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Articles and News about Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains

Fall in Gatlinburg 2026: Leaves, Halloween Fun and SkyPark Views from the Historic Gatlinburg Inn

Every fall, somebody checks in at the front desk, sets down their bag, and says some version of the same thing: "I forgot how pretty it is here this time of year." We never get tired of hearing it. The Historic Gatlinburg Inn has...

Three Burgers in Three Days: My GatlinBURGER Week Adventure

For one week each year, restaurants across Gatlinburg create special burgers for GatlinBURGER Week. These are not always ordinary cheeseburgers. Some restaurants pile on everything from bacon and barbecue to pierogies, mashed potatoes, sausage and fried eggs. Visitors...

The Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival Returns to the Historic Gatlinburg Inn

The Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival is almost here! On August 21 and 22, some of Nashville’s best songwriters will gather right here at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn for two days of live music, hit songs, and the stories behind them. The songwriting seminar and...
A Walk Through a Smoky Mountain Controlled Burn

A Walk Through a Smoky Mountain Controlled Burn

A controlled burn is the act of purposely setting fire to a portion of a forest in order to improve its health. It seems counter-intuitive to burn something down to make it healthier, but it is a proven method for ridding forests of debris, reduce insect populations...

Gatlinburg Brewing Company – Restaurant Review

Gatlinburg Brewing Company – Restaurant Review

Right at the intersection in Gatlinburg where Parkway splits off toward East Parkway sits one of Gatlinburg's hidden gems for dining and drink - the Gatlinburg Brewing Company. This odd little round-shaped building is a great place to grab a beer or chow down on some...

Meet Room 384, a Spacious Third Floor Getaway

Meet Room 384, a Spacious Third Floor Getaway

Every room at the Historic Gatlinburg Inn is unique, a function of this being a historic hotel that has been added to over the years, with an emphasis on never losing its' authenticity. This is the last of Gatlinburg's original hotels, and it is our intention to...

New Eateries Coming Soon to Gatlinburg

New Eateries Coming Soon to Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg is booming, even despite the difficulties over the last year caused by the pandemic. In fact, Gatlinburg was recently labeled as the number one top trending destination in the U.S. according to Trip Advisor. With the success of the area, it is no surprise...