The closest airport to Gatlinburg, TN, is McGhee Tyson, located 12 miles south of Knoxville, just over a 40-mile drive from Gatlinburg, with a few different ways to get there, depending on if you want to hit Pigeon Forge first, and any scenic options you may chose to take on the way in. McGhee Tyson is a friendly little airport, and usually a nice introduction to the friendly people of Tennessee and the Appalachian warmth and culture of the Smoky Mountains.
Any vacation in the Smoky Mountains is made better by staying in a vacation cabin rental. Many cabins are located within resorts, which differ greatly in their location, setting and the amenities they offer. Knowing more about where the resorts are and what they’re like opens up the options considerably for choosing where to stay.
We at Gatlinburg Falls Resort / Venture Resorts care about the health and safety of our guests and our staff. To help you have a safe vacation, we want you to know that we’ve implemented the following changes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Your health and well-being are our highest priority and we truly appreciate the trust that you place in us.
If you have any questions please contact us at [email protected].
UPDATE – July 10, 2020
Sevier County. including Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, has declared a mandatory mask-wearing rule from July 10 through August 3, which is a 25-day period. Masks are available for sale at a low price in case you forget yours. For details see this story.
Everywhere in the Smokies is pretty much open now, with many visitors. Many attractions and businesses have already had mask protocols in place – at least with staff wearing masks for visitor safety, and appreciating the return favor. With lots of visitors, things seem to be running pretty smoothly throughout the area.
The Preserve Resort in Wears Valley features well appointed cabins and fantastic amenities. As the highest elevation resort in the Great Smoky Mountains, it’s home to views that must be seen to be believed, and it’s just a short drive from the popular attractions of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, as well as Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
View from the Preserve
What are the best things to do in Pigeon Forge? Here are some of the most frequent questions about Pigeon Forge that we get asked by guests renting our vacation cabins.
Image courtesy of Pigeon Forge Chamber
Even with a world of entertainment and relaxation right there in your vacation cabin, if you want to get outdoors and explore, there are many easy ways. You can get close to many scenic wonders and still remain in your car, as well as sample many easy walks and other ways to enjoy Great Smoky Mountains National Park without a lot of effort – and all of it is free of charge.
So here’s our Big List of outdoor adventures in the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge area.
The best thing about a luxury vacation cabin in the Smoky Mountains is that you can do as much as you want to do on your vacation, or as little. You can do almost nothing if you want, and just live in the cabin enjoying its amenities, and soak in the hot tub on the deck and gaze at the mountains.
If you’re going to take a vacation, you could just relax and let the comfort take you over. Stress – who needs it?
Nothing is more romantic in the Smoky Mountains than staying in your very own cabin nestled n the foothills, with mountains all around. Add in a cabin with a heart-shaped Jacuzzi, a fireplace to snuggle by, a hot tub on the deck to luxuriate in, and a million ways to get out and have fun if you want, and you have a perfect place for a romantic getaway. We make it easy also with several romance packages to choose from.
Valentine’s Day is coming soon, and this hasn’t escaped the notice of thousands of couples flocking to the Smoky Mountains for a weekend getaway. Here’s everything you need to know about love, marriage and romantic getaways in the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge area.
Many cabins are booked long in advance for this day, while some people in closer driving distance to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge can take advantage of last-minute specials on remaining cabins – see our Specials page for deals and discounts.
Gatlinburg is home to hundreds of restaurants and eateries of all kinds. Here are a few hidden gems that that you might want to check out, for great food and maybe away from the crowds.
Images courtesy of various restaurants
We are the one of largest cabin rental agencies in the Smoky Mountains and have been recognized by Southern Living as the Best Family Resort in the Smokies. We manage over 340 cabins in the Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville Tennessee areas. Visit us today and get over $700 of free attraction tickets with your cabin rental.
