This is what makes The Great Smoky Mountain National Park the most visited National Park in the country. Spring in the Smokies is probably best known for the beautiful blooming of the dogwoods, azaleas, wisteria, redbuds, and wildflowers. Also, the early mornings in the National Park is an ideal time hear the gobbling of the wild turkeys and to watch their courtship rituals. This is also the time of the year to see the black bears emerge from hibernation with their cubs. In the spring you will be able to watch the Smokies wake up from a long winters sleep and come alive with all of the sights, sounds, and smells of spring.
Summer is when the outdoor activities are going full blast.
And, there are plenty of outdoor activities to choose from. Between Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the National Park you will find outstanding trout fishing, golfing, white-water rafting, canoeing, hiking, and mountain climbing. And for those of you that aren't quite that adventurous, there is miniature golf, go carts, bumper boats, lazer tag, country music shows, and, of course, Dollywood. Don't forget, there's always the outlet stores, arts and crafts shops, and sight seeing. Fall is definitely the most beautiful time of the year in the Smokies, especially the last half of October.