Pigeon Forge
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Pigeon Forge
Family Camp!

July 26 โ€“ August 2, 2026 ยท Great Smoky Mountains, TN
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until chaos, s'mores, and raccoon encounters begin ๐Ÿ”ฅ
โ˜๏ธ Expected Weather ยท Pigeon Forge
Sat 7/26
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84ยฐF
Part. Cloudy
Sun 7/27
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87ยฐF
Mostly Sunny
Mon 7/28
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82ยฐF
PM Showers
Tue 7/29
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89ยฐF
Hot & Sunny

โš ๏ธ Mountain weather changes fast โ€” always check before hiking!

Quick Stats
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Crew size
The whole family!
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Location
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
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Duration
8 days ยท 7 nights
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Nearest park
Great Smoky Mountains NP
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Raccoon sightings
0 (so far)
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Tonight's Dinner

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๐Ÿ“… Trip Schedule

Grab any open slot! Everyone sees your update instantly. live

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Dinner Roster

Claim a night to cook for the crew. The glory is eternal. The dishes are very real.

"I'll eat anything!"

๐ŸŽข Activities!

Everything to do in and around Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg

โ˜… Must-Dos
๐ŸŽข Dollywood All Ages
Tennessee's premier theme park โ€” world-class coasters, Appalachian music, incredible food. Arrive early for Lightning Rod and Wild Eagle. Budget a full day minimum.
๐Ÿ“ 2700 Dollywood Parks Blvd ยท $89โ€“$120/person ยท Opens 9 AM
๐Ÿฅพ Great Smoky Mtns NP Free!
Most visited national park in the US โ€” no entry fee! Alum Cave Trail (4.4mi, moderate) is the classic hike. Clingmans Dome has 360ยฐ views. Black bears are real ๐Ÿป
๐Ÿ“ Sugarlands Visitor Center, Gatlinburg ยท Free entry ยท Sunrise
๐Ÿšฃ Pigeon River Rafting Get Wet!
Class IIIโ€“IV rapids โ€” perfect for families and first-timers. Nantahala Outdoor Center is the most reputable outfitter in Hartford. Pack a dry bag and a change of clothes.
๐Ÿ“ Hartford, TN ยท ~$45/person ยท 30 min from Pigeon Forge
๐ŸŒ† The Island Half Day
Giant Ferris wheel, go-karts, mini golf, arcades, and food all in one spot. Free to enter, pay per attraction. Evening fountain show is worth staying for.
๐Ÿ“ 131 The Island Dr ยท Free admission ยท Daily 10 AM
โœ“ Also Worth It
๐Ÿ™๏ธ Downtown Gatlinburg

Candy, pancake houses, escape rooms, SkyLift Park. Great evening stroll.

๐ŸŒ SkyBridge

N. America's longest pedestrian suspension bridge. Terrifying and beautiful.

โ›ต Douglas Lake

Rent a pontoon for the afternoon. Calm water, gorgeous mountain backdrop.

๐Ÿช“ Ole Smoky Distillery

Free moonshine tasting tour in Gatlinburg. Great souvenirs. 21+ to sip.

๐Ÿ•๏ธ Cades Cove Loop

11-mile scenic loop with historic homesteads and wildlife. Drive or bike.

๐ŸŸ Fly Fishing

Little Pigeon River runs through town. Guided half-day trips for beginners.

โ˜” Rainy Day Plan
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Ober Gatlinburg
Indoor skiing, ice skating, arcade
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Escape Rooms
Multiple rooms in Gatlinburg
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Cabin Movie Night
Popcorn + blankets + chaos
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Card Tournament
Spades, Uno, Phase 10
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Ripley's Aquarium
Walk-through shark tunnel!
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Tanger Outlets
100+ stores ยท 10 min away

๐Ÿงณ Packing List

Your personal checklist โ€” saved right here in this browser.

๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Family Polls

Vote on the big decisions โ€” live results for everyone! live

๐Ÿฆ Raccoon Sighting Tracker!

Spotted a raccoon? Report it here and the count on the Home screen updates for everyone in real-time!

0
Total Sightings

๐Ÿ’ฌ Family Board

Leave notes, coordinate, roast each other. Appears live for everyone. live

๐Ÿก Cabin Info

The Details
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Check-in
Sat July 26 ยท 12:00 PM Noon
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Check-out
Sat Aug 2 ยท 11:00 AM
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Bedrooms
Multiple BR ยท Plenty of room
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Amenities
Hot Tub ยท Pool Table ยท Fire Pit
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WiFi
Check the welcome binder
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Parking
Driveway + street parking
Reminders!
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No smoking indoors
Use the deck / fire pit area
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Clean before checkout
Dishes, trash, sweep โ€” all of it
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Quiet hours
10 PM โ€“ 8 AM
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Lock up when leaving
Check the door code every time
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AC setting
72ยฐF โ€” vote if you disagree
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Raccoons
Do NOT feed. They are smarter than you.

๐Ÿ“œ The Rules

Democratically established. Vigorously enforced by the raccoons.

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No phones at dinner
Phones face-down at the table. We came here to be together. Violators wash ALL the dishes.
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Everyone pitches in
Didn't cook? You clean. It rotates. No permanent passes. Yes, that means you.
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Morning person tax
First one up makes coffee. Non-negotiable. It is the highest act of family service available.
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Hot tub: 8 AM โ€“ 10 PM only
Quiet hours are real. The neighbors exist. Please shower before getting in.
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No weather complaints
It's Tennessee in July. Hot. Possibly rainy. We adapt. We have fun anyway. No exceptions.
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Leave it cleaner than you found it
Protects the deposit and our collective honor. Every. Single. Time.
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Mandatory raccoon watch
Report all sightings immediately. Photos earn bonus points. DO NOT engage or feed them.
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What happens in Pigeon Forge...
...gets posted to the family group chat. All moments, good and embarrassing, are immortal.

๐Ÿšจ Important Info

Emergency contacts and good-to-know for the whole week

Emergency
๐Ÿ“ž 911
Police, Fire, Medical
LeConte Medical Center
(865) 446-7000
Sevierville ยท 15 min away
Urgent Care
AFC Urgent Care
Walk-ins welcome ยท No appt
Poison Control
1-800-222-1222
24/7 helpline
Smoky Mtns Park Rangers
(865) 436-1230
In-park emergencies
Sevier County Sheriff
(865) 453-4668
Non-emergency line
24hr Walmart
1209 Winfield Dunn Pkwy
Sevierville ยท Open 24 hrs
Pharmacy
CVS / Walgreens
Multiple on the main strip
Good to Know
๐Ÿป Wildlife Safety
  • Black bears are common โ€” never feed them
  • Keep 50 yards from all wildlife
  • No food left in cars or on trails
  • If a bear approaches: noise + back away slowly
โ›ˆ๏ธ Mountain Weather
  • Afternoon thunderstorms common in summer
  • Leave exposed ridges at first thunder
  • Check forecast before every hike
  • Temps drop fast above 4,000 ft โ€” bring a layer

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