Cades Cove Specialty Tour

Highlights

Description

Experience the best of the Great Smoky Mountains on this half-day guided Jeep adventure through Cades Cove. Departing from Pigeon Forge, the route follows Wears Valley’s scenic byways to reach the quiet western entrance of the park. Along the 11-mile loop, your expert guide brings the region’s past to life with stories of Cherokee hunting grounds, pioneer homesteads, and historic churches. Stops include John Oliver Cabin, Abrams Falls, Primitive Baptist Church, and the Cable Mill Historic Area. Wildlife sightings are frequent, from grazing deer and wild turkeys to the occasional black bear. With multiple photo opportunities and light snacks provided, this journey is the perfect balance of history, nature, and leisure. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning guest, the Cades Cove Specialty Tour offers a comfortable, family-friendly way to explore one of the Smokies’ most iconic destinations.

Itinerary

8:00 AM – Meet your guide at Smoky Mountains Jeep Tours in Pigeon Forge
8:15 AM – Depart via scenic Wears Valley and Townsend toward Cades Cove
8:45 AM – Stop at John Oliver Cabin for pioneer history overview
9:15 AM – Visit Primitive Baptist Church and surrounding historic grounds
9:45 AM – Stop near Abrams Falls trailhead for photo and nature break
10:15 AM – Continue wildlife spotting along Cades Cove Loop
10:45 AM – Explore Cable Mill Historic Area and gristmill exhibits
11:15 AM – Optional stop for snacks or local ice cream
12:00 PM – Return to Pigeon Forge with scenic drive reflections

Price & Availability

Adults $149; Children $129. Seasonal availability.

Food & Drink

Light snacks and bottled water included; meals not provided.

Instructions

Arrive 15 minutes before departure at the designated meeting point in Pigeon Forge.

Restrictions

All ages welcome; moderate activity level for short walks; not wheelchair accessible.

Transportation

Transportation included via climate-controlled Jeep.