Baskins Creek Falls Tours and Activities

On the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains NP. Follow the Motor Nature trail to a small lot just before the Alex Cole cabin. This is where the road passes over Baskins Creek. This trail is known as both the Baskins Creek Trail and the Graveyard Ridge Trail. The graveyard is only a few hundred yards from the parking area. The falls on the other hand is about 1.6 miles on a moderate trail. Be careful!! The last time I hiked it there was NO sign marking where to turn left and cross the stream to get to the falls. You can also continue on the Baskins Creek Trail past the turnoff to the falls and wind up back at the Motor Nature trail, near the Rainbow Falls parking area. This entire route is about 2 1/2 miles, but note that the portion past the falls turnoff going to Rainbow Falls is more strenuous than the first part. ALSO: note that this is a one-way road and you will need someone to drive your car back around the Nature Trail to meet you back at the Rainbow Falls parking area.
On the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains NP. Follow the Motor Nature trail to a small lot just before the Alex Cole cabin. This is where the road passes over Baskins Creek. This trail is known as both the Baskins Creek Trail and the Graveyard Ridge Trail. The graveyard is only a few hundred yards from the parking area. The falls on the other hand is about 1.6 miles on a moderate trail. Be careful!! The last time I hiked it there was NO sign marking where to turn left and cross the stream to get to the falls. You can also continue on the Baskins Creek Trail past the turnoff to the falls and wind up back at the Motor Nature trail, near the Rainbow Falls parking area. This entire route is about 2 1/2 miles, but note that the portion past the falls turnoff going to Rainbow Falls is more strenuous than the first part. ALSO: note that this is a one-way road and you will need someone to drive your car back around the Nature Trail to meet you back at the Rainbow Falls parking area.

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The Resort at Governor's Crossing

The Resort at Governor's Crossing

3.5 out of 5
Governor’s Crossing
Price was CA $1,724, price is now CA $1,494 per person
CA $1,494
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May 3 - May 8
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Deer Lake (YDF) to Knoxville (TYS)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,719 reviews)
Room was spacious and clean. My son loved the indoor water park! Nate at the front desk was super nice and knowledgeable. The only reason I dont give 5 stars is the elevator right at our room was out of service,so the only elevator working was at the end of the hall. Could have just happened,or waiting on a part to repair. Thats the only thing. We will definitely stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

The Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center

The Ramsey Hotel & Convention Center

3 out of 5
Downtown Pigeon Forge
Price was CA $1,847, price is now CA $1,568 per person
CA $1,568
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May 3 - May 8
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Deer Lake (YDF) to Knoxville (TYS)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,299 reviews)
Yes everything was good

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Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Pigeon Forge
Price was CA $1,725, price is now CA $1,494 per person
CA $1,494
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May 3 - May 8
found 11 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Deer Lake (YDF) to Knoxville (TYS)
9/10 Wonderful! (2,374 reviews)
The room was very clean and ready for the kiddos including snacks with a treasure hunt. The pool was warm and clean, and the staff was courteous

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

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Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive

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Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Impossibilities Magic Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
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Rocky Top Mountain Coaster Admission Ticket in Pigeon Forge

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Hillbilly Booze Cruise Tasting Tour

Hillbilly Booze Cruise Tasting Tour

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