animals. If you’re looking for a lot of laughs and a little touch of variety, then you’re looking for The Comedy Barn.
