The Derosia Team

Is it really already summer? Do you live in Sevier County? Coming to this area for vacation? Whatever brings you here, check out our latest posting for some fun things to do with the family to kick the boredom that seems to hit almost immediately.  Swimming....what's summer without a little fun in the water? There's plenty of places to get your splash on! Check out Dolly's Splash Country for lots of water and rides that will thrill all ages! Pigeon Forge Community Center has a great outdoor pool complete with a water slide and diving board!  Sevierville Recreation Department's outdoor pool boasts a splash pad, water slides, and diving board! Want to go swimming and enjoy a great meal? Check out Honeysuckle Meadows Pool...It is located on Happy Hollow Road in Wears Valley. For only $5 you get access to the pool and the catch and release pond and there deli has amazing home cooked food! Looking for a free place to swim...check out Metcalf Bottoms ...

Spring is right around the corner.  While the first day isn't officially until March 20th, we can see plenty of signs.  Daffodils and tulips are sprouting all around. Days are getting longer and trees are beginning to bud. Don't forget daylight savings time ends on Sunday, March 11th. Don't forget to move (or spring) your clocks one hour forward. Spring is the perfect time to enjoy some hiking or picnicking with the family in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You certainly can't go wrong with a drive around the Cades Cove Loop and a picnic in one of their fields. If you are lucky you may be able to see deer, turkey, bear, coyotes, chipmunks, and other wildlife. Here's some hikes perfect for the entire family to enjoy together.  Porter's Creek: This trail is located in the Greenbrier section of the National Park. The trail follows the river most of the way and culminates at a gorgeous waterfall. Take a side trail to walk just a couple hundred yards to...

Summertime is a great time for hiking in the Smoky Mountains. The air is cooler in the mountains and the creeks and rivers are refreshing. Whether you choose to tackle a 10 mile hike or wander to the stream side to relax in a hammock, the mountains are sure to not disappoint. Here are some terrific hikes for summer that offer plenty of places to take a dip in the cool mountain water. Middle Prong: Located in the Tremont section of the national park, this 8.3 mile hike offers 3 waterfalls and numerous cascades, smaller falls, and cataracts. Tremont used to be a lumber camp that featured a post office, hotel, general store, maintenance sheds, and a community center that served as a school, church, and movie theater. The Middle Prong trail used to be an old railroad bed used by the Little River Lumber Company. If you hike in the early summer months, there should still be a multitude of wildflowers. If you are lucky and look carefully at about 1.9 miles in you will see a short...

Summer Time Each season is unique and special in the Great Smoky Mountains, and summer is no exception. Everything is in full bloom and everywhere you look the green, lush canopy surrounds you providing tranquility unmatched. Also, you can't help but get wrapped up in all the wonderfully, fun stuff Sevier County, TN has to offer in the summer time.  Are you looking for ways to help cure your child's boredom that seems to instantly kick in about the 3rd week of summer, finding ways to entertain your family on vacation, or looking to spend time with a loved one? Here are some surefire ways to ensure that everyone has a great time and takes back a load of fun memories.  Dolly's Splash Country is now open and provides a great way to help the kid's with their summer boredom and beat the heat at the same time. Tons of water slides for the adrenaline junkies, and a huge lazy river for those wishing for a more relaxing adventure.  Community Centers ...