Andy's family takes an annual trip to the Smoky Mountains every year and this is the second year I've joined them. The trip is strictly family only and last year, I was allowed to go because we were seriously dating and knew we would get married. We got engaged about 5 weeks after the trip and this year we're married - it's amazing how much can happen in a year!
We always get a chalet between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge so we can hop between towns as needed. The weekend is pretty relaxed and flexible but there are a few mainstays. It's a tradition to get breakfast at the log cabin pancake house in Gatlinburg one morning and we always go to the Chimneys Picnic Area in the mountains for a grill out.
On Saturday during our cookout, we walked down to the creek which was really beautiful and played cards and hung out and grilled. It was a fun little picnic! Saturday night we watched lots of football and then came home on Sunday. We made a special stop on Sunday - I will have photos from that soon!
It was a beautiful day and a great weekend!
How are you "breaking in" fall? Do you have an annual family vacation? What's your favorite mountain range to visit?
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wow, awesome pictures! My favorite mountains would be Rocky! :) but you know I LOVE gatlinburg too.
ReplyDeleteYou ready to stay home now for awhile?
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Gorgeous pictures! We love the Chimneys, too. My newest favorite spot in the mountains is Elkmont though.
ReplyDeleteNext year, check out the mini-zoo at Ober Gatlinburg if you have extra time. That and pancakes are the only part of the touristy stuff that I enjoy there. :)