Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA

The Great Outdoors

Nestled up against the Great Smoky Mountains of eastern Tennessee, Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA is ideally situated close to some of the region’s most spectacular parks and vantage points. Seven Islands State Birding Park on the French Broad River is just one of many places you can visit to reconnect with nature. Photograph or observe countless species of birds in their natural habitat, or hike through the woods for some contemplative nature time. Canoeing, kayaking, and fishing are a great deal of fun too when you bring your RV rental for a day trip to this state-run sanctuary.Another place worth checking out is Panther Creek State Park, found on the edges of the Cherokee Reservoir. Spellbinding beaches and peaceful swimming areas line the wide-open lake, so splashing around in the water is a fabulous way to pass the time and beat the heat. Hiking through the woods, biking, or horseback riding are all fun ways to see the park in all its glory, and camping out is encouraged too.Big Ridge State Park is known for its sublime views of Big Ridge Lake and its ancient rock formations. These stunning geological features can be traced back several hundred million years when an inland sea covered the area. Lots of scattered archaeological sites can be seen while hiking or biking through the lush forest, so put on your exploring boots and hit the trails.The most popular park in the country can be found less than 20 minutes' drive from Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA. Great Smoky Mountains National Park brings in over eleven million people each year, eclipsing popular parks like Yosemite National Park and the Grand Canyon in terms of visitors. Heavenly vantage points overlook the sprawling forests below, and camping here is possible, though you'll be within easy driving distance of the comforts of your RV rental at Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA.

Exploring the City

When you rent an RV near Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg KOA, you are within a few minutes’ drive of both Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, two famous destinations heralded for their attractions. Gatlinburg has shops, museums, restaurants, bars, and distilleries where you can sample whiskey made from centuries-old recipes handed down generation after generation. The Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park & Ski Area is one of many entertaining places you can bring your family when you want to head into town. Pools, splash pads, amusement park rides, water slides, and other fun features keep people of all ages occupied and satisfied. In the wintertime, you can even do a bit of skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, sledding, or snowmobiling at this resort.The Ripley’s Believe it or Not! Gatlinburg museum showcases bizarre and fascinating people, objects, and phenomena. The iconic building is truly unique, adorned with strange decorations and creatures. Inside, you can tour a funhouse, observe crystal formations, see shrunken heads from faraway lands, or stroll through the aquarium to see some rare ocean critters.Over in Pigeon Forge, you can visit the Dollywood theme park, a world-famous amusement park owned by country music legend Dolly Parton. This vast complex is home to a water park, roller coasters, a resort, a spa, and the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame, among other things. You can always catch some enchanting performances by Dolly and her famous friends when you bring your motorhome rental to visit Dollywood.