4 days in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge Itinerary

Family-friendly places like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Zipline will thrill your kids. Change things up with these side-trips from Gatlinburg: Hartford (Raft Outdoor Adventures & River Rafting & Tubing). Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Roaring Fork, sample the fine beverages at Sugarlands Distilling Company, and take in the dramatic scenery at Laurel Falls.

To see photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Gatlinburg trip maker website.

Dayton to Gatlinburg is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and car. When traveling from Dayton in October, plan for somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Gatlinburg: temperatures range from 74°F by day to 51°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to drive to Pigeon Forge.

On the 6th (Thu), see the interesting displays at Titanic Museum Attraction, kick your exploration up a notch at some of the top local zipline courses and adventure parks, and then find something for the whole family at Dollywood.

For other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, use the Pigeon Forge road trip tool.

Pigeon Forge is just a stone's throw from Gatlinburg. October in Pigeon Forge sees daily highs of 74°F and lows of 51°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.