Every year in May, Pigeon Forge hosts a week of programs known as Wilderness Wildlife Week. Free and open to the public, the event offers hundreds of experts presenting workshops, seminars, children’s educational and fun activities, and guided hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It’s a celebration of the abundant diversity of the area, its… Read more »
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Synchronous Fireflies in the Smoky Mountains
2023 INFO: The Park Service provides updated information here. The Lottery for a parking pass to view the Synchronous Fireflies is open April 28-May 1 of this year, and you can register for the lottery here. The Firefly Viewing dates are June4-11. Every spring you have a chance to see thousands of fireflies light up… Read more »