Smoky Mountain Area

If you want to experience some of the best that Great Smoky Mountains National Park has to offer, don’t miss a scenic drive through Cades Cove during your vacation! This 11 mile, one way loop road features just about everything you might want to see in the park, including some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities! Here are the top 4 reasons why you’ll want to explore Cades Cove Loop Road:

When you want to celebrate an anniversary, Valentine’s Day or any other special occasion with your sweetheart, there is no better place to be than the Smoky Mountains! The Smokies are filled with fun and romantic things for couples, ranging from tempting restaurants to scenic hikes through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Here are 5 easy steps to planning the perfect Smoky Mountain romantic getaway:

Do you want to see the beauty of the mountains but don’t want to get out and hike? You should take a Smoky Mountain scenic drive! You get to explore in the comfort of your car and have the option to get out and stretch your legs if you want. Plus, there are so many roads to choose from! Here are the top 5 Smoky Mountain scenic drives you should go on:

If you are planning to visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park during your vacation, take advantage of the Wears Valley entrance into the park! This “secret entrance” is just a few miles away from Hearthside at the Preserve and allows you to quickly access the park without the crowds! Here are the top 4 reasons to use the Wears Valley entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park:

Do you miss the Smoky Mountains when you’re at home? Our Smoky Mountain webcam is the perfect solution! We have live footage of the Preserve Resort area on our Smoky Mountain webcam that you can view any time of day! This awesome feature allows you to see the mountains from a bird’s eye view year-round.