Guide to the GSMNP Area
About the Area
Restaurants, curio shops and the "Back Entrance" to Great Smoky Mountain National Park located here. Route 321 runs through Wears Valley. It is about the same distance from the cabin as Pigeon Forge. It's a good option if you want to avoid traffic.
66 locals recommend
Wears Valley
Restaurants, curio shops and the "Back Entrance" to Great Smoky Mountain National Park located here. Route 321 runs through Wears Valley. It is about the same distance from the cabin as Pigeon Forge. It's a good option if you want to avoid traffic.
The cabin is actually in Sevier County, and not the town of Sevierville. Sevierville is on the parkway north of Pigeon Forge. Unless you want to make a pilgrimage to see the Dolly statue in the town square, you probably won't have much reason to visit.
101 locals recommend
Sevierville
The cabin is actually in Sevier County, and not the town of Sevierville. Sevierville is on the parkway north of Pigeon Forge. Unless you want to make a pilgrimage to see the Dolly statue in the town square, you probably won't have much reason to visit.
Coming from the Alcoa/Airport area, you'll pass through Townsend on the way to the cabin. Here you can find groceries, River Rat River Tubing, Jeep Adventures and way to the Cades Cove Loop Drive.
90 locals recommend
Townsend
Coming from the Alcoa/Airport area, you'll pass through Townsend on the way to the cabin. Here you can find groceries, River Rat River Tubing, Jeep Adventures and way to the Cades Cove Loop Drive.
Restaurants, rides, shopping and family fun are what Pigeon Forge is all about. The closest big town to the cabin, where you can get groceries, eat dinner, and maybe take in a vintage car parade.
Reeser Str. 106, 46446 Emmerich am Rhein, Germany
Restaurants, rides, shopping and family fun are what Pigeon Forge is all about. The closest big town to the cabin, where you can get groceries, eat dinner, and maybe take in a vintage car parade.
Home of the main entrance of the National Park, restaurants, shopping, and a variety of museums and other attractions. Parking is tight, but you can explore using the free trolley.
Reeser Str. 106, 46446 Emmerich am Rhein, Germany
Home of the main entrance of the National Park, restaurants, shopping, and a variety of museums and other attractions. Parking is tight, but you can explore using the free trolley.
Grocery Stores, Pickup and Delivery
Last full grocery shopping opportunity on the the 321/Wears Valley route to the cabin. Stock up before you arrive!
30 locals recommend
Townsend IGA
7945 E Lamar Alexander PkwyLast full grocery shopping opportunity on the the 321/Wears Valley route to the cabin. Stock up before you arrive!
Pigeon Forge's 24-hour Kroger on Wears Valley Road before the Parkway. They also have order pickup.
199 locals recommend
Kroger
220 Wears Valley RdPigeon Forge's 24-hour Kroger on Wears Valley Road before the Parkway. They also have order pickup.
Right by the intersection of the Parkway and Wears Valley Road. Better selection than the Kroger.
Publix Super Market at Valley Forge Shopping Center
Right by the intersection of the Parkway and Wears Valley Road. Better selection than the Kroger.
Groceries and prepared foods, catering to cabin vacationers. First stop on the Parkway when returning from Gatlinburg.
54 locals recommend
Express by Food City
3625 ParkwayGroceries and prepared foods, catering to cabin vacationers. First stop on the Parkway when returning from Gatlinburg.
Wears Valley Restaurants
If you're like me, and want to avoid traffic on the Pigeon Forge Parkway as much as possible, you may like the eating options in Wears Valley. Same distance, no traffic. Call before you go as hours may change seasonally.
Fantastic breakfast, brunch and lunch. Do not miss the chicken and waffles with the sweet and spicy sauce. Closed Mondays.
156 locals recommend
Elvira's Cafe
4143 Wears Valley RdFantastic breakfast, brunch and lunch. Do not miss the chicken and waffles with the sweet and spicy sauce. Closed Mondays.
Hillbilly's Restaurant
3275 Wears Valley RdServing breakfast and lunch.
Louisiana cooking for lunch and dinner. Casual atmosphere. Check the hours before you go. pawpawscatfishkitchen.com
61 locals recommend
Pawpaw's Catfish Kitchen
2760 Wears Valley RdLouisiana cooking for lunch and dinner. Casual atmosphere. Check the hours before you go. pawpawscatfishkitchen.com
A daily outdoor food-truck market right on Wears Valley Road, plus various handicraft vendors.
31 locals recommend
Wears Valley Social
3209 Wears Valley RdA daily outdoor food-truck market right on Wears Valley Road, plus various handicraft vendors.
Grandmother's Kitchen is a little down-home diner where you can get some home-style southern cooking. Good for breakfast and lunch.
22 locals recommend
Grandmothers Kitchen
3030 Wears Valley RdGrandmother's Kitchen is a little down-home diner where you can get some home-style southern cooking. Good for breakfast and lunch.
Pigeon Forge Restaurants
The is a VERY popular place for New American food. It is usually packed. Be sure to make a reservation.
498 locals recommend
Local Goat- New American Restaurant
2167 ParkwayThe is a VERY popular place for New American food. It is usually packed. Be sure to make a reservation.
No Way Jose's Cantina
104 Waldens Main StTex mex, margaritas and a patio. What more do you want?
Starbucks
2491 US-441Purveyors of America's favorite drug.
Five Guys
2526 ParkwayBurger and fry chain. Convenient and quick.
The Old Mill
164 Old Mill AveA Pigeon Forge classic for American country fare.
Right by Exit 1 on the parkway. Convenient if you are heading to Gatlinburg.
7 locals recommend
Smoky’s Pancake Cabin
4235 ParkwayRight by Exit 1 on the parkway. Convenient if you are heading to Gatlinburg.
A great American diner, right by Wears Valley Road and the Parkway.
77 locals recommend
Mel's Classic Diner
119 Wears Valley RdA great American diner, right by Wears Valley Road and the Parkway.
The real-deal non-chain BBQ joint. Easy access on Wears Valley Road.
52 locals recommend
Boss Hogg's BBQ
1198 Wears Valley RdThe real-deal non-chain BBQ joint. Easy access on Wears Valley Road.
CiCi's Pizza
3189 ParkwayClose to the intersection of Wears Valley Road and the parkway. Decent takeout pizza.
Mellow Mushroom
2485 ParkwayPizza. Convenient location on the Parkway.
Solorzano’s Pizzeria Pigeon Forge
Highly rated pizza restaurant, and easy to get to.
Gatlinburg Restaurants
Small tapas-style plates of fusion/international cuisine. Make a reservation.
57 locals recommend
Red Oak Bistro
669 Glades RdSmall tapas-style plates of fusion/international cuisine. Make a reservation.
Casual good American fare; burgers, french toast, bbq. Cash only. Slightly off the beaten path.
22 locals recommend
Timbers Log Cabin Restaurant
600 Glades RdCasual good American fare; burgers, french toast, bbq. Cash only. Slightly off the beaten path.
Mama's Chicken Kitchen
1244 East PkwyHomestyle fried chicken and sides. Affordable.
Excellent Italian food--not in the main tourist area. Highly recommended.
28 locals recommend
Taste of Italy
1235 East PkwyExcellent Italian food--not in the main tourist area. Highly recommended.
If you can call something in downtown Gatlinburg a "hidden gem" this might be it. Yummy Cajun food.
11 locals recommend
New Orleans Sandwich Company
631 ParkwayIf you can call something in downtown Gatlinburg a "hidden gem" this might be it. Yummy Cajun food.
Did a trip to the aquarium make you yearn for seafood? Chesapeake's is a highly-regarded seafood restaurant. Ask for a table overlooking the river.
63 locals recommend
Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar
437 ParkwayDid a trip to the aquarium make you yearn for seafood? Chesapeake's is a highly-regarded seafood restaurant. Ask for a table overlooking the river.
The Park Grill
1110 ParkwayAmerican cuisine in a rustic mountain lodge setting.
Liquor, Beer, and Wine
Sevier County is technically "dry" though the regulations vary by town. You'll find liquor stores only in Gatlinburg, but they close on Sunday. You can buy mixed drinks at bars and restaurants in Gatlinburg. In Pigeon Forge you can purchase beer and wine 6 days a week (I think) in stores. Restaurants serve only beer and wine in Pigeon Forge.
Liquor & Wine of the Smokies
115 N Mountain TrailGatlinburg Package Store
132 ParkwayMajor Attractions
Dollywood's Splash Country Water Adventure Park
2700 Dollywood Parks BlvdDolly's water park!
Dolly Parton's dinner show spectacular. Fun for everyone.
378 locals recommend
Dolly Parton's Stampede
3849 ParkwayDolly Parton's dinner show spectacular. Fun for everyone.
Haven't been, but have it on good authority that it is very fun.
87 locals recommend
Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Show & Adventure Park
2530 ParkwayHaven't been, but have it on good authority that it is very fun.
Music, dancing, southern-style all-you-can-eat buffet. And, it's the #1 Motown show in the U.S.A. thegrandmajestic.com 865-774-7777
6 locals recommend
Soul Of Motown
2330 ParkwayMusic, dancing, southern-style all-you-can-eat buffet. And, it's the #1 Motown show in the U.S.A. thegrandmajestic.com 865-774-7777
Is it too hot outside? Is it too wet outside? In either case, this indoor and outdoor aquatic park might be just the thing for your restless little people. 915 Westgate Resorts Drive, Gatlinburg.
15 locals recommend
Wild Bear Falls
915 Westgate Resorts RdIs it too hot outside? Is it too wet outside? In either case, this indoor and outdoor aquatic park might be just the thing for your restless little people. 915 Westgate Resorts Drive, Gatlinburg.
Drive the famous Arts and Crafts loop road in Gatlinburg. Visit the shops of local craftspeople selling pottery, weaving, jewelry, carved crafts and more. 1360 E. Parkway. Gatlinburg. 865-412-1012
159 locals recommend
Great Smoky Arts and Crafts Community
668 Glades RoadDrive the famous Arts and Crafts loop road in Gatlinburg. Visit the shops of local craftspeople selling pottery, weaving, jewelry, carved crafts and more. 1360 E. Parkway. Gatlinburg. 865-412-1012
Dollywood! America's most down-home theme park.
2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37862, USA
Dollywood! America's most down-home theme park.