If you like warmth and want to escape from winter, this list will give you the perfect options for places with a lot of sun. Check it out and book a few moments of respite for you and the whole family!
The Smoky Mountains in December are a wondrous sight to behold. If you’re a fan of being outside, there’s no better place to experience both of those things than in the Smokies. In fact, the Smokies can be your own personal winter wonderland!
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The Smoky Mountains, in Tennessee are among the most popular wilderness areas in North America. A 3-Bedrooms home doesn’t cost much more than a 1-2 bedroom, and when you split the cost between two couples or families, it can be even more affordable to go larger. Sharing the rental cost of a spacious vacation cabin with family, friends or neighbors can dramatically reduce your cost.
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Late September to early October is when to experience the biggest pop of color. The weather is typically prime as well, striking a perfect balance between summer’s sweltering highs and the frigid winter lows
While not as steadily busy as the summer months, October is right up there in terms of the busiest time of year. Make sure to book accommodations as far in advance as possible and also count on denser crowds along the park’s most popular trails like The Middle Prong Trail in Tremont and the Alum Cave Trail to Mt. LeConte.
Hiking is a popular activity in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and the winter season is no different. Roads and trails that are typically filled with visitors during the summer months are quieter and those willing to brave the cooler weather will enjoy a more tranquil experience on the hiking trails.
One of the top things that people want to do when they visit the Smoky Mountains is hiking so they can see all the beauty of the mountains. However, if they have a family, there has to be research done to figure out which hikes are good for the whole family to be able to enjoy. Luckily, there are many family-friendly hikes in the Smoky Mountains.
According to the National Park Service, about half of the winter days in the Tennessee Great Smoky Mountains National Park see high temperatures of 50 degrees or greater, You might be surprised how many winter afternoons hit the 60s or even 70s.
Winter is a fabulous time to hit the trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, as long as you’re prepared. Routes that are jam-packed in summer can be deliciously tranquil this time of year.
November through March is the best time to experience a winter wonderland
Just because there is snow draping the peaks, doesn’t mean it’s consistently cold here either – in fact, approximately 50 percent of the winter, temperatures peak above 50 degrees. Evenings are typically below freezing.
Remember that, particularly in the high country, conditions in winter can change quickly, and rain can morph into sleet or snow on a dime.
Depending on a given winter’s conditions and the location, trails may be completely snow-free. It’s a good idea to use trekking poles or walking sticks this time of year to keep your balance on icy paths.
Very often, you’ll find snow-free conditions on lower trails.
Spring is one of the most popular times to visit Tennessee’s Smoky Mountains, and it’s easy to see why! When the last traces of winter melt away, the Smokies offer idyllic weather, beautiful greenery, and a variety of fun seasonal events and activities.
March through May is the best time to avoid crowds
Spring is pleasant at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with temperatures eventually creeping up to an average high of 65 to 70 degrees by April. For fans of smaller crowds and warmer weather (though it will still be colder at night – in the 30 to 45-degree range), this is the happy medium. This is also the timeframe when wildflowers are in full bloom.
The first settler was a woman. Martha Huskey (b. Jan 1764 – d.1826).
Many people believe William Ogle was the first settler in the Great Smoky Mountains. Ogle was the first man to build a home in the national park, but he died before he could finish and move his family. So his wife, Martha Jane Huskey Ogle, finished building their home and moved their children. Once upon a time, Gatlinburg was known as White Oak Flats. White Oak Flats was desirable land, and William Ogle chose to make this new land the new homestead site for his family. Around 1802, William decided to relocate from South Carolina to White Oak Flats to start fresh with his family. William made the trip to hew lumber by hand for the new homestead and once enough was hewn, he would set back to his family. He sadly passed away before ever making it back to White Oak Flats, so his Wife Martha Jane, her brother Peter his family, and Martha’s 7 kids decided to complete the cabin and start the life William had wanted for them. The cabin construction was finished in 1807 and is known as the first cabin in the Smokies. The cabin has a new resting place beside the Gatlinburg Welcome Center for everyone to enjoy.