For those of you who just can’t pass up shopping in “tourist towns”, you will be in heaven. Both Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are shoppers’ paradises with an abundance of gift shops and outlet stores. Directions to both towns will be provided to those interested.
A drive on Little River Road will take you to Gatlinburg. Following the Little River for much of the way, this stretch of road (driving from Gatlinburg to Townsend) is the last leg of Friday’s all-day drive.
The road to Pigeon Forge takes you through Wears Valley. This scenic road has one or two sections of twisties. Enjoy the drive.
If either one of these two towns beckons, maps and directions will be made available so you will be able to easily find your way back to Townsend.