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Dollywood is alive and well in 2020 and continuing to adapt their seasonal traditions to meet the safety standards of social distancing. They are currently bringing in the Halloween season with this year’s Pumpkin LumiNights, something we have longed for more than ever in 2020, and now we look forward to this year’s Smoky Mountain Christmas going on at Dollywood beginning November 7th.
Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood
Draped in more than 5 million holiday lights, Pigeon Forge creates a winter wonderland for locals and guests alike to enjoy during the city’s annual Winterfest celebration. The lights of Winterfest shine from early November until February.
Smoky Mountain Winterfest – Enjoy Millions of Lights from your Jeep!
On the Cherokee side of the Smoky Mountains National Park, at the Qualla Boundary of the Cherokee Indian Reservation, is a favorite water attraction for many known as Mingo Falls. Mingo Falls is one of the tallest waterfalls in the Southern Appalachians and owes its popularity due to the fact that the hiking distance to get to it is slightly less than half a mile (though still considered having some moderate difficulty to it). Mingo Falls is accessible from the Pigeon Creek Trail that starts at the Oconaluftee Visitor’s Center just before you get to Cherokee and we recommend the destination to anyone going towards Cherokee, NC. as part of their Smoky Mountain getaway.
Find Mingo Falls
Just 5 weeks from now will be the hallowed eve of Halloween in the Tennessee hollow, but the season of pumpkin spice and punk frights across the county will begin and be in the throes of celebration pretty much starting by the time you read this.
Halloween Fun in the Smokies
Interested in renting a jeep but not quite sure? Here’s a couple hours of material that will help you decide. Of course, these videos can’t compare to the feeling you have when you discover the Smoky Mountains with the top down in your Jeep. Cades Cove, Roaring Fork, the Parkway in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, a drive around Douglas Lake, you name it, it is more fun when you are driving your Smoky Mountain Jeep Rental. These are fun to watch to get you in the mood to reserve your Jeep for your next visit to the Smokies. 😀
Jeep Rides Through The Fall-Colored Smokies
The awesome destinations for your Jeep adventure are nearly endless! What do you love to do? You can likely find it in the Smokies. Often people ask us where they can get their feet wet in the creek and get out and discover some of the historical areas of the park. We have provided some of our favorite areas to visit and learn more about what makes the Smokies such a special place.
Exploring the Hills and Beyond!
Jeep rentals are most popular in the Spring, Summer and Fall, but exploring in the winter can be fun. An adventure to find the snow is a popular event. Many people ask us where can they find snow in the Smoky Mountains.
Where Might you find Snow in the Smokies?
How many times have you been to Cades Cove? It won’t matter once you go in your Jeep. Discovering the cove in your Jeep brings all new excitement and a new connection with the full beauty there is to experience when you visit. Be sure to take advantage of the picnic areas and visit the Townsend Wye also at the base of the entry to the cove.
Rediscover Cades Cove in your Jeep
<i><b>70 miles of the trail pass through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.</b></i> Within the Park’s borders, the trail crosses from Davenport Gap near Big Creek on the east to Fontana Dam, N.C. on the southwest, reaching a halfway point at Newfound Gap. It passes near or over several of the highest peaks in the eastern United States. The “AT” winds up over the highlands through grassy balds and descends into the valleys to briefly join other trails.
Inside the Park
Just looking out over the Smokies’ incredible blue vistas inspires a fundamental aesthetic response; the heart and mind want to capture this view and remember it forever. The Smokies’ rich artistic heritage is born from the first isolated settlers’ self-sufficiency. Mountain economy was not based on currency; instead wealth was determined by goods. Bushels of corn, wool sheared from sheep or furniture built from the forests’ trees were the sources of wealth. When time allowed, the utilitarian objects took on a stately elegance, reflecting the beauty of the environment in a weaving pattern on a basket or the carved design of a broom handle.
Arts and Crafts in the Smoky Mountains
Nearly half of the National Park lies in North Carolina and it’s just a short drive away via several different access routes. Beauty and adventure abound when you take for the North Carolina areas of the National Park. Ask our staff for our Adventure Map when you visit to pick up your Jeep!
3 Reasons to discover the North Carolina side of the Park.
Smoky Mountain Overlooks To See Unrivaled Views A great goal in your Jeep is to seek out the Overlooks in the area for an awesome persective of the Smoky Mountains. There are many ways to see the sights that bring millions to the park each year, but the favorite remains the free overlooks that you get from driving or hiking the mountains themselves. In this article, we’ll name some of those overlooks for you to find and share directions from Google Maps and worthwhile quoted information.
Find the Smoky Mountain Overlooks
The Smoky Mountains are a treasure trove of beautiful places to discover. When you are able to do so in a Jeep, it is more personal and more fun. Pack up some cold drinks and enjoy these awesome one day drives for a perfect Smoky Mountain getaway day.
3 One Day Drives in your Smoky Mountain Jeep
After an awesome day long adventure in your Jeep, where is a great place to further adventure out for dinner? Pigeon Forge has many new restaurants to try, we would like to recommend the new Junction 35 Bar and Kitchen! Find locally made spirits at their distillery and enjoy them in a bar and beautiful dining atmosphere.
Where to Dine following your Jeep Adventures
Thinking about eating in Wears Valley before you seek further advetures, check out these restaurants in and near Wears Valley Road for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
Where is there dining in Wears Valley?
People often wonder if there is anything fun to do in Wears Valley and we say yes! More than anything Wears Valley is a great starter location and connects to a full day of Jeep adventure depending on your adventure choices. Wears Valley offers Ziplining, Antique Shopping, Dining, Camping and more. Looking for wine or moonshine? You can find that too on your trip to Wears Valley. Enjoy the <a href="http://www.mountainchickcafe.com" target="_blank">Mountain Chick Cafe</a> and <a href="https://www.elvirascafe.net/" target="_blank">Elvira’s</a> as locally owned excellent stops on your way. <a href="https://pawpawscatfishkitchen.com/" target="_blank">PawPaw’s Catfish</a> is a local’s favorite also, so you can absolutely explore your way through Wears Valley on your way to the Foothills Parkway, Townsend, Cades Cove and Beyond.
What is there to discover in Wears Valley, Tennessee?
Once you have selected your Jeep you are going to want to get some ideas of where to go to find the most awesome things to do in the Smoky Mountains. We love to recommend some of the areas that are lesser known to the masses. Near Wears Valley, Upper Tremont Road provides the perfect setting for a scenic drive. You will discover tree-shaded parking areas located around the loop allowing visitors to park for a picnic or access to the Middle Prong Trailhead
Where is Upper Tremont Road?
One of our most recommeded journeys is the trip to the Cataloochee Valley. The entrance road to Cataloochee Valley is a winding, gravel road that has some steep drop offs with no guard rails. The road is narrow, so drivers may be required to stop or back up their vehicles to allow oncoming motorists to pass. Horse trailer traffic may be encountered on the road. Please use caution when driving on this road.
Where is the Cataloochee Valley?
The Great Smoky Mountain National Park is filled with intrigue and interesting places to go. Once you have rented your Jeep, you may wonder which direction you want to go to experience the awesome things to do in the Smoky Mountains. We often like to point out some of the lesser traveled areas for you to consider for an activity filled day with lesser traffic around you.
Awesome Lesser Known Gems in the Smokies – Where to take your Jeep
We’re happy to announce that Dollywood has unveiled its long-awaited opening date for 2020 with a statement as follows: “Dollywood Parks & Resorts will begin a phased reopening on June 15. Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country reopen June 17, with Season Passholder Exclusive Days on June 15 & 16. Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa opens June 10.
Dollywood 2020 Opening Date
If you and yours are looking for some incredible <a href="/">Jeep Adventures</> to combine with the most fun <a href="/">Things to Do</> in the area, allow us to share a couple of our favorite attractions just outside of our area.
Road Trip to the Lost Sea & Adventure in the Tuckaleechee Caverns
You have decided on your 4 door Jeep Wrangler for the family vacation and now you are looking for other things to do to really impress the troops with an unforgettable vacation, what else should you do?
So you want to try Ziplining!
Visitors wanting to drive the Foothills Parkway near the Smoky Mountains will want to consider this travel destination as an addition to their driving fun. From <a href="https://cherohala.com/" target="_blank">https://cherohala.com/</a>:
Discover the Cherohala Skyway
Visitors wanting to drive the Foothills Parkway near the Smoky Mountains will want to consider this travel destination as an addition to their driving fun. From <a href="https://tailofthedragon.com/" target="_blank">https://tailofthedragon.com/</a>:
Tail of the Dragon Roadway
Once you take off in your <a href="/">Jeep Wrangle</a> the family is going to thank you. You won’t believe the difference in how you see the beautiful Smokies around you when you experience it in a topless 4 door Jeep Wrangler. Our Jeeps are luxury jeeps with full amenities and ready for your family adventure. We recommend these activities as the top 5 family friendly Things to Do in your Jeep!
5 Best Family Activities in the Smokies
Elopements to the Smoky Mountains are very popular. Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Wears Valley and Townsend Tennessee are all very popular elopement destinations. One of the new trends in weddings and honeymoons is making it all quite adventurous! When you choose to elope, the focus changes. It is all on YOU. Why not <a href="/our-jeeps">rent a jeep</a> and have some fun with your new life adventure.
Jeep Adventure Weddings and Honeymoons
Townsend has been known as the Peaceful Side of the Smokies for many years, a reputation well earned, but this does not mean there is nothing to see or do in Townsend. Townsend is an awesome vacation experience. Discover a more nostalgic mountain feel, heritage and plenty of mountain scenes when you spend the day in Townsend, Tennessee.
Discover Townsend, Tennessee
Have you wondered what is in Knoxville? Knoxville offers a wider variety of awesome things to do and we can highly recommend a day trip to Knoxville, whether it is the family, a group, or just the two of you!
Do the Zoo | Knoxville Ideas for Fun Things to Do
As we all stay home, it’s hard not to day dream about the time we will be out exploring again! Our location is surrounded with awesome trails to enjoy in your Jeep. Whether you prefer the things to do in the Smokies, like The Titanic, The Island, and the theaters and dinner shows, or……. you love the mountain trails, we have a mulitude of ideas for you!
Summer Drive Trail Little River Road
<a href='/our-jeeps'>Jeeps</a> have become a popular way to enjoy the Smoky Mountains. It’s true that the number one attraction in the Smoky Mountain is still the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and we could not be more pleased about that! Although the things to do in the area are vast, the experience of the National Park is something to behold. Millions of people flock to the Smokies each year to discover a bit of nature, to remove themselves from the hustle bustle of the world around them and a Jeep Wrangler rental can only enhance that experience of discovery.
Jeep Wranglers & Jeep Gear
Nestled in the hills of East Tennessee, <a href="https://smokymountainoffroadoutfitters.com/" target="_blank">Smoky Mountain Jeep Outfitters</a> is truly a rare breed of merchandise. We are dedicated to satisfying the swagger needs of Jeepers from all over the world from our business here in Wears Valley!
Smoky Mountain Jeep Outfitters – Visit Our Store
Are the mountains calling you to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and the Smoky Mountains? As spring draws closer, the longer days call us to be outside and enjoy the new season. Are you experiencing some cabin fever? When you stay in the Smokies, we want to suggest you discover some fun attractions with the <a href="/">Smoky’s #1 Thing To Do</a>: rent a Jeep and discover the Smokies in a whole new way!
Jeep Discoveries in the Smoky Mountains
Your Smoky Mountain Adventure Begins here at <a href="/">Smoky Mountain Jeep Rentals</a> We lost count of how many thrilled families, groups and individuals that we have provided the best part of their vacations with several years ago, but our commitment to providing the literal and metaphorical vehicles for those adventures is stronger than ever. We would very much like to invite you and your group for a memorable adventure in the Smokies with one of our jeeps!
#1 Attraction in the Smokies
Once you have rented your Smoky Mountain Jeep Rental you are going to want to find some awesome scenic drives. There are hundreds of miles of roads to enjoy – we thought we would share these two awesome drives….
Scenic Auto Tour Roaring Fork | Where is a scenic tour in the Smokies?
Enter the Great Smoky Mountain National Park through the Metcalf Bottoms entrance on Wears Valley Road. Line Springs road will deliver you to the Metcalf Bottoms Picnic area where you will find a beautiful rushing stream, picnic tables, walking areas, with wildlife and more. It IS the “Jewel of the Smokies” for sure in Wears Valley. Fishing, Swimming and Picnic areas so near your Wears Valley Getaway Cabin.
Metcalf Bottoms entrance to Great Smoky Mountain National Park
“Hey, Summit Cabin Rentals, we’re coming to the Smokies here in the Summer, where can we go tubing?” Now that’s a worthwhile Summertime question. Here are some of our recommendations for having Tubing fun in the Smokies: Smoky Mountain River Rat Main Tubing Outpost 205 Wears Valley Rd, Townsend, TN 37882 https://smokymtnriverrat.com/ (865) 448 – 8888 From their website: “Looking for the best tubing in the Smoky Mountains? You just found it! Come float down the Little River in beautiful Townsend, TN. No party is too big or too small, and no occasion is necessary. River Rat Tubing is your East Tennessee destination for a cool escape in the middle of the Smoky Mountains. Float and drift down the Little River, with two awesome routes included in one price! We offer both the upper section and lower sections of the Little River.
Awesome Tubing in the Smokies
Looking for some ideas of where to take a Smoky Mountain Jeep to in the Smokies? Take a look: The Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge ,The Island in Pigeon Forge ,The Smoky Mountains National Park ,Cades Cove,Emerts Cove and many more!
Where To Take Your Jeep On Your Smoky Mountain Adventure
It’s now the second week of the New Year – you need to eat that Christmas cake already, Bing Crosby needs to go back to the CD shelf for a little while and you’ve only got 2 months left to keep the Christmas tree up. With the big parties done for this part of the season, we enter the second phase of Winterfest in the Smokies which is a major 180-degree shift in feel and atmosphere – now we get to the “quiet” season of the Smokies for a while to enjoy the dignity, romance and peace of the Smokies.
Where To See Snow in the Smokies
Need a reason to come visit the Smokies for New Years? We can think of a few:
The Fireworks of Gatlinburg’s New Years Eve Party
While the Autumn color has only been crawling to the Smokies this season, the change is under way and the slow speed only adds more time and opportunities to see it for 2019.
Top 5 Places To See The Autumn Colors
Who doesn’t love a Fall festival in the Smoky Mountains? Wears Valley will be continuing its tradition of presenting one awesome Autumn jubilee out in the heart of the Smoky Mountains in October with the Wears Valley Fall Fest! This year, the Wears Valley Fall Fest is going on between October 18th to the October 20th.
Wears Valley Fall Fest
Rule the Roost when you show up to the car shows in your awesome JEEP! Smoky Mountain Jeep Rentals has jeeps available to enjoy the show or to get away from the cars and in to the mountains! Look for our Adventure Map when you check in and find some of the most awesome trails available
Pigeon Forge Car Shows 2019
Do you love the 4th of July holiday in the Smokies? Do you enjoy the idea of fireworks blowing up overhead at Patriot Park, downtown Gatlinburg and throughout the mountains by our residents? Do you enjoy Midnight 4th of July parades and River Raft Regattas? How about day-long festivals at big public parks with music, fun for the family and more featured?
4th of July in the Smokies 2019
Summer vacation seems to be too far away and you need a change of scenery. It’s a common social malady between April and June, so why not sneak in a getaway and surprise the family with some early Summer fun? Chances are you’ve likely earned the opportunity in relevant faculties and a mini vacation can help satisfy that Spring fever.
One Last Burst of Spring Fever
The cars are already coming into town and we all know what that means – the Spring Rod Run for 2019 is beginning in the Smokies!
Spring Rod Run
While it happened several months ago at the tail-end of 2018, we’d like to announce for anyone that missed it that the “Missing Link” of the Foothills parkway connecting Walland to Wears Valley is complete and open to the public!
Foothills Parkway “Missing Link” Open!
Imagine a 4- Wheeling afternoon of fun in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Cades Cove, Little River Road, Wears Valley Road along with Bluff Mountain and Metcalf Bottoms are just some of the cool adventures that await just minutes from our rental office located in the Wears Valley Area of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
Smoky Mountain Jeep Rentals
<i><b>The most popular drive through the park is Newfound Gap Road</b></i>, which is 26 miles long and crosses the park to the southeast. It begins at Sugarlands which is at an elevation of 1,436 feet, it rises to more than 5,000 feet above sea level at Newfound Gap. The road descends down to 3,000 feet to Oconaluftee Visitors Center at the main entrance to the park from North Carolina. Oconaluftee Visitors Center is also a treasure trove of information and the adjacent Mountain Farm Museum will introduce the visitor to the rural heritage of the early settlers. Newfound Gap Road is a gradually unfolding botanical journey that spans the five vegetation zones a traveler would encounter if traveling the hundreds of miles to Maine. There are scenic overlooks along the way, roadside exhibits, and trailheads for the hikers. At Newfound Gap visitors can look for miles over waves of rolling hills and the Appalachian Trail crosses the road here. There is also the memorial where Franklin D. Roosevelt stood to dedicate the national park in 1940.
Smoky Mountains Newfound Gap
<i><b>Other motor trails exist for the “armchair” visitor</b></i>. The most famous is the Cades Cove Loop, which is also a historical tour of those who settled in the valley. Northeast of Gatlinburg off Rte. 321 is the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail Loop which takes you up the western flank of Mt. LeConte. This paved, narrow, winding jewel of a road fords streams and cuts across a deep gorge. It is closed during the winter and at all times to buses, trailers, and RV’s. At the visitor centers you can also find out how to get to the various dirt roads that will take you further back into the mountains and off the beaten path.
Cades Cove and Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Little River Road is practically a magical experience when in your Smoky Mountain Jeep Rental! From the Townsend “Wye” to the “Sinks” some of the more Quiet Side of the Smokies locations can be found on Little River Road. Near our office is Metcalf Bottoms entrance to the National Park which then leads you to Little River Road. Turn right and experience Townsend, Tennessee and Cades Cove, turn left and land in the Gatlinburg area of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.
Experience Little River Road