We've seen people unfamiliar with the area (𝐆𝐚𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐠, 𝐏𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 (𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐍) making speculative comments, and passing unverified info as facts with posts and comments in local social media travel groups. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬 of Sevier County (Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville)  are open for business.

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We see this question often asked on social media quite often: "𝐖𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐚 𝐛𝐮𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐭. 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐞𝐬?" See the budget-friendly times and tips to help you out. 

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You may be used to rideshare services like Uber or Lyft, but due to terrain and spotty cell coverage, they are not very reliable in the Smokies. Find the options for transportation to take you to your destination safely.

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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park holds the distinction of being the most frequented park in the country. It remains one of the rare parks that doesn't require an entry fee - a condition established through early land donations in the early 20th century, pivotal to the park's inception. You do not have to pay to enter or drive through the park, but all motor vehicles parked within the park boundary for more than 15 minutes will need parking tags. No fees apply for parking periods under 15 minutes, allowing visitors to enjoy quick stops at scenic spots without charge.

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Are you considering booking one of our Smoky Mountains cabins for your next getaway? While we strive to provide a unique and authentic experience in the heart of nature, we believe in transparency and want to ensure our guests have the best possible stay. Here are seven reasons why our cabins may not be the ideal choice for everyone:

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