Is a week too long in Gatlinburg?

For a family, the travel agent said a week should be enough time to see the highlights, giving them a chance to hit various theme and water parks, explore walkable Gatlinburg and visit the national park, including Cades Cove, a valley with plenty of chances to spot wildlife like white-tailed deer.



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All in all, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are both incredible spots to visit. If you're looking to experience the true tourist experience of the Smoky Mountains, you'll want to visit Gatlinburg. If you're looking for an equally thrilling experience, but a little away from the crowds, Pigeon Forge is your answer.

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Summer (June through August) Like most national parks, summer is the most popular time of year to visit Great Smoky Mountains.

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The Ogles established a general store that stood for over 100 years. By the 1940s, the Gatlinburg area became a tourist destination. This was largely due to the establishment of the Great Smoky Rocky Mountain National Park. Vendors by the hundreds came to the area to capitalize on the new boom.

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Encounters With Bears Treat bear encounters with extreme caution! Bear pepper spray may be carried by hikers within Great Smoky Mountains National Park for the strict purpose of protection against bodily harm from aggressive wildlife.

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