Things to do in the Smokies with Kids: Tips for visiting Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Your quick start guide to planning the perfect family vacation!?????NOW UPDATED FOR 2021!?????

The Smoky Mountain region is an amazing vacation destination: majestic views, wonderful wildlife, thrilling rides, and relaxing walks are all to be found and enjoyed. Activities include relaxing, hiking, shopping, people watching, crafting, backpacking and more.

You'll find something to suite every family member's needs or interests. Things to Do in the Smokies with Kids will give you the tips and information you need to explore this popular and picturesque region with confidence.

If you don't have time to sort through a 1,000+ page guide then this book is for you. Things to Do in the Smokies with Kids is not all encompassing; every single attraction in the area is not covered. Why sort through a list of every single restaurant in the area when you know you're never going to make it to 99% of them?

Rather, this book is a selective look at family oriented entertainment in the Smoky Mountains that are well worth visiting, from Dollywood to Goats on the Roof, from crusin' the Foothills Parkway to Crave mini-golf. Trust me, your kids will be talking about these activities for ages and begging you to go back - mine are!

The guide is organized geographically into three main regions (from North to South): Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Tips to improve your vacation while visiting the Smoky Mountain region include:

?The best roads to take to avoid traffic congestion

?How to save money on almost every attraction

?Use the table provided to easily compare all the mountain coasters in the region to determine your priority list of the one you want to ride.

?The easiest waterfall to hike to in the national park

?My favorite Smoky Mountain Cabin to stay in

?Free things to do in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg; what Gatlinburg attractions are worth visiting?

?When the best time to visit the Smoky Mountains is in terms of crowds and weather

This isn't just a compiled list of second hand data from Google searches. This book is full of current information written from an author who has actually been there, done that (and has the pictures to prove it). The enclosed tips ensure you'll get the most out of your vacation with the least amount of hassle.

For example, learn some of the best shortcuts and alternative routes so that you'll avoid the stressful traffic congestion and have more time for exploring the beauty of the Smoky Mountains.

Learn about the top sights the entire family will enjoy, essential trip planning tips for traveling with kids, and how to improve your vacation by maximizing your time and dollars.

If you've never been to Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, or the Smoky Mountains before then this quick start guide is for you!

Nick Weisenberger is the author of Steam Trains and Monorails: The Best of America's Theme Parks.