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Dec202016

Winter Events in the Smokies

Activities in the SmokiesBy SmokyMtnRiverRatDecember 20, 2016

Happy first day of winter! What better way to kick off the winter season than a chilly, overcast day. With the weekend approaching, and holiday vacation time looming, why not take a trip down to Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park? Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge do a tremendous amount of winter events each…

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Dec202016

Snow Tubing in Gatlinburg

Planning your tripBy SmokyMtnRiverRatDecember 20, 2016

Winter is officially upon us, and the cold winter temperatures have people bundling up and turning on their space heaters. While we would bet that you would love to be out on the Pigeon River doing some tubing (we sure do too), there is another way that you can get out and tube this winter!…

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Dec72016

Best Beginner Whitewater Rafting Rivers In & Near Tennessee

Planning your trip, White Water RaftingBy SmokyMtnRiverRatDecember 7, 2016

There are plenty of great whitewater rafting destinations in Tennessee and North Carolina — in fact, here are the best 50 rivers in the Southeast. However, we wanted to highlight some of our favorite spots right here in Tennessee (or places so close that they’re nearly Tennessee) that are great for those who are new…

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Dec52016

How to Help Gatlinburg: Visit, Giving, and Volunteer

Planning your tripBy SmokyMtnRiverRatDecember 5, 2016

On November 28th, 2016 a small fire that originated in the Chimney Tops of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park sprung out of control when the humidity dropped and wind speeds increased — at one point possibly reaching 87 m.p.h. in certain locations. These wind speeds, extremely dry conditions, and downed power lines throwing sparks…

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Nov302016

December 2016 Events in the Smokies

Activities in the SmokiesBy SmokyMtnRiverRatNovember 30, 2016

Old man winter has officially made his way to East Tennessee. Nighttime temperatures have reached below freezing, the beautiful fall leaves are falling from the trees, and people are generally sticking to the warmer indoor temperatures. But don’t let that keep you from visiting Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the Smoky Mountains this December! There are…

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Nov202016

100 Years of National Parks

Planning your tripBy SmokyMtnRiverRatNovember 20, 2016

In August 2016, the U.S. National Park Service celebrated 100 years of service. There are 58 national parks in the United States, including our very own Great Smoky Mountains National Park — which also happens to be the most visited park in the nation! Today, we’re looking back on the rich history of the national…

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Oct202016

November Activities in the Smokies

Activities in the SmokiesBy SmokyMtnRiverRatOctober 20, 2016

While the Smoky Mountains are a prime destination for outdoor activities during the warmer months, there is no shortage of fun happenings in the winter. In November, the region turns into a winter wonderland and haven for holiday-themed activities and events. From couples looking for a romantic getaway, to families who want fun activities for…

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Sep272016

A Brief History of Townsend, Tennessee

Planning your tripBy SmokyMtnRiverRatSeptember 27, 2016

Home to Smoky Mountain River Rat, Townsend is a small city that lies in the shadow of the Great Smoky Mountains. Known for being one of three gateways into Great Smoky Mountain National Park — the other two being Gatlinburg, TN, and Cherokee, NC — Townsend is home to 448 people, and has a rich…

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Sep202016

3 Hikes to Try in the Smokies This Fall

Activities in the SmokiesBy SmokyMtnRiverRatSeptember 20, 2016

With the stunning mountain views and incredible wildlife, one of the most popular outdoor activities in the Smoky Mountains is hiking — and the changing leaves of September and October make fall the perfect season to go. There are around 80 different scenic trails in the Smoky Mountains, but here are three of our favorite…

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Sep52016

Why You Should Tube with River Rat

TubingBy SmokyMtnRiverRatSeptember 5, 2016

While the 2016 tubing season may officially be over, it’s never too early to start planning your next vacation to the Smokies. When you make your next spring or summer trip down to Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge, we think you should highly consider a river tubing adventure on the Little River! Tubing in the Smokies…

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