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Top 4 Places in Pigeon Forge to See the Fall Foliage of the Smoky Mountains

Maybe you visit the Smoky Mountains every year during the fall season, or maybe you’re planning your first visit to the area. No matter what it may be, the fall colors are on the way and you don’t want to miss them.

When you stay at Cherokee Lodge Condos in Pigeon Forge, there’s plenty of places for you to see the colors of the Smoky Mountains. We wanted to go ahead and give you some of the best places to see the colors,so you can go ahead and start planning your stay.

(See Related: Top 4 Reasons to Stay at Cherokee Lodge Condos for Your Pigeon Forge Group Vacation)

The Great Smoky Mountain WheelAutumn field in the Smoky Mountains

Only a couple of minutes down the road from Cherokee Lodge Condos, guests can visit The Island in Pigeon Forge. There, they will find the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, a wonderful place to see the fall colors while you’re on vacation. The modern-day ferris wheel has air conditioned gondolas and takes guests into the sky, so they can see the beauty of the Pigeon Forge Parkway in the fall.

When you ride the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, the entire family will be able to sit together and experience the attraction as well as the great colors in the distance. After seeing the fall colors from the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, you can take a walk around The Island, stop for lunch or dinner and enjoy the shopping. Also at The Island in Pigeon Forge, you will find the super popular Island Show Fountains that send water soaring into the air, synchronized to music.

To learn more about The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, take a look at their website by following this link: https://islandinpigeonforge.com/poi/the-great-smoky-mountain-wheel/


Fall leaves on the ground of the Great Smoky Mountains National ParkHorseback Riding and Zip Lining in Pigeon Forge

Near Cherokee Lodge Condos, Adventure Park at Five Oaks offers a couple of great adventures for those who want to see the fall colors. At Adventure Park at Five Oaks, guests can take a horseback ride through the colorful mountains, or go ziplining high above the trees.

Whichever you may choose, they will both give you a great view of the colorful fall foliage of the Smoky Mountains, from different angles. If you want to see the fall colors from the group and sky, take a day to do both!

Everyone is welcome to visit Adventure Park at Five Oaks, but it is recommended that you make reservations to guarantee your spot on the horseback riding or zipline tour.

Learn more about Adventure Park Ziplines here: https://www.adventureparkatfiveoaks.com/zipline-tours/

Find out more information about Five Oaks Riding Stables here: https://www.adventureparkatfiveoaks.com/horseback-rides/

DollywoodFall trees in the Smoky Mountains

You’re visiting the Smoky Mountains, so it’s almost understood that you’re probably going to spend a day at Dollywood. The fall season is a great time to visit Dollywood as there are many festivals at the park, as well as fall decorations throughout the park. There will be large displays that showcase the colors of fall in the Smoky Mountains.

When you ride some of the roller coaster rides, you will be able to catch a great glimpse of the Smoky Mountains, and if you aren’t a fan of riding coasters, you can experience the fall from many of the open areas in the park. Dollywood is surrounded by the Great Smoky Mountains, so no matter where you are, you can’t miss the beautiful colors.

Read more about the fall festivals at Dollywood by clicking this link: https://www.dollywood.com/

View of the Smoky Mountains in the fallCherokee Lodge Condos

Of course, the absolute best views of the fall foliage of the Smoky Mountains can be found at Cherokee Lodge Condos! We want you to be able to relax and enjoy the colors of fall while you stay with us. Our condos feature private balconies, so you can really step out into the mountains and see the beautiful colors of the Smokies.

Whether morning, noon or night, you can step outside and take in the fresh mountain air, great for anyone who likes to have a cup of coffee on the deck, but doesn’t want to miss out on the great view of the Smoky Mountains.

For the best deal for your stay, take a look at our Pigeon Forge condo specials and start planning your trip to the Smoky Mountains today. We don’t want you to miss the fall foliage of the Smoky Mountains, so make sure to get started planning right away and contact us with any questions you may have. We look forward to having you in Pigeon Forge!