Gatlinburg history: When did Gatlinburg become a tourist attraction?
The area that would become the village of Gatlinburg existed long before a South Carolina farmer made his way to the mountains looking for a…
Now you can stay at Ancient Lore Village, a real-life fairy tale in TN
In a hole in the ground, there lived a hobbit. Not a nasty, dirty, wet hole, filled with the ends of worms and an oozy…
Easy hikes in the Smoky Mountains: The 8 best hikes for beginners
Easy is a flighty, inexact word. What’s easy for you might be quite difficult for your neighbor. Hiking in the woods can be many things…
BREAKING: Dollywood announces new ride, Big Bear Mountain
On Friday, Dolly Parton herself and Dollywood officials hosted a BIG event at the theme park to release details about Dollywood’s newest ride. This much-anticipated…
Buzzed Bull Creamery Pigeon Forge: Finally, an ice cream shop for adults
What’s better than liquid nitrogen ice cream, milkshakes, coffees and espressos? I’ll tell you – liquid nitrogen ice cream, milkshakes, coffees, espressos and adult mixin’s….
Smoky Mountains in August: Events in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge [2022]
August is a transitional month in the Smokies. For the better part of the month, crowds are plentiful and the sun is scorching. But towards…
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dollywood?
Dollywood is located in Pigeon Forge, TN in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. From interstate 40, guests should take exit 407 towards Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg. Follow TN Hwy 66 South until it becomes US 441. Turn left at traffic light #8 and follow the signs to Dollywood. Dollywood is located at 2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863.
For additional tips and tricks on how to avoid traffic in Pigeon Forge, check out our Insider’s Guide to avoiding traffic.
What are the Great Smoky Mountains?
The Great Smoky Mountains are a mountain range located in the Southeastern United States along the Tennessee/North Carolina border. They are part of the Appalachian Mountains.
They are named for the mist that always hovers over the peaks and valleys. The ‘smoke’ is a fog created by the area’s natural vegetation.