7 days in Williamstown & Pigeon Forge Itinerary

Williamstown is a home-rule-class city in Grant and Pendleton counties in the U.S. Ark Encounter has been added to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 15th (Sat): take an in-depth tour of William Arnold Log House. Here are some ideas for day two: admire the majestic nature at Big Bone Lick State Historic Site and then see the interesting displays at Ark Encounter.

Before you visit Williamstown, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Elyria to Williamstown is an approximately 4.5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of car and flight. August in Williamstown sees daily highs of 84°F and lows of 65°F at night. On the 17th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Pigeon Forge.

A tiny town with big tourist appeal, Pigeon Forge bills itself as the "Center of Fun in the Smokies." Just a short drive from the national park protecting the diverse plant and animal life of the Great Smoky Mountains, the town features numerous places to visit, such as bars, restaurants, cafes, theaters, and shops.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Laurel Falls, The Sinks, and other attractions you added. Kids will appreciate attractions like Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area. There's still lots to do: examine the collection at Titanic Museum Attraction, make a splash at Outdoor Gravity Park, catch some excitement at Rocky Top Mountain Coaster, and find something for the whole family at Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster.

To find reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Pigeon Forge route builder app.

Drive from Williamstown to Pigeon Forge in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of taxi, bus, and car. In August in Pigeon Forge, expect temperatures between 87°F during the day and 68°F at night. You'll set off for home on the 21st (Fri).