LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
There are so many things to do in the Sevierville, Tennessee area. Below is a list of just some of the things that you might enjoy while visiting the Smoky Mountains. The surrounding cities include Gatlinburg, Dillsboro, Highlands, and Ashville.
BLUFF MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE Pigeon Forge, TN
865-428-7711
Ride 7,000 acres of mountain trails, cross fresh-mountain streams, ride the falls or top of the bluff for spectacular, scenic view. Year round, weather permitting.
CARBOS POLICE MUSEUM Pigeon Forge, TN
865-453-1358
Apr.-Oct. As seen on the David Letterman Show. Featuring Walking Tall Sheriff Buford Pusser memorabilia, including the 1974 Corvette in which he was killed. Also exhibiting police items from the US and the world. Visit: CARBOS POLICE MUSEUM
CLINGMAN'S DOME
Great Smoky National Park, TN
This it the highest peak in the park. On a clear summer day or in the middle of winter, the view is breathtaking.
DIXIE STAMPEDE
Pigeon Forge, TN
800-356-1676
The most fun place to eat in the Smokies, guaranteed by Dolly Parton. Come and enjoy a delicious four-course meal at Pigeon Forge's largest restaurant and be dazzled by a horse-racing, whip-cracking, wagon-busting good time complete with a friendly North/South rivalry, 32 magnificent horses, beautiful belles, and tough-as-nails heroes.
DOLLY'S SPLASH COUNTRY
Pigeon Forge, TN
865-428-9488
For white water adventures that range from mild to wild, visit this 25-acre water park, located just down the road from Dollywood. Open Memorial Day through Labor Day.
DOLLYWOOD
Pigeon Forge, TN
800-365-5996
Visit the Southeast&39;s favorite entertainment park, featuring rides, games, shows, old-fashioned southern cooking, crafts and more, in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.
ELVIS MUSEUM Pigeon Forge, TN
865-428-2001
Worlds largest private collection of Elvis memorabilia. Self-guided tours. See the King's cars, jewelry, clothing and guns.
FORBIDDEN CAVERNS, Sevierville, TN
Phone: 865-453-5972,
Learn about ancient mysteries and Indian legends at this cavern that is one of the greatest natural attractions in the nation and is open from April to November. The one hour walking tour through the caverns includes a sterophonic sound presentation, special lighting effects, sparkling formations, and towering natural chimneys.
LAUREL FALLS, Smoky Mountains National Park
This is a gorgeous hike in the Smoky Mountain National Park. It is totally paved and is 1.3 miles one-way. Take a hike away from the crowded bridge and enjoy the view of the falls above.
MINE, THE Pigeon Forge, TN
800-345-6193
Actually work the rich and famous Franklin, NC mine fields. Rubies, Sapphires and many different Gem Stones. Watch stones being cut and gold jewelry being cast and made right before your eyes.
OBER GATLINBURG
1-800-251-9202
Ober Gatlinburg is located at the end of Ski Mountain Road in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area is 40 miles from Knoxville offering 8 ski trails. Vertical Drop: 600', 3,300' elevation
OLD MILL, THE
Pigeon Forge, TN
865-453-4628
(Open Year-Round)
RAINBOW FALLS
Location: 4 miles south of Gatlinburg (via Airport Road)
Miles (roundtrip length): 5-1/2
Rating: moderate
Climb (feet): 1750
Trail Features: Follows LeConte Creek to 80' waterfall
SKY SCRAPER Pigeon Forge, TN
865-429-8600
For a thrilling ride high above the Parkway, you wont want to miss the Sky Scraper. This exciting new Parkway attraction will turn you and the Parkway up-side-down. Year-round, weather permitting.
SMOKY MOUNTAIN CAR MUSEUM Pigeon Forge, TN
865-453-3433
Open for its 44th season, the car museum features Hank Williams, Jr.s Silver Dollar Car, James Bond's 007 car used in movies "Goldfinger" and "Thunderball," Stringbean's Cadillac, 265 HP Duesenberg, 1937 V12 Packard Convertible. CPE, Elvis' Mercedes. Historic Gas Pump Globe display. See the new 1999 Plymouth Prowler. May.-Oct.