Smoky Mountain Area

One of the most popular trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the Metcalf Bottoms Trail, an easy 1.5 mile round trip hike that is fun for all ages! Despite the relatively short trail, it is packed with beautiful scenery, natural wonders, fascinating history and more! The best part is that you’ll find the trailhead within a short drive of our Smoky Mountain cabin rentals! Here are the top 4 reasons why you’ll want to hike the Metcalf Bottoms Trail:

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.