Cindy Shrader Butler- United Real Estate Solutions

10/04/2025

Pigeon Forge and Great Smoky Mountains National Park can't wait to welcome you this fall season! 🍂

As of 12:01 AM on Saturday, October 4, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is fully open and operational, per an agreement with the National Park Service, U.S. Department of Interior, and Sevier County, Tennessee.

All areas of the park will be open, with staff on duty to service restrooms, respond to visitors in need, and provide essential services to protect wildlife during this peak visitor season.

For more information on this update, please visit: mypigeonforge.com/gsmnp-travel-alert

10/04/2025

10/04/2025

Plan Your Perfect Fall Trip

10/03/2025

🍂🎢 From mountain hikes to Dollywood lights — Gatlinburg is where memories are made! 🌄 Why just vacation here when you can own here? 🏡✨ Invest in a Smoky Mountain cabin and let the rentals work while you play. 💰

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10/03/2025

🏡💰 Gatlinburg is calling! With millions of visitors each year, investing in a cabin here means cash flow + mountain views. 🌄 Ready to own a piece of the Smokies? Let’s talk!

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10/03/2025

Explore the Fall Map

10/02/2025

09/30/2025

See What’s Happening

09/28/2025

Get the Free Guide!

09/26/2025

Looking for a short escape into nature?

Check out the ADA accessible Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail! This short and welcoming 0.5-mile paved loop takes you through a beautiful second growth forest along the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River. Perfect for a peaceful stroll and connecting with nature!

📍Approximately a quarter of a mile south of the Sugarlands Visitor Center on Newfound Gap Road.

Learn more about this trail (link in comments).



Photo by Kenzie Connor

09/25/2025

09/25/2025

🍂 Fall bear safety reminder 🐻

Autumn is here and black bears are more active than ever, foraging for acorns and nuts to prepare for winter. It's not uncommon to see multiple bears in one area during this time. Here's how to stay safe and respectful in bear country:

🔊 If you encounter a bear on a trail:
Never run or turn your back on it, back away slowly.
If it tries to approach you, make yourself big and make loud noises.
If it persists, throw sticks or rocks at the bear and act aggressively. Do not throw food or your backpack at it.

👀 If you see a bear in the distance:
If it notices you but continues feeding or walking, ensure you are at least 50 yards away and safely observe the bear.
If it changes behavior (stops feeding, watches you, changes direction), you’re too close—back away slowly.

🚗 If you see a bear near the road:
Do not stop in the roadway.
Only pull over if there’s a safe, paved pull-off.
Stay in your vehicle—never approach a bear.

🚫 Bear safety guidelines:
Stay at least 50 yards away from bears.
Lock your vehicle.
Never feed any wildlife.

Let’s keep both bears and people safe this fall. Respect wildlife and enjoy the beauty of the season responsibly! 🍁

Learn more about black bears (link in comments).



Photo by Betty Blanton