Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Directions from I-40: Take exit 407 and go south on Highway 66/Winfield Dunn Parkway for 8.4 miles.Turn left on 411 north/Dolly Parton Parkway.Continue on Dolly Parton Parkway and turn right on 449/Veterans Blvd.Go 5.8 miles and KOA is on the right.
Directions from Cherokee, North Carolina: Take US 441 North through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for 31 miles. Continue straight through Gatlinburg for 5 miles. Once in Pigeon Forge, turn right at traffic light #8 onto Dollywood Lane, go through the next traffic light and KOA will be on the left.
In Pigeon Forge: Turn east off US 441 at traffic light #8 onto Dollywood Lane, go through the next traffic light and KOA will be on the left.
GPS: N35.786321. W83.550096
Get Google Directions
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is the place to be for car lovers. With numerous car shows throughout the year, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Here are some of the best car shows to attend.
Chevys in the Smokies is an annual car show and swap where people can meet and connect over their love of Camaros, Chevelles, C10s and other models of Chevrolet vehicles. The event features hundreds of vendors both inside and outside the event center. Past years have featured activities such as Corvette cruises, a sales area and an award show.
If you love mustangs, Ponies in the Smokies is your event. The multiple-day event features every model of Mustang and hundreds of vehicles in indoor and outdoor displays. In addition to hundreds of cars to admire, this event features vendors, swap meets and unique exhibitions.
Spring Rod Run is one of Pigeon Forge's most prominent car events, with hundreds of classic cars. The event started in the 1970s as an unofficial event. Over the years, the Spring Rod run has become the nationwide attraction it is today and features activities like an award show and vehicle swap meet.
Even the kids can get involved at the family-friendly Bronco Super Celebration. In addition to hundreds of Broncos, this multiple-day car show features games, contests and other activities for the family to enjoy.
Circle Yer Wagens is a Volkswagen car show that features a huge model swap. If you attend the car show, stay for the awards at the end, which features cash prizes for some of the best vehicles.
Attend the largest classic Ford show in the country at the Grand National F-100 Reunion. The event is for trucks from 1996 and older and includes models like the F-250, F-150 and F-1. The car show is family-friendly and features many food vendors for an easy way for families to make a whole day out of the event.
Enjoy a blast to the past with the Pontiacs in Pigeon Forge car show. The event features many different Pontiac models, such as Classic GTOs, Firebirds and Fieros, as well as a swap and an award show. All proceeds from the car show go to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.
The Great Smoky Mountain Bronco Stampede is open to all Bronco clubs and enthusiasts across the United States. The car show includes an expo for parts and accessories and many different models of Broncos to admire.
Celebrate all things Jeep with the Great Smoky Mountain Jeep Invasion. The car show features the chance to view numerous models of jeeps and vendors so you can get accessories and other Jeep-branded items.
If you love classic cars and their history, the Fall Rod Run is a must-see. As a multiple-day event, you will see hundreds of models of classic cars and events like cash giveaways and a vehicle swap.
With a convenient location right off U.S. Highway 411, Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA Holiday is the perfect place to stay if you want to be close to the many car shows in the Pigeon Forge area. The campground is also about 1.5 miles from the LeConte Center, which is home to numerous events like Chevys in the Smokies and the Spring Rod Run.
Since Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA Holiday offers bike rentals, you can beat the crowds and walk or bike from the campground to the event center along the Riverwalk Greenway for a peaceful transportation option.
A vacation filled with fun times and the chance to see some one-of-a-kind cars is yours for the taking when you book a stay at Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA Holiday. The campground is open year-round and offers multiple ways to stay, such as RV Sites and Camping Cabins, for a comfortable place to call home while attending one of the many car shows in the area. Start planning a memorable trip by booking a campsite today!
That doesn't mean this area has to always be empty. When you start reviewing camping options, your history will display here to help compare sites and find the best stay. You will be able to share your stay information with friends or family and save it for a later time if you have a KOA Account.
Make checkout easy by booking all your reservations at once. Add your sites from different campgrounds into your shopping cart* and then choose checkout.
