Little Creek Retreat

06/21/2024

There’s lots of Summer left. 😊👀

Tranquil, Cozy, Great Views, Hiking, New Games

03/11/2024

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Did you know that you can reserve our private caboose? It accommodates up to 10 riders (including infants), is climate-controlled, features two windows, a private bathroom, and an assortment of snacks and non-alcoholic drinks.

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02/05/2024

Nestled in nature's embrace, Cades Cove whispers tales of pristine beauty.
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01/30/2024

The time is now! 🙌🏾😊👍🏾

01/27/2024

This scene, to me, represents an ideal January day in Gatlinburg. There's snow, but not too much, and traffic is drastically lighter. I'm always in love with those mountains, though!😍

01/03/2024

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2024 will bring some creative new attractions to the already-popular Smokies region of East Tennessee.

11/30/2023

Important to know for the winter in the Park.

Check it out. Flat Ranger Stanley wants to let you all know how to prepare for winter weather while visiting the park properly.

Stanley: ❄️Winter has settled into Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and it's a breathtaking wonderland out there! If you’re planning a visit, be sure to bundle up with warm layers, a waterproof jacket, gloves, and a hat to stay cozy in the cold temperatures. Plan to have extra snacks, blankets, jumper cables, and a big thermos of your favorite hot cocoa mix in your car. Road conditions can get dicey with icy patches, so drive with caution when heading to higher elevations, and consider having alternative locations to visit as road closures may occur. Stay safe and enjoy the Smokies!

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11/30/2023

Good morning! Are you thinking ahead about your next family vacation? Susan and I encourage you to dream of relaxing around a firepit in the Smoky Mountains of TN at our quiet cabin. Take a look! 😊

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11/09/2023

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Venture into Shark Lagoon and experience the indoor Glass Bottom Boat Adventure, where only three inches of glass separates you from the 12-foot sharks and other curious creatures that call the Lagoon home!

Shark Lagoon is home to over 8,500 aquatic animals representing more than 75 different species. Led by our Adventure Crew, guests will learn all about the animals within the Aquarium and what it takes to maintain the facility during each boat ride.
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11/05/2023

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10/31/2023

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10/29/2023

We love it that our cabin in Wears Valley, TN - 10 min. to the quiet entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is featured today by Cabin Connoisseur LLC!! Thank you Ron!

09/24/2023

Want to hike with your youngster? Check it out.

09/20/2023

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

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09/14/2023

Enjoy the crisp mountain air as you sip you coffee on the back deck next to the fire. Or enjoy the warmth of the fireplace in the living room, while planing your day in the Great Smoky Mountains. Our cabin knocks on the back-door of the park and is just a quick 15 minute ride down the rode through Wears Valley. Enjoy the changing of the leaves the wildlife playing in the meadows.

08/28/2023

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This Mercury Retrograde season, I'm thinking of the famous words "It's better to light a candle than curse the darkness" from William Lonsdale Watkinson. 🕯
Yes, each Mercury Retrograde, it's easy to feel some dread and frustration. It's helpful to be patient, confirm details, be kinder and aim for clarity and understanding with others, recheck details, allow extra time for travel, back up your computer, and be extra mindful.
And. ⭐️ It's also helpful to remember the gifts of Mercury Retrograde, which blesses us this meaningful time for focusing within and focusing on the "re" invitations, like rest, revise, revisit, reflect, renew, recommit, retreat and rediscover.
Blessings on this gift of intentionally reflective time,
Erika
Mercury Retrograde, with shadow times before and after: August 23-September 15, 2023

08/25/2023

Little Creek Retreat - $273 avg/night - Pigeon Forge - Amenities include: Internet, Air conditioning, Hot tub, Fireplace, TV, Satellite or cable, Washer & dryer, Parking, No smoking, Heater ✓ Bedrooms: 4 ✓ Sleeps: 12 ✓ Minimum stay from 1 night(s) ✓ Bookable directly online - Book vacation r...

08/08/2023

Lovely!

Spotlight Species: Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly (Battus philenor)

Great Smoky Mountains is home to over 1,900 species of butterflies, moths, and skippers, including the Pipevine Swallowtail. This butterfly species is fairly common throughout the park and can be most commonly found mud-puddling near streams or in open, grassy areas. If you see a Pipevine Swallowtail mud-puddling on the ground, you are most likely observing a male of the species which is taking up nutrients from the soil.

The Pipevine Swallowtail can be toxic and distasteful to some bird species; for this reason, other butterflies mimic the Pipevine's appearance. The Spicebush Swallowtail is one of the prime examples of this mimicry. When trying to identify a Pipevine Swallowtail versus a Spicebush Swallowtail, be sure to observe the underside of its wings. The Pipevine Swallowtail will have one row of orange spots on the underside of its wings, while the Spicebush will have two rows of orange spots on the underside of its wings.

Take a guess! Is the image a Spicebush or Pipevine Swallowtail?

Also, please show us your best Great Smoky Mountains butterfly pictures!

Photo By: Kenzie Connor