Hosea's Guidebook
Activities
Must visit! Daytime only, nighttime is not worth it
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Gatlinburg SkyLift Park
765 ParkwayMust visit! Daytime only, nighttime is not worth it
Could spend all day here, it’s basically it’s own theme park, great for families and kids, Rail Runner is an amazing mountain coaster and Cliff Top restaurant is also located here
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Anakeesta
576 ParkwayCould spend all day here, it’s basically it’s own theme park, great for families and kids, Rail Runner is an amazing mountain coaster and Cliff Top restaurant is also located here
Great place for Halloween. Best haunted house I’ve ever been to!
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Mysterious Mansion
424 River RdGreat place for Halloween. Best haunted house I’ve ever been to!
Fun for all ages but only recommended if you actually like roller coasters
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Rowdy Bear Mountain Coaster
386 ParkwayFun for all ages but only recommended if you actually like roller coasters
You can purchase a bundle pass for all the Ripley’s attractions online and it’s much cheaper that way, great for families
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Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies
88 River RdYou can purchase a bundle pass for all the Ripley’s attractions online and it’s much cheaper that way, great for families
Sightseeing
Easy 2.6 mile round trip hike. Hike to the bottom tier to avoid the crowds
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Laurel Falls Trailhead
Old State Highway 73 ScenicEasy 2.6 mile round trip hike. Hike to the bottom tier to avoid the crowds
Cataract Falls
Cove Mountain TrailBeautiful trail, less crowded than the major trails
Very scenic drive and filled with history. Arrive early to beat traffic. Could take as long as 3 hours
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Cades Cove
Very scenic drive and filled with history. Arrive early to beat traffic. Could take as long as 3 hours
Best place to see the sunset, takes awhile to get there but it’s worth it if you have the time. 360 view of the entire national park
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Clingmans Dome
Best place to see the sunset, takes awhile to get there but it’s worth it if you have the time. 360 view of the entire national park
Food scene
Unbelievable spot to eat but usually booked and 1-2 hour wait times. Get there early and plan other activities around Anakeesta while you wait
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Anakeesta Cliff Top Bar & Grill
576 ParkwayUnbelievable spot to eat but usually booked and 1-2 hour wait times. Get there early and plan other activities around Anakeesta while you wait
Three Jimmy's Good Time Eatery
1359 East ParkwayOff the beaten path, local favorite!
Red Oak Bistro
669 Glades RdGreat date night spot and close to the cabin
Cheese Cupboard & Hofbrauhaus
634 ParkwayAnother off the beaten path restaurant, great sandwiches!
Trish's Mountain Diner
3614 East PkwyGreat restaurant that is really close to the cabin
Food + Activity
Sugarland Cellars
1133 ParkwayWine tasting!
Old Forge Distillery
170 Old Mill AveTouristy but a great experience
Great deals on moonshine tasting and live music at night!
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Ole Smoky Moonshine
903 ParkwayGreat deals on moonshine tasting and live music at night!