Geeesammy Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 I'm heading down this weekend for a couple days, any reccomendations on things to do there? What about places that are a waste of time? Just looking for general suggestions, don't really have any specific thing to do down there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pontiacfreak142 Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 I'm headin down there nov 6. Its been a while since I've been, so I can't remember if its gatlinburg or pigeon forge, but there is a lot of neat war civil war stuff to see in the area as well as a lot of places to just kill time like huge arcades, putt putt places and so on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gergwheel1647545492 Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 search you dummies!!! But seriously, Gatlinburg has a pretty cool aquarium and Pigeon Forge has some cool wineries and good places to eat. Make sure you do breakfast at Pancake Pantry and definitely check out the apple barn. As far as hiking and going into the mountains i can't give any insight. I would highly recommend getting a cabin with a hot tub, and get some wine and just chill/relax and enjoy the views Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spankis Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 GO IN THE NATIONAL PARK. Screw everything else. It always amazes me how many people go there and talk about the outlet stores and shopping, putt-putt, restaurants, etc. etc. Go hike, do a driving tour, rent a bike one morning and ride the cades cove loop (only 2 mornings a week), do the Roaring Fork motor trail and stop at some of the original log homes, churches, structures... Do the things there that you can't do in Ohio. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeesammy Posted September 30, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 We got a cabin, so that will be nice Hiking is definitely a high priority, only having 2 days won't be much and I won't see near the amount I want to see. Damn school. The whole "not doing what we can in Ohio" is what I said from the get go. Going on vacation and going to malls is a waste. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Hike to Laurel Falls. Just 1.2 miles with amazing views. If you want to spend a day hiking you'll never forget, and I mean never, hike to the top of Mt. LeConte via the Alum Cave Bluffs Trail. Simply amazing. Some parts left me breathless. If you take it to the top realize there are some pretty nasty drops. Don't know the situation with kids or what-not, but be careful. It's not hard though. 5.2 miles up. I leisurely strolled up in 4 hours and down in 3 stopping for lunch and at random times for pics or just to take in the view. Been going to GB/PF area every year for my entire life. Apple Barn is nice, most of the Pancake places are decent, but you must get a steak at the Smoky Mountain Brewery in Pigeon Forge. It's a must stop every time I go...and I hate going to the same restaurant over and over again. I love trying new things. I always get pulled back there though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Alex- Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 I haven't been yet, but I've always heard Floyd Garrett's Musclecar Museum is awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BIGGU Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Smokey mountain motor trail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craig71188 Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Roaring Fork - if you don't have much time it's a great way to see some of the history of the area, close to town, but you'd never know it once you start the drive Cades Cove - as mentioned, great for the AM ride if you cycle, otherwise, it's a bit of a drive to get there, but another great area to do the loop and see the sites. Clingman's Dome - on a clear day it's a nice drive through the park and great views once you get there. It's kind of a "one neat thing" at the destination (vs. the two above). As mentioned, there's a lot of "junk" shops in downtown Gatlinburg, but we enjoyed walking the main part of town one evening just to "see the sites". We also enjoy the "Arts & Crafts" community/loop as the wife is an artist and enjoys seeing other artists work. Just depends on your interests and time available. For me - Roaring Fork is a "must do" whenever I go, Cade's Cove is on my list if we are going to the southside of the park for anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cybe Posted September 30, 2013 Report Share Posted September 30, 2013 Close enough to Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala Skywae, Devil's Triangle. Get a bungalow in the hills instead of hotel w/ shopping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeesammy Posted October 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 Well, now that half of the shit we wanted to see is closed due to the .gov being filled with idiots we are pretty pissed... THANKS OBAMA http://cdn.uproxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/thanks-obama-28.gif Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01sentrase2.0 Posted October 3, 2013 Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 Ripleys Aquarium. Mel's Diner for breakfast. Big Daddy's Pizzeria. Comedy Barn. Do the winery tour of all 4 places and get some free wine glasses plus get to try all sorts of wines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted October 3, 2013 Report Share Posted October 3, 2013 Ride the new 200' ferris wheel, do the wine tour starting at the apple barn, eat at bennits bbq at least once. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokin5s Posted October 4, 2013 Report Share Posted October 4, 2013 ubber gatlienberg is fun as hell... also they have a go kart amusement part which is a blast as well... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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