The towering peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park form a back drop to stellar Tennessee cities in this corner of the Volunteer State. Follow this route for fun and entertainment, culminating at the foot of Tennessee’s most iconic skyline.

Sevierville

Starting Point • Entertainment, Food, Nature

Bring the kids to Sevierville, where family attractions include the Smoky Mountain Deer Farm, the subterranean Forbidden Caverns and the NASCAR Speedpark. Older guests may prefer to check out the Eagle Springs Winery or tour the Tennessee Legend Distillery, where guests can pick up authentic moonshine.

Ripplin’ Waters Campground & Cabin Rental • Sevierville, TN – (865)453-4169

River Plantation RV Resort • Sevierville, TN – (800)758-5267

Pigeon Forge

Drive 6.7 miles, 20 minutes • Entertainment, Quirky

Within view of the Great Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge is an entertainment mecca. Along the city’s famous parkway lie attractions that include the Elvis Presley Museum, full of the King’s memorabilia, and Dollywood, a theme park that mixes Dolly Parton-related ephemera and historic exhibits dedicated to rural southern life, along with plenty of rides. There’s also a replica of the ill-fated Titanic ocean liner.

King’s Holly Haven RV Park • Pigeon Forge, TN – (888)204-0247

Riveredge RV Park & Log Cabin Rentals • Pigeon Forge, TN – (866)777-6127

Gatlinburg

Drive 7.4 miles, 17 minutes • Nature, Outdoor Recreation

A main gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg is a popular destination for outdoorsy types, with lots to see and do for travelers of all ages throughout the year. It’s home to Ober Gatlinburg, the state’s only ski resort, complete with its own aerial tramway that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountain scenery in both winter and summer. Check out the Ripley Aquarium, home to exotic sea life. Get close to sea life at the Touch A Ray Bay.