Pigeon Forge is a year-round travel destination. Winter is especially magical in Pigeon Forge, with the cooler temperatures, crisp air, and light snows serving as the perfect backdrop for not-to-be-missed activities. After you rent your cabin accommodations, start planning an itinerary of wintertime fun.

Fun Things to Do in Pigeon Forge This Winter

1. Smoky Mountain Winterfest

From early November to February, Pigeon Forge will be decked out for the holidays. Among the many activities planned are light displays, holiday shows, fireworks presentations, trolley rides, and visits from Santa Claus. You can take a self-guided tour of the city and soak in the grandeur. Visit the Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism website for more information.

2. Winter Hikes in the Smokies

One of the many benefits of a Pigeon Forge vacation is the city's position in the heart of the Great Smokies. Take in the majesty of mountains hiking through the forested terrain. There are trails to accommodate all ability and activity levels.

The Laurel Falls Trail, with a 75-foot waterfall, is a particularly beautiful moderate path. Locate the trailhead off Little River Road at the Fighting Creek Gap parking lot, about four miles past the Sugarlands Visitor Center. Dress warm, wear waterproof boots, and fill a thermos with hot chocolate before leaving your cabin. Take along some water and snacks for the trek, too. Find all the details you need by visiting the National Park Service website.

3. Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood

Few things are more quintessentially Pigeon Forge than Dollywood, Dolly Parton's namesake theme park celebrates all things country. From November 9 to January 4, the park's Smoky Mountain Christmas celebration will entertain visitors with millions of lights, holiday shows, parades, inspirational wonders, and much more, with a towering 50-foot-tall Christmas tree at the center of it all. Visit the Dollywood website for more information.

When you need to rent a cabin in the Pigeon Forge area, American Patriot Getaways has selections to suit any budget and taste. From one-room bungalows to 13-room family cabins, their lodgings are the ideal spot for your home base while visiting Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg this winter. They’re dedicated to ensuring you have an unforgettable vacation experience. Call (800) 204-5169 or visit their website to learn more about available rentals.