Pigeon Forge vacation rentals

Find a quality cabin to rent in Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge is one of the most popular destinations around Townsend and in all of Tennessee. Townsend cabins near Pigeon Forge can put you and your whole family near virtually endless attractions that everyone can enjoy. The most iconic destination is the Dollywood theme park and its accompanying water park that's perfect for summer travelers, but that's just the beginning. You'll also find numerous shops and restaurants around town in addition to arcades and go-kart tracks. There are also numerous performing arts centers like the Comedy Barn Theater, where you can enjoy Southern food and hilarious acts that are sure to entertain.

Historic sites near Pigeon Forge vacation homes

History buffs will love the heritage sites and specialty museums in Pigeon Forge. Vacation rentals are available near fascinating locations like the Titanic Museum Attraction, a Titanic-themed museum with relics and exhibits from the famed vessel, and the Alcatraz East Crime Museum, a museum with exhibits on American crimes from the Old West to modern day. You may also like Patriot Park, a riverside park with walking trails among monuments to military veterans.

Tourist attractions near Pigeon Forge vacation homes

Despite its small-town feel, there's plenty going on around your Pigeon Forge vacation rental. You can check out the rides and adjacent water park at Dollywood, an Appalachian-themed amusement park founded by country singer and area native Dolly Parton. At another of the singer's properties, the Dixie Stampede dinner theater, you can find live entertainment and real down-home dining, together at last. Looking for even more country music? Then head to the Smoky Mountain Opry, where you'll find high-concept—and high-energy—performances that are a hit with visitors of all ages.

Things to do near Pigeon Forge vacation rentals

Just a few minutes' drive down Highway 441—known locally as just "The Parkway"—the Great Smoky Mountains National Park boasts more than half a million acres of preserved wilderness. Straddling the Smokies and the Blue Ridge Mountains, the park features wooded mountain slopes, plenty of campsites, and hundreds of miles of hiking trails, including 70 miles of the famed Appalachian Trail. And once you've had your fill of majestic natural splendor, you can find plenty of shops and eateries back in town.

Climate for your stay in Pigeon Forge vacation homes

Thanks to its humid subtropical climate, Pigeon Forge has hot summers, cold winters, and cool, crisp intermediate seasons, with plenty of precipitation all year round. Summer highs average around 85ºF in July and August, while winter temperatures range from the upper 20s to the low 50s between December and February. High temps in the spring and fall tend to fall in the low-to-mid 70s. Since it's a popular summer vacation destination for families with school-age kids, you'll find that prices for Pigeon Forge vacation rentals tend to be lower during the slower, chillier winter months.

Running up those hills in scenic Pigeon Forge

Nestled amid foothills just a few miles from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pigeon Forge is a nature lover's paradise. In the park, you'll find more than 522,000 acres of scenic natural beauty, with plenty of old-growth forests and a number of mountain peaks that climb past the 6,000-foot mark. It's also home to numerous species of wildlife, including otters, bobcats, foxes, and beavers, as well as a sizeable population of black bears. There are a number of rivers and streams in the area, too, and fishing, canoeing, and kayaking are also popular.

How to get to and around Pigeon Forge

The nearest airport is in McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS), located 23.9 mi (38.5 km) from the city center.

Family activities near Pigeon Forge vacation homes

Pigeon Forge is the ideal destination for a family trip. Vacation homes can be found near places like the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show, a family-friendly theater with a farcical music revue, and the Hollywood Wax Museum, a museum filled with wax figures of film and television stars. Kids will also enjoy WonderWorks Pigeon Forge, an activity center with laser tag, ropes courses, a 6-D motion ride, and interactive science displays.