The fall season is a fantastic time to experience everything that the Smokies have to offer, from scenic natural wonders to fun seasonal events! This is also the perfect time to enjoy the great outdoors as the delightful weather conditions practically beckon you to get outside! Whether you can come for a weekend or several weeks, you won’t want to miss this magical time of year in the Smoky Mountains! Here are the top 4 reasons why you’ll love visiting the Smokies in the fall:
Stunning Fall Foliage Colors
One of the huge draws of autumn in the Smokies is the stunning fall foliage! After all, there is nothing quite like the sight of the mountains as they transform into a vibrant range of red, yellow, and orange colors! The leaves at the highest elevations change as early as mid-September, while the fall colors develop above 4,000 feet from early to mid-October. While the exact “peak” time is difficult to predict, you can generally expect to see the peak colors at the mid and lower elevations from mid-October to early November!
Ideal Temperatures for Outdoor Activities
Another one of the top reasons why you’ll love visiting the Smokies in the fall is because of the ideal temperatures for outdoor activities! While the hours of daylight may be shorter than the summer months, the trade-off is cooler weather for hiking and sightseeing! You’ll find daytime highs ranging anywhere from 60 to 80 degrees in September, then dropping to daytime highs from 40 to 60 degrees in November. Since the weather can fluctuate widely throughout the fall season, you’ll want to pack appropriately and dress in layers for your outdoor adventures!
Fun Seasonal Events
There are all types of fun events that take place throughout the Smokies to celebrate the fall season! One of the most popular events is the Harvest Festival at Dollywood, which features live musical entertainment, seasonal food treats, and beautiful fall colors in every direction! A highlight of the event is the Great Pumpkin LumiNights, where thousands of creatively carved pumpkins and massive pumpkin icons light up the night! Some of the other fun fall events in the area include the Bear-Varian Fall Festival at Anakeesta, the Fall Festival at Ober Mountain, and Sevierville’s Smoky Mountain Harvest Festival!
Perfect Time for Camping
Fall is a perfect time to enjoy camping at our campground in the Smoky Mountains! We offer a wide variety of camping sites and accommodations to meet your needs, including tent sites, RV sites, camping cabins, and more! During the daylight hours, get the family together to take advantage of our recreational equipment such as volleyball, badminton, and horseshoes! Once the sun drops, gather around the campfire on a crisp fall night to make s’mores and tell ghost stories! There is just no better way to make the most of your fall visit to the Smokies!
Check out all of the information about our Smoky Mountain campground today and make your plans to experience the joys of camping in the Smokies in the fall! We look forward to seeing you soon!
