Roaring Fork Smoky Mountains Tour

Pigeon Forge to Smoky Mountains

 

• Panoramic Vistas: Capture sweeping views of the Smokies from high mountain outlooks
• Captivating Forest: De-stress under the lush forest canopy, traveling alongside rushing streams
• Historical Frontier: See historic log cabins and mills from the early pioneer days
• Expertly Guided: Local guides are passionate about mountain folklore, nature and wildlife
• Scenic Drive: Experience the winding, scenic loop from the comfort of a custom-built Jeep
• Exclusive 4x4 Adventure: Trek across a private, off-road trail accessible only to Pink Jeep Tours
• Curated Itinerary: Expertly planned to capture the very best of the Roaring Fork

 

Tour Details

Traveling the Smoky Mountains’ Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is one of the best things to do in Gatlinburg! Your adventure begins when you climb aboard our custom, open-air Pink Jeep® Wrangler in Pigeon Forge, TN. From here, you’ll go where the tour buses can’t — and end with a thrilling, 4x4 off-road adventure!

A CAPTIVATING DRIVE
Your Certified Adventure Guide will bring mountain folklore to life as you pass through the charming town of Gatlinburg and roll into the western hills of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 

Ahead, lay the narrow Roaring Fork Nature Trail. It meanders through a lush woodland and showcases both beauty and history of the Great Smoky Mountains. Rolling along the scenic loop, the ride in our comfortable, custom Jeep ignites the senses!

STRIKING PERSPECTIVES
With your camera in hand and your guide manning wheel, you can relax under the canopy of trees and soak up the sights and sounds of the Great Smoky Mountains. You’re headed on an intimate journey through thick forest and into the days of early pioneers.

Along the way, you’ll want to keep an eye out for wildlife as you learn about the hardwood forest in the Smoky Mountains. The narrow-paved path climbs through oak, magnolia, maple and tulip trees to the pinnacle, where mountain overlooks offer striking views. As your Jeep descends the winding road, the stream builds and begins to roar. Soon, cliff-hugging waterfalls and rolling waters offer unspoiled stops for remarkable photo opportunities.

PIONEERING FRONTIER
The Roaring Fork Motor Trail is dotted with historic homesteads, well-preserved log cabins, grist mills and other structures of the 1800s. As you pass the Noah “Bud” Ogle Place, you’ll hear tales of the Ogle family, some of the first settlers to the Great Smoky Mountains.

Enjoy a guided, interpretive walk at the Alfred Reagan Place and Tub Mill. Mr. Reagan was a jack of all trades — farmer, carpenter, blacksmith, general store owner and gristmill owner — who embodied pioneer ingenuity. Famous for its turquoise-colored doors, the colorful Reagan House is the only historic home on the Roaring Fork Trail that has been painted.

OFF-ROAD EXCLUSIVE
From the Roaring Fork's scenic drive, it’s one last pass through Gatlinburg towards a thrilling, off-road experience on private land. You'll be holding on tight as your guide expertly navigates natural terrain and man-made ascents across a rugged, 4x4 adventure.

You'll go home from your Smoky Mountains vacation with memories to last a lifetime!

Know Before You Go

• Children under 2 are not permitted on this tour
• Tour stops include walking on rocky, uneven terrain
• Guests with limited mobility can choose to stay in the vehicle at stops
• Pregnant guests cannot take the 4x4 portion of tour; can wait at a covered pavilion

 

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