Plan Your Perfect Great Smoky Mountains Experience
From where to stay to what trails to hike, we’ve done the legwork so you can focus on the adventure.
Not Sure Where to Start? We’ve Got You.
The Smokies offer over 800 miles of trails, endless hidden gems, and constantly changing conditions. Our custom trip planning and backpacking consultations take the guesswork out of your adventure—so you spend less time researching and more time exploring.
Consultations begin at $200 for up to 4 hours of labor. Permits, shuttle costs, food and fuel purchases, gear rentals are at an additional cost.
- Personalized itineraries based on your goals
- Trail recommendations matched to your ability
- Gear guidance + packing support
- Seasonal insights (weather, crowds, conditions)
Stay Somewhere Worth Remembering
We’ve partnered with a select group of local cabins, lodges, and accommodations that match the spirit of the Smokies—comfortable, authentic, and close to the action.
The Park Vista – a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel offers spectacular views of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and downtown Gatlinburg. Every guestroom features a private balcony, and the hotel is conveniently located on the city trolley route—just minutes from shops, restaurants, and attractions.
All 300 guestrooms include king-size beds, a refrigerator, in-room safe, and high-speed Wi-Fi. One-bedroom and family suites with bunk beds are also available—perfect for groups and families.
Enjoy drinks and appetizers at Firefly’s Patio Lounge, complete with an outdoor firepit and views of Mount LeConte. For dining, Vista Grill serves freshly prepared Southern-inspired breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with indoor, seasonal outdoor, and in-room dining options.
Guests can unwind at the multi-level indoor pool and mini waterpark or stay active in the fitness center. Grab snacks at Salamander Cove, or stop by Yona’s Café Coffee Cart in the lobby for pastries, quick bites, and specialty coffee.
With over 25,000 square feet of flexible event space—including an executive boardroom, outdoor lawns, and a pavilion—the hotel is ideal for meetings, conventions, and special events. No matter the occasion, guests are welcomed with a signature warm DoubleTree cookie and genuine Southern hospitality.
Check out our newest addition to the A Walk in the Woods family, The Farm at Stillwater Sanctuary! We have big plans for our new 162 acre farm. The Farm at Stillwater Sanctuary is listed with a nature conservancy and the majority of it’s acreage will remain a natural habitat for wildlife and native plants.
The Appy Lodge offers amazing accommodations in an unbeatable location! When you stay at our Gatlinburg hotel, you’ll be just steps away from the best attractions and entertainment in the Smoky Mountains.
Under Canvas Great Smoky Mountains is set upon 182 acres of lush, wooded terrain near the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Under Canvas’ unique glamping accommodations offer an unparalleled outdoor experience in “The Land of Blue Smoke.”
Blue skies and Wi-Fi? Breakfast and a pool? This is not your dad’s old-school campground. Unleash your adventurous spirit in the morning and enjoy actual spirit spirits in the afternoon, like cocktails and craft beer by the fire.
Real-Time Trail & Weather Info
Give Back to the Mountains You Love
The Great Smoky Mountains are one of the most biodiverse places in North America—and they need our help to stay that way. Consider supporting the organizations that protect these landscapes for future generations.
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