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Photography & Scenic Views

Bring your camera. The Smokies offer world-class scenery from mountain overlooks to waterfall pools, wildflower meadows, and historic structures.

Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina Gatlinburg

Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina

Rooftop view with Mexican flavors

★★★★☆ 4.2 (10,063 reviews)
place735 Parkway #1, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
schedule11 AM - 12 AM
phone(865) 430-3282
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Gatlinburg SkyLift Park Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

500-foot ascent to Crockett Mountain

★★★★★ 4.6 (9,876 reviews)
place765 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
scheduleMon-Sun: 9AM - 10PM
phone(865) 436-4307
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The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel Pigeon Forge

The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel

Gondolas with scenic views

★★★★★ 4.6 (7,654 reviews)
place131 The Island Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
scheduleMon-Sun: 11AM-11PM
phone(865) 286-0119
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Mount LeConte via Alum Cave Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Mount LeConte via Alum Cave Trail

Tough 10.2-mile to highest peak

★★★★★ 4.9 (5,678 reviews)
placeAlum Cave Trailhead, Great Smoky Mountains NP
scheduleSunrise to Sunset
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Anakeesta Gatlinburg

Anakeesta

Mountain Top Theme Park & Views

★★★★★ 4.6 (5,000 reviews)
place576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
scheduleDaily 9am-9pm (seasonal)
phone(865) 325-2400
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The Peddler Steakhouse Gatlinburg

The Peddler Steakhouse

Scenic steakhouse since 1976

★★★★★ 4.7 (4,521 reviews)
place820 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
scheduleMon-Sun: 4:30PM - 10PM
phone(865) 436-5794
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Dolly Parton Statue Sevierville

Dolly Parton Statue

Bronze statue of Dolly Parton

★★★★★ 4.7 (3,456 reviews)
place125 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN 37862
scheduleOpen 24 Hours
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Beyond The Lens! Pigeon Forge

Beyond The Lens!

Photo illusions and celebrity figures

★★★★☆ 4.3 (3,421 reviews)
place2115 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
scheduleMon-Sun: 10AM-10PM
phone(865) 603-3009
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Andrews Bald Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Andrews Bald Trail

Scenic 3.6-mile high-elevation hike

★★★★★ 4.7 (2,134 reviews)
placeForney Ridge Trail from Kuwohi, Great Smoky Mountains NP
scheduleSunrise to Sunset
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Gregory Bald Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Gregory Bald Trail

Strenuous 11-mile grassy bald hike

★★★★★ 4.8 (1,567 reviews)
placeCades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains NP
scheduleSunrise to Sunset
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Old Time Photos Pigeon Forge

Old Time Photos

Authentic Western and vintage photos

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1,543 reviews)
place3365 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
schedule10 AM - 10 PM
phone(865) 453-8484
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Gatlinburg Sign Gatlinburg

Gatlinburg Sign

Iconic photo spot & city welcome

★★★★★ 4.6 (1,234 reviews)
place918 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
scheduleOpen 24 Hours
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Mount Harrison Gatlinburg

Mount Harrison

Panoramic mountain views

★★★★★ 4.8 (1,026 reviews)
placeOber Mountain, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
schedule10 AM - 7 PM
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Rich Mountain Loop Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Rich Mountain Loop Trail

8.5-mile panoramic mountain loop

★★★★★ 4.6 (876 reviews)
placeCades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains NP
scheduleSunrise to Sunset
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Emert's Cove Historic Covered Bridge Gatlinburg

Emert's Cove Historic Covered Bridge

Photogenic historic covered bridge

★★★★★ 4.6 (765 reviews)
placeNear 266 Hills Creek Rd, Pittman Center, TN 37876
scheduleOpen 24 Hours
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Lumber Ridge Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Lumber Ridge Trail

Connects Meigs Creek & Mountain

★★★★★ 4.595591083974204 (591 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Bigfoot's Country Barn Selfie Park Pigeon Forge

Bigfoot's Country Barn Selfie Park

Bigfoot-themed selfie photo spots

★★★★☆ 4.3 (543 reviews)
place2869 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
schedule10 AM - 9 PM
phone865-868-5283
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Greenbrier Ridge Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Greenbrier Ridge Trail

Connects Middle Prong to AT

★★★★★ 4.850510953901802 (501 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Maddron Bald Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Maddron Bald Trail

Old-growth forest to Albright Grove

★★★★★ 4.869523837884459 (470 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Harrisburg Historic Covered Bridge Sevierville

Harrisburg Historic Covered Bridge

Photogenic historic covered bridge

★★★★★ 4.5 (432 reviews)
placeHarrisburg Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876
scheduleOpen 24 Hours
phone865-453-4120
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Puzzle Portraits Gatlinburg

Puzzle Portraits

Custom photo puzzles & art

★★★★★ 4.6 (432 reviews)
place611 Parkway #B7, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
schedule10 AM - 8 PM
phone(865) 325-6021
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Forney Ridge Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Forney Ridge Trail

Trail to Clingmans Dome area

★★★★★ 4.794005434316037 (354 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Grapeyard Ridge Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Grapeyard Ridge Trail

Long trail from Roaring Fork

★★★★★ 4.66356341397183 (341 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Chapel at the Park Gatlinburg

Chapel at the Park

Mountain-view wedding chapel

★★★★★ 4.8 (300 reviews)
placeGatlinburg, TN
scheduleBy appointment
phone(865) 436-5330
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Bent Creek Golf Course Gatlinburg

Bent Creek Golf Course

Gary Player-designed mountain golf

★★★★☆ 4.3 (290 reviews)
place3919 E Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
scheduleYear-round, dawn to dusk
phone865-436-3947
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Hughes Ridge Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Hughes Ridge Trail

Ridge connecting Bradley to Enloe

★★★★★ 4.515252711928765 (271 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Turkeypen Ridge Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Turkeypen Ridge Trail

Connects Schoolhouse Gap to Finley Cane

★★★★★ 4.761719591596828 (262 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Hemphill Bald Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Hemphill Bald Trail

Ridge trail to Cataloochee

★★★★★ 4.730755762178495 (248 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Crooked Arm Ridge Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Crooked Arm Ridge Trail

Trail between Scott and Rich Mtn

★★★★★ 4.771015333154474 (231 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Sugarland Wedding Chapel Pigeon Forge

Sugarland Wedding Chapel

Log chapel wedding venue

★★★★★ 4.6 (150 reviews)
placePigeon Forge, TN
scheduleBy appointment
phone(865) 428-4865
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Newton Bald Trail Great Smoky Mountains NP

Newton Bald Trail

Connects to Thomas Divide

★★★★★ 4.668725256926835 (129 reviews)
placeGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
scheduleSunrise to sunset
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Mountain Harbor Inn Marina Dandridge

Mountain Harbor Inn Marina

Boat Rentals on Douglas Lake

★★★★☆ 4.4 (120 reviews)
placeDandridge, TN
scheduleDaily 8am-6pm (seasonal)
phone(865) 397-1313
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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find the best photography & scenic views in the Smoky Mountains?
You'll find photography & scenic views across Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville, all within an easy drive of our Smoky Mountain cabins.
Is photography & scenic views a good option for groups and families?
Yes. The Smoky Mountains are a popular destination for families and large groups, and most photography & scenic views options welcome all ages.
When is the best time of year to visit the Smoky Mountains?
The Smoky Mountains are a year-round destination. Spring and fall offer the best weather and scenery, summer is the busiest season, and winter brings quieter visits and holiday events.

Vantage Stays · Smoky Mountain Guide

Photography & Scenic Views

Best photography spots and scenic views in the Smoky Mountains. Overlooks, sunrise points, and Instagram-worthy locations in the National Park and beyond.

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PlaceRatingHoursPhoneAddress
Dandridge
Mountain Harbor Inn Marina4.4 ★Daily 8am-6pm (seasonal)(865) 397-1313Dandridge, TN
Gatlinburg
Loco Burro Fresh Mex Cantina4.2 ★11 AM - 12 AM(865) 430-3282735 Parkway #1, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Gatlinburg SkyLift Park4.6 ★Mon-Sun: 9AM - 10PM(865) 436-4307765 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Anakeesta4.6 ★Daily 9am-9pm (seasonal)(865) 325-2400576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
The Peddler Steakhouse4.7 ★Mon-Sun: 4:30PM - 10PM(865) 436-5794820 River Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Gatlinburg Sign4.6 ★Open 24 Hours918 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Mount Harrison4.8 ★10 AM - 7 PMOber Mountain, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Emert's Cove Historic Covered Bridge4.6 ★Open 24 HoursNear 266 Hills Creek Rd, Pittman Center, TN 37876
Puzzle Portraits4.6 ★10 AM - 8 PM(865) 325-6021611 Parkway #B7, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Chapel at the Park4.8 ★By appointment(865) 436-5330Gatlinburg, TN
Bent Creek Golf Course4.3 ★Year-round, dawn to dusk865-436-39473919 E Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Great Smoky Mountains NP
Mount LeConte via Alum Cave Trail4.9 ★Sunrise to SunsetAlum Cave Trailhead, Great Smoky Mountains NP
Andrews Bald Trail4.7 ★Sunrise to SunsetForney Ridge Trail from Kuwohi, Great Smoky Mountains NP
Gregory Bald Trail4.8 ★Sunrise to SunsetCades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains NP
Rich Mountain Loop Trail4.6 ★Sunrise to SunsetCades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains NP
Lumber Ridge Trail4.595591083974204 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Greenbrier Ridge Trail4.850510953901802 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Maddron Bald Trail4.869523837884459 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Forney Ridge Trail4.794005434316037 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Grapeyard Ridge Trail4.66356341397183 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Hughes Ridge Trail4.515252711928765 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Turkeypen Ridge Trail4.761719591596828 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Hemphill Bald Trail4.730755762178495 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Crooked Arm Ridge Trail4.771015333154474 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Newton Bald Trail4.668725256926835 ★Sunrise to sunsetGreat Smoky Mountains National Park
Pigeon Forge
The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel4.6 ★Mon-Sun: 11AM-11PM(865) 286-0119131 The Island Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Beyond The Lens!4.3 ★Mon-Sun: 10AM-10PM(865) 603-30092115 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Old Time Photos4.3 ★10 AM - 10 PM(865) 453-84843365 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Bigfoot's Country Barn Selfie Park4.3 ★10 AM - 9 PM865-868-52832869 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Sugarland Wedding Chapel4.6 ★By appointment(865) 428-4865Pigeon Forge, TN
Sevierville
Dolly Parton Statue4.7 ★Open 24 Hours125 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN 37862
Harrisburg Historic Covered Bridge4.5 ★Open 24 Hours865-453-4120Harrisburg Rd, Sevierville, TN 37876
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