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7 Kid-friendly Gatlinburg Winter Adventures

No need to wait for warm weather to find family fun in Gatlinburg. Kids of all ages will get a kick out of these winning winter activities. Adventures await, from slopes to trails, while skill-building classes, mind-blowing curiosities and friendly competitions can’t lose with the young at heart. Go for gold at Ober The snow-sports jewel of the South, Ober Gatlinburg is a wonderland in winter. Active kids will find plenty of powder on the slopes for skiing, snowboarding or snow tubing, and little ones’ frosty dreams will come true in the Cubbies Snow Zone. Get the whole family out on the indoor ice rink, open to skaters of all experience levels. Make a winter escape Board game lovers can bring Clue to life at Breakout Games of Gatlinburg. In partnership with Hasbro, Breakout has created the first “Clue: The Escape Room” experience, bringing the classic characters and case to life in a private room perfect for families. This is just one of many escape games available in Gatlinburg.

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Spring Wildflowers in the Smoky Mountains

With over 1600 species of flowering plants, there is certainly no shortage of opportunities to discover why Great Smoky Mountains National Park is sometimes called the “Wildflower National Park.” With the spring blooming season approaching, a weekend getaway might just be the excuse you need to see one of the world's most mesmerizing floral regions in all its full-bloom splendor. Discover everything you need to know about the Smoky Mountains most iconic and rare wildflowers coloring Gatlinburg this season, plus tips on where, when and how to spot them.
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12 Things You Can’t Miss on Your First Visit to the Great Smoky Mountains

Hello there, and welcome to Dirt In My Shoes!  Are you ready to plan an unforgettable trip to Great Smoky Mountains National Park?!  From the stunning old-growth forests and historical buildings to the gorgeous vistas that stretch for many miles, you are sure to find something that everyone in your group will LOVE. Great Smoky Mountains is a place where memories are made and talked about for years to come.   It’s a place that has been beloved by families for many generations, fostering a love for the great outdoors deep within the soul of anyone who steps foot here.  You can’t help but be drawn back to this place time and time again!
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7 Apps for Navigating the National Parks

Whether you’re an intrepid explorer or a newbie to the great outdoors, our goal is to help you find the navigational app that best suits you. We’ll look at seven apps and have included their online rating. We won’t rank them but have compiled enough information so you can compare apples to apples. As you’ll see, each has its strong suit, so we’re positive you’ll find one that works for your outdoor adventures.
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National Park Backpacking Guide

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a backpacker’s paradise! With 800-miles of trails and more than 100 designated backcountry campsites, there’s an adventure for every skill level. That’s why we created our Great Smoky Mountains National Park Backpacking Guide! You’ll discover tips, gear, and links, so you can plan a safe, adventurous, and successful trek.
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5 Hidden Gems in the Smoky Mountains

The Great Smoky Mountains are known for many things: the stunning summits, the challenging hikes, the luscious waterfalls, and the wonderful wildflowers. What about the things that it isn’t so widely known for? What about the hidden treasures, the secret views, the folktales, and the abandoned structures? Here, you’ll find that the Smoky Mountains is much more than what you thought before.
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