Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA Holiday Blog
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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.
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Your pup is a part of the family, so it is natural to want to include them in your adventures in Pigeon Forge. The difficulty comes around supper time. Do you leave your furry friend at the campsite? Do you find someone to watch them? Thankfully, in Pigeon Forge, you don't have to worry about that. There are tons of dog-friendly dining options throughout the Tennessee Smoky Mountains.
Here are our top picks for places to eat with dogs in Pigeon Forge.
Let's start our pet-friendly restaurant tour with Calhoun's. If you are craving mouthwatering ribs, you've come to the right place. This classic BBQ restaurant features steaks, sandwiches and some of your favorite Southern fare.
Along with a tasty array of food options, you and your family can stroll up with your pet in tow. The restaurant's patio has outdoor tables where everyone, pups included, can comfortably enjoy a meal.
Blue Moose Burgers and Wings offers an inviting atmosphere that entices every member of your family to kick up their heels — or paws. This dog-friendly burger joint has a dozen hamburger options and 16 different wing flavors. There is also a large selection of local and craft beers on tap. From the dog-friendly patio, you and your family can watch the big game on one of the high-def TVs.
For music lovers and rock n’ roll fanatics, a visit to Pigeon Forge's Hard Rock Cafe is a must. Dine in the midst of music history. This unforgettable experience features walls lined with music memorabilia and even live music events on stage. Your pup will also get the rock-star treatment. You can order a complimentary meal for your pup from the special menu and enjoy dining on the pet-friendly patio.
Indulge in tantalizing German fare, an assortment of German, regional and world-famous beers and Deutsch hospitality. With your furry friend by your side, your whole family will love the Bavarian-style atmosphere of the Wild Bear Tavern in Pigeon Forge. Located within the Wild Bear Inn, the “bear-y” cheery restaurant will be everyone's new favorite.
Need a place to relax — where every member of your family, two and four-legged alike, will be welcome? Mellow Mushroom located on The Island in Pigeon Forge serves up gourmet pizza and handcrafted libations. With a dog-friendly patio to boot, you can ease your pizza cravings while your pooch gets a pat or two from the servers.
Now that you have a list of pet-friendly restaurants in the Tennessee Smokies, it's time to finalize your vacation details. Your whole family is invited to Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg KOA Holiday. We offer pet-family accommodations, including RV Paw Pen Sites, with a fenced-in area that your dog will have all to themselves. Book your stay 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.
