• Enjoying live music is one of the best things to do in Pigeon Forge at night Grammy Nominated Band Will Perform Free Concert in Sevierville

    Country music with cowboy hats, boots, and guitarWith three Grammy nominations, the SteelDrivers are one of the hottest bluegrass bands to come out of Nashville. In May, visitors to the Smokies will have a chance to see this critically acclaimed band for free! The SteelDrivers will headline the annual Bloomin’ Barbeque and Bluegrass festival in Sevierville. Featuring incredible music and delicious food, this is one Smoky Mountain celebration you do not want to miss.Continue Reading

  • Girl standing in railway with red cowboy hat and black guitar How to See Dolly Parton When You Stay at the Oak Tree Lodge

    This spring, guests at the Oak Tree will have an incredible opportunity to see the Queen of Country Music, Ms. Dolly Parton herself! Everyone’s favorite Smoky Mountain native will be less than 10 minutes away from our hotel for the Annual Dolly Homecoming Parade. With spectacular floats and live entertainment, the Dolly Parade is one Pigeon Forge event you do not want to miss.Continue Reading

  • Family Hiking In Countryside Wearing Backpacks Top 3 Tips For a Stress Free Smoky Mountain Vacation

    Your vacation should be filled with family, fun, and sweet relaxation. There is absolutely no room for stress! When you stay at our Pigeon Forge hotel, you shouldn’t have to worry about a thing. That’s why we’ve put together these great tips for having a completely care free vacation in the Smokies.Continue Reading

  • friends laughing outside 5 Reasons to Have Your Pigeon Forge Event at the Oak Tree Lodge

    Are you planning a family reunion, business meeting, or another group trip? Our Pigeon Forge hotel is the perfect place to have a large get together! Here are five reasons to have your next event at the Oak Tree Lodge:Continue Reading

  • stage in theater Visit the Country Tonite Theatre for Free

    What could be better than seeing the best live country show in America? How about seeing it for free? When you stay at our hotel in Pigeon Forge, you’ll get a complimentary ticket to the Country Tonite Theatre. Voted the number one show in the Smokies for 12 years in a row, Country Tonite is a feel-good family show with something for everyone.Continue Reading

  • complimentary breakfast Get Your Kids Out of Bed With Our Free Breakfast

    What is the best way to get your kids up in the morning? A loud alarm clock? A bucket of ice water? No! The secret to sending your children flying out of their beds is a delicious hot breakfast. When you stay at the Oak Tree Lodge, your kids will be up and and at ’em bright and early because our Pigeon forge hotel offers one of the best complimentary breakfasts in town. Our  continental breakfast buffet has all of your down home favorites, so your children’s days of sleeping until noon will be be a thing of the past.Continue Reading

  • couple inside a cabin 3 Tips On Planning The Perfect Romantic Pigeon Forge Vacation

    Are you and your loved one still looking for the perfect way to celebrate this year? No worries, we at Oak Tree Lodge have put together a few quick tricks on how to plan the perfect romantic Pigeon Forge vacation.Continue Reading

  • smiling little girl enjoying indoor pool at Oak Tree Lodge Go Swimming in the Winter at the Oak Tree Lodge

    Winter is one of the most popular times of the year to visit the Smokies. With cool but comfortable temperatures and scenic snow capped mountains, Pigeon Forge is incredibly beautiful during this season. Nevertheless, some people don’t like to vacation during the winter because they would miss out on one of their favorite activities: swimming. It can be nearly impossible to find a good place to swim after the end of the summer. Fortunately, the Oak Tree Lodge has the answer! Our hotel in Pigeon Forge features heated indoor and outdoor pools, so our guests can go swimming all year round.  Continue Reading

  • blue moose Don’t Moose This Restaurant!

    Blue Moose burger near our Pigeon Forge hotel

    Are you a fan of Moose-a-rella sticks? How about meaty Moose-whiches? These creative spellings aren’t a moose-take! Located minutes away from our Pigeon Forge hotel, Blue Moose Burgers & Wings specializes in serving up delectable food and a-moose-ing puns.

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  • Ice cream Cool Down This Summer; Visit an Ice Cream Shop in Pigeon Forge

    Are you trying to beat the summer heat in the Smoky Mountains? After spending the day visiting attractions in the area, you can cool down at an ice cream shop in Pigeon Forge!Continue Reading

  • red wine Pigeon Forge Winery is Part of the Rocky Top Wine Trail

    Wine lovers get ready for your next destination and add Pigeon Forge to your itinerary. The Mountain Valley Winery is a gem in a string of beauties on the Rocky Top Wine Trail. Venture into Tennessee and discover an abundance of delicious wine samples, ripe for the tasting. You’ll find several wineries in the Smoky Mountains that lay claim to fame as the Rocky Top Wine Trail in the Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg areas. They include the Mountain Valley Winery, the Apple Barn Winery,Sugarland Cellars, Eagle Springs Winery and the Hillside Winery. Apple wines, fruit wines, and classic Italian wines are there for the taking, providing something for each individual taste. Wines are divided into classifications of semi-sweet, dessert or sparkling, and dry to help visitors in their selection. Name your pleasure and you’re sure to find a wine to your liking in these quaint, small wineries. Sampling is free and if you visit each winery on the Rocky Top Wine Trail, you’ll be given a passport that will earn you a souvenir glass when your journey is complete.Continue Reading

  • Christmas tree with ornament Christmas Time in Pigeon Forge

    Will you be spending some of your Christmas time in Pigeon Forge? You have a lot to choose from when deciding what to do in Pigeon Forge. Christmas time in Pigeon Forge is one of the best times of the year to visit. This Smoky Mountain town takes the holiday season very seriously, in fact, Pigeon Forge earned the number three spot on Time magazine’s list of the “The 9 Most Christmas Towns in America” in 2011. Whether you are on a romantic getaway or creating family traditions, you will have an enjoyable and unforgettable experience in the Pigeon Forge area.Continue Reading