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
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When you stay at the Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA Holiday, you will be surrounded by endless attractions and popular restaurants. We've gathered a short list of our favorite recommendations, including a few you can walk to from the campground!
Lil Black Bear Cafe
3068 Veterans Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 366-1181
This small daytime eatery is just down the street. It'll take about a minute to get here by car, or you can take a quick walk. If you leave the campground by walking through the gates on Dixie Ave (see campground map), you'll just need to walk around the church parking lot to the cafe.
The Old Mill Restaurant
164 Old Mill Ave, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 429-3463
This iconic restaurant in Pigeon Forge is also a short walk away! Built around a 1830 gristmill, there are two country eateries plus pottery, candy and toy shops. To walk, just follow the Walking Trail to the opposite side of Patriot Park. (See campground map).
Alamo Steakhouse
3050 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 908-9998
This casual chophouse is regularly recognized as one of the best restaurants in our city. It is especially well known for the angus steaks cooked over oak.
Mama's Farmhouse
208 Pickel Street, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 908-4646
Hungry? This restaurant serves up all-you-can-eat southern food which is served family style to your table. (That means there are no buffet lines!)
Downtown Flavortown
2655 Teaster Lane, Suite #100, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 505-0750
Looking for some family fun with your meal? Guy Fieri's Downtown Flavortown serves delicious lunches and dinners alongside a bowling alley, tiki bar and giant arcade area.
Dolly Parton's Stampede
3849 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 453-4400
Described as the "Smokies' Most Fun Place to Eat." You'll be amazed as 32 magnificent horses and a cast of top-notch riders thrill you with daring feats of trick riding and friendly competition.
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud
119 Music Road, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 908-7469
Become a part of the longest-running feud in history! You'll help the Hatfield's and McCoy's try to settle their differences mountain-style.
Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show
2713 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
(865) 505-2469
An exciting, inspiring and swashbuckling experience for all hands on deck. This show features all you can eat food and entertainment full of family fin, clean comedy, live animals and variety!
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