8 days in Gadsden & Pigeon Forge Itinerary

Gadsden is a city in and the county seat of Etowah County in the U.S. state of Alabama. Get out of town with these interesting Gadsden side-trips: Choccolocco Park (in Oxford), Anniston (Anniston Museum of Natural History & Berman Museum) and High Falls (in Geraldine). There's lots more to do: walk around Noccalula Falls Park & Campground, don't miss a visit to Ola Lee Mize- Patroits Park, explore the activities along Neely Henry Lake, and do a tasting at Wills Creek Vineyards.

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Birmingham to Gadsden is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. In December, daytime highs in Gadsden are 57°F, while nighttime lows are 37°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) to allow time to 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.

Pack the 30th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at The Island in Pigeon Forge. There's still lots to do: get in on the family fun at Dollywood, learn about winemaking at Tennessee Homemade Wines, sample the fine beverages at Ole Smoky Tennessee Moonshine, and examine the collection at Titanic Museum Attraction.

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Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Gadsden to Pigeon Forge. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In December, daily temperatures in Pigeon Forge can reach 53°F, while at night they dip to 36°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to go by car back home.