The Smoky Mountains has an abundance of picnic areas, including Mynatt Park in Gatlinburg and Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge. But please don't feed the bears. The unlimited supply of attractions in the mountains provide lots of fun for people of all ages. Arts and crafts fairs, festivals, and many other events are held at the convention centers in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Hundreds of shops and outlet malls can be found in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville.
Outdoor theatres provide excellent entertainment.
Fishing is permitted in the National Park and in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. The National Park has many miles of hiking trails ranging from easy to strenuous. Some trails will take less than an hour to walk while others require an all day trip. Whatever you find to do in the Smokies during the summer, you'll have an enjoyable vacation.