Admire the rushing waters of Rainbow Falls. It's even more spectacular after heavy rains!

This Gatlinburg cascade of water is an interesting spot to start your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to explore nearby, including Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park. Take your time at Rainbow Falls before hitting up these other fine sights.

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Sunrise Ridge Resort

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The room had an odd smell to it and there was a stain on bedding and the sofa bed.

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Laurel Point Resort

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Knoxville Papermill

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Tours & day trips

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Foxfire Mountain: Hiking & Swinging Bridge Family Adventure

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Private & custom tours

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Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

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Attractions

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Moonshine Mountain Coaster Ride

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Pigeon Forge: Sights of the Smokies Guided Tour

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Popular places to visit

I found this growing under some ferns at the base of a rock on the trail to Rainbow Falls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This is an “ off the beaten path” section of the park accessed from the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. I’d love to know what it is if anyone has an idea! #Nature

Roaring Fork

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Roaring Fork during your travels in Gatlinburg. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring tranquil scenes, a house and forest scenes

Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail

Drive along this woodland loop for a range of walking trails, waterfalls and historic structures of an old mountain hamlet.

Mount LeConte

Explore the great outdoors at Mount LeConte and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Gatlinburg. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or seek out the hiking trails.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park which includes a river or creek and forest scenes

Chimney Tops

Make the popular and challenging hike up this mountain peak via the picturesque trail that meanders past streams and pretty flowers.

Noah Ogle Place

Take the family on an outing to Noah Ogle Place during your trip to Gatlinburg. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Alum Cave Trail

Enjoy a trip to Alum Cave Trail and popular activities like hiking in Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.