Ditch the concrete jungle for magnificent landscapes at Greenbrier Picnic Area. Whether you're in the mood to get active on the walking trails or simply kick back with a picnic, this is the spot to get your nature fix.

This protected natural landscape is located in Gatlinburg, a destination that has so much going for it! Mount LeConte, Little Pigeon River, and Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail are other interesting sightseeing opportunities not far away when you've had your fill of Greenbrier Picnic Area.

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Mainstay Suites Knoxville - Cedar Bluff

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Knoxville at Cedar Bluff, TN

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The room overall was clean, but the shower had not been cleaned. As in there were hair and soap scum buildup. The area for the indoor pool they had the outside doors propped open, so it was so cold in there you couldn’t swim.

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Greenbrier Cove

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Greenbrier Cove during your travels in Gatlinburg. Wander around the area's the natural setting or experience its entertainment choices.

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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.

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.

On the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains NP. Follow the Motor Nature trail to a small lot just before the Alex Cole cabin. This is where the road passes over Baskins Creek. This trail is known as both the Baskins Creek Trail and the Graveyard Ridge Trail. The graveyard is only a few hundred yards from the parking area. The falls on the other hand is about 1.6 miles on a moderate trail. Be careful!! The last time I hiked it there was NO sign marking where to turn left and cross the stream to get to the falls. You can also continue on the Baskins Creek Trail past the turnoff to the falls and wind up back at the Motor Nature trail, near the Rainbow Falls parking area. This entire route is about 2 1/2 miles, but note that the portion past the falls turnoff going to Rainbow Falls is more strenuous than the first part. ALSO: note that this is a one-way road and you will need someone to drive your car back around the Nature Trail to meet you back at the Rainbow Falls parking area.

Baskins Creek Falls

Enjoy the mountain views and explore Baskins Creek Falls, a lovely green space in Gatlinburg. Wander the riverfront or discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.