Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Maggie Valley

"Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, standing at 6,643 feet. The best spot to take in the sights is from the observation tower, which offers 360-degree views of the Smoky Mountains and beyond. The half-mile walk to the top of the tower is well worth it!"

"The highest point in the Smoky Mountains provides some of the best views you will ever see…period. Once you travel the 7 miles up Clingman’s Dome Road, the views become amazing. There’s a steep walkway up to the observation tower about half a mile from the parking lot."

"At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. That’s why it’s no secret that the Clingmans Dome Observation Tower offers the best views of the mountains!. On clear days, views can expand over 100 miles."

"At the 25-foot-high Grotto Falls, you can enjoy the unique experience of walking behind the falls, which can be a welcome refreshment on hot, humid summer days. The trail leading to the falls is beautiful as well, as it passes through old-growth forests and ecosystems and gives visitors opportunities to see animals such as black bears, elk and deer. To access the falls coming from Gatlinburg on the parkway, turn onto the Historic Natural Trail at traffic light #8, which will lead to Great Smoky Mountains National Park."

"Grotto Falls is a terrific hiking trail for seeing wildflowers and a truly unique waterfall. In fact, the Trillium Gap Trail passes underneath the falls – a great way to cool off in the heat of summer. If you have enough time, this hiking trail also continues to the summit of Mt. LeConte."

"Grotto Falls is one of the more unique waterfall hikes in the Smoky Mountains. The trail starts out on Trillium Gap Trail, and with a roundtrip of 2.6 miles, it is considered moderate. To get to the waterfall, you’ll have to cross some small streams."

"Hikers will reach Indian Creek Falls via the Deep Creek Trail, which was one of the first trails constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the early 1930s. In addition to visiting the 45-foot waterfall, hikers will also pass by the 80-foot Toms Branch Falls along the way. This is another great hike for early spring wildflowers."

"A quintessential Appalachian waterfall, Hen Wallow spans 90 vertical feet and spills silvery currents of water over ink-dark slabs of rock. Mosses cover the nearby cliffs, and salamanders swim in the pool below the falls. (30 salamander species..."

"Hen Wallow Creek, only two feet wide at the top of the falls, fans out to 20 feet at the base. The waterfall is 90 feet high, ranking it among the tallest in the National Park.5"

"Sevierville City Park has a number of amenities for families of every variety, including basketball courts, picnic shelters, and walking trails. Of course, these are all in addition to the indoor and outdoor pools. Spend a few hours on the playground or squeeze in a match on the tennis courts before cooling off under the surface."

"A primitive cabin sits hidden among the woodlands just outside the majestic park is known as Chapel in the Glen, the perfect venue for couples who like a rustic feel with its simple wood benches and rock-wall alter. In addition to the chapel, couples also have the choice of holding their ceremony in the garden gazebo area. Both venues are included in the wedding package choices which range from the very simple to the quite elaborate."

"The Chapel in the Glen is the sister chapel to Chapel in the Glades. It’s a bit smaller and a bit older than Chapel in the Glades, but some would argue offers better views due to its elevation. The Chapel in the Glen at the time of this writing has over 75 reviews on Google with an overall rating of 4.2 stars."

"In a gazebo at a secluded garden retreat, with a canopy of trees over a shimmering pond and waterfall. Book a wedding at the Chapel in the Glen to avail this stunning setting for an outdoor wedding. They have dressing rooms for the bride and groom."

"Edible cookie dough has exploded in popularity over the last couple of years, and with places such as Knox Dough offering up delectable bites of chocolatey goodness, it’s easy to see why. Another somewhat new innovation in the world of sweets?. Rolled ice cream, which is also on the menu at Knox Dough."

"Location:432 Parkway, Gatlinburg As far as pancake houses in Gatlinburg go, this one gets rave reviews from locals and visitors alike!. Featured in “Taste of Home Magazine” and “Food Network,” Atrium Pancakes is known worldwide for their specialty pancakes. There are over 25 varieties to choose from but my favorite is the Baked Apple Pancake."

"While all of Atrium’s hotcakes are delicious, one of its pancakes has developed a cult following: the Baked Apple Pancake. Prepared in an oven, rather than over a griddle, this mouthwatering pancake is filled with freshly sliced apples and brown sugar. The Baked Apple Pancake was even featured in Taste of Home magazine!"

"Atrium Pancakes is another popular place to go for breakfast in Gatlinburg. They have buttermilk pancakes with homemade maple syrup. If you want something with fruit, try the banana and coconut pancakes or blackberry pancakes."