Meredith's Smoky Mountain Guide Book
Sightseeing
This is a wonderful drive with scenic views of the Smokies and historical sites. It’s usually less crowded than Cades Cove.
192 locals recommend
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Roaring Fork Motor Nature TrailThis is a wonderful drive with scenic views of the Smokies and historical sites. It’s usually less crowded than Cades Cove.
This is a great family friendly hike for all ages. It’s less than 1 mile for the round trip, so it’s great for kids and the elderly! The trailhead is right behind the Sugarland Visitor Center at the entrance of the national park.
37 locals recommend
Cataract Falls
Cove Mountain TrailThis is a great family friendly hike for all ages. It’s less than 1 mile for the round trip, so it’s great for kids and the elderly! The trailhead is right behind the Sugarland Visitor Center at the entrance of the national park.
Visit the highest peak in the Smokies! You will get unbelievable views from the observation tower!
319 locals recommend
Clingmans Dome
Visit the highest peak in the Smokies! You will get unbelievable views from the observation tower!
It’s a wonderful place for families of all ages. The lift ride up is fun in itself, but once you get on top of the mountain, there is so much to do and amazing restaurants!
453 locals recommend
Anakeesta
576 ParkwayIt’s a wonderful place for families of all ages. The lift ride up is fun in itself, but once you get on top of the mountain, there is so much to do and amazing restaurants!
If you like putt putt golf, this one is the most unique and so much fun!!
62 locals recommend
Hillbilly Golf
340 ParkwayIf you like putt putt golf, this one is the most unique and so much fun!!
If you have kids, this is an amazing place to take them! It’s great for the adults, too! They are open until 10:00 pm everyday, so if you go in the later afternoon or evening, it’s usually less crowded.
535 locals recommend
Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River RdIf you have kids, this is an amazing place to take them! It’s great for the adults, too! They are open until 10:00 pm everyday, so if you go in the later afternoon or evening, it’s usually less crowded.
Food scene
Log Cabin Candy Kitchen
327 Historic Nature TrailDelicious breakfast with a great atmosphere!
If you want traditional southern food, this is the place to go. It has great prices and delicious food!
483 locals recommend
The Old Mill
164 Old Mill AveIf you want traditional southern food, this is the place to go. It has great prices and delicious food!
The food is delicious at a great price. You also get to eat with a view of the mountains.
19 locals recommend
Anakeesta Cliff Top Bar & Grill
576 ParkwayThe food is delicious at a great price. You also get to eat with a view of the mountains.
This is a great place to eat in Gatlinburg! If you like like local breweries, this is your place!
136 locals recommend
Smoky Mountain Dreams
1004 ParkwayThis is a great place to eat in Gatlinburg! If you like like local breweries, this is your place!
Crystelle Creek Restaurant
1654 East PkwyThe Park Grill
1110 Parkway