There’s much more to soak up than just the sun in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy spectacular views, captivating wildlife, and sights and sounds that provide the ultimate peace the next time you visit! The most relaxing way to enjoy all this splendor of the Smokies is by having a picnic in the park! There are several picnic areas within the confines of the park for you to do just that. These places allow alcohol for those of age, so you can bring a bottle of our hard cider to sip on as you kick back and enjoy the company of friends and family! Here are 5 Smoky Mountain picnic areas to enjoy our Tennessee ciders at:
1. Cades Cove
Commonly known as one of, if not the most gorgeous part of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cades Cove combines beauty, adventure and relaxation! The Cades Cove Picnic Area is a great spot to enjoy it all with an unforgettable family picnic. This picnic area is open year-round and features a total of 81 sites that lie between Abrams Creek and Green Branch Creek. Just be sure to keep your eyes and ears open as bears are commonly spotted in Cades Cove!
2. Greenbrier
Greenbrier Picnic Area is another Smoky Mountain picnic area that is open year-round from sunrise to sunset. This secluded area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park showcases everything from spring wildflowers to fascinating fall foliage! There are 12 sites available as well as vault toilets for guests. Just a short distance away is the Greenbrier Picnic Pavilion, which has enough room for 70 guests and can be reserved.
3. Chimneys
Escape the summer sun and heat in the heavily forested, shaded Chimneys Picnic Area! This spot is located along Newfound Gap Road by the west prong of the Little Pigeon River. Open from early-April to late-November, Chimneys has 68 sites and includes a short 0.8-mile loop trail for you and your family to explore. Pop open a bottle of one of our Tennessee ciders as sounds of the serene stream play in the background.
4. Metcalf Bottoms
With 122 sites and a reservable pavilion, Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area is one of the most popular in the national park. The north loop, pavilion and part of the south loop are open from mid-April to late-October while the rest of the south loop is open year round. Spend some time fishing in the Little River, view nearby historical buildings or enjoy easy access to a number of trails from this picnic area.
5. Deep Creek
Situated on the North Carolina side of the national park, the Deep Creek Picnic Area is located right along Deep Creek. Open to the public year-round, this spot has 58 sites, each with at least one table and a grill. Pets are allowed in this picnic area but must remain on a leash at all times and cannot join you on the trails.
No matter which place you pick, you’re sure to have a great experience at these Smoky Mountain picnic areas! Explore our cider flavors to find that perfect bottle to take with you!
