Spookiest Road in Great Smoky Mountains National Park 4K

[@cindybentley5673]

I am originally from East Tennessee. My favorite place on earth. Many of those areas are secluded because the people who settled there didn't want to be found by British soldiers. They learned to live in the mountains and many didn't and maybe don't want to be disturbed by outsiders. I love how the Appalachias have stayed true to their roots and has not been ruined by progress. The people are some of the greatest in the world. The quiet gives you a chance to see God's workmanship and the silence allows you to talk to Him and hear Him speak to you.

[@AbsyntheAndTears]

I agree. I love that culture so much and it was a part of my childhood. We would go every summer to Eastern Kentucky to visit my mom's family in the mountains. I remember it fondly.

[@SubvertTheState]

We have a bit of reverence for the past, our ancestors and for the beautiful creation God's given us stewardship of. It's why activity like mountaintop removal and clear cutting are grievous sins in my opinion.

[@wyntresorrow403]

This is in the smokies. Alot of violence happens on the Appalachian trail and no one sees nothin. They dont help anyone who isnt bred with them

[@Spoke76]

Amen!

[@Floydian4everr]

You know, at 14 yrs old, I told my very religious parents that starting this Sunday, I will no longer be participating in that weekly cult-ish meeting and self sabotaging and self guilting repetitive prayers/spells blaming yourself and your sinful ways only to be completely confused and since able to understand speech, was sure I was going to hell and burn for ever because I couldn't keep up with the congregation during those prayers and mass gaslighting thinking that just being a kid that liked spooky stories and general fun things because the stuff I found entertaining like Looney Tunes and the like weren't wearing religious costumes and constantly praying. Not all minds think alike and depending on how you're spoken to and treated at home then going to confirm those psychologically violent treatment at home because there was a lot of cross contamination in the things I was called and told at home then going to "mass" to say things in unison, as if everyone here was hypnotized into repeating those prayers that children shouldn't be exposed to when they are about sinning and lust of the flesh and doomed to hell for eternity. I simply told them, "if" there is a god and everything beautiful on earth and all the creatures are "his" creations so when you're six and experience or ride out a Hurricane then immediately after take a drive to see if anyone outside the tiny subdivision where mobile homes were allowed needed help and all you see is house after house with trees slicing them in to, and in the way they really are "two" with overturned vehicles, branches and whole trees on the roads the only thing you have as a reference is that everyone whose homes were destroyed must have been terrible sinners since the only thing that can make things like that happen is an all powerful god that will "strike you down with lightning" or make his most dedicated believers break out in boils and cause the death of his beloved sons, I don't want to be anywhere near all of those sinners within striking distance lightning in case they may have a dirty thought about the milf in the row in front so when I turned 14 and this somewhat older young woman "taught" me what to do with "it" and how hers worked, I was gonna go to hell and no confession or self mutilation would stop that from happening. I simply said I feel happier and more content when in the forest surrounding the neighborhood with the birds chirping at sunrise, the swaying branches and wind sounds through the leaves of huge trees, then after discovering smoking pot IN those same woods and how intense it made the same experience, I was sure I was having some religious experience and something instantly made me realize going to mass every Sunday and telling some dood in a stupid outfit everything sinful I'd done, was simply a farce because awful things happened to some of the most dedicated parishioners like the choir leader being killed by drunk causing a head on collision when he just veered through the center which was just a wide swath of grass with no center dividing wall like closer to town and into the on coming traffic, killing her and her husband instantly so I just thought they must have been secret god hating sinners. That shit brakes young minds. Want to meed your "god" go smoke a Doobie on a beautiful day while sitting on a downed tree taking it all in.

[@KathyConner-sq7ki]

I first traveled Parsons Branch road in the sixties with my family in a VW Beetle. Sometimes we would take a short cut from our cabin on Laurel Lake in Townsend up Tuckaleeche Rd. to Rich Mtn. Rd. which ended in Cades Cove. Then we would follow Parsons Branch to its end on the road to Fontana and Fontana Dam. We would take Foothills Parkway back to Townsend or home to Knoxville through Maryville. It was an all day trip but I loved it. No noise, crowds or bumper to bumper traffic. We sang songs, played games and ate sandwiches and snacks and enjoyed fresh air and nature. It was never boring or spooky.

[@LisaHively-u8h]

I was born and raised in Tennessee. I am now 68 and a few years ago moved to another state to be with my kids. I have been on Parsons Branch road so many times with my family during camping trips to Cades Cove. It is beautiful and quiet! I miss Tennessee so much! Thank you for posting this video and letting me have a short visit home!

[@BillMarion]

It's a wonderful place to live. We live in Chattanooga. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@harryholyfield1550]

I am from NC I can,t imagine why anyone would leave tennessee

[@LisaHively-u8h]

@@harryholyfield1550 It was either leave Tennessee or miss out on being with my four grandchildren. I didn't want to leave, but it will be there to move back to when the grand kids are older.

[@hed2410]

It just looks nice and quiet and natural.

[@BillMarion]

You are absolutely right. But like most mountain roads, it can feel a little spooky. Thanks for watching!

[@jessieacuff3416]

Thank you so much for sharing this. This reminds me of my childhood visiting these roads with family. I’m originally from east Knoxville and I always love going back to travel the mountains. I enjoyed the history of it. Now, I’m going to have to go back to parsons road now that I’m older.

[@BillMarion]

I'm so glad you enjoyed the video, and thank you for the encouragement! Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas in advance!

[@Nobody-f6v]

Hey Rich Mtn road is awesome! And boring? No way! I have had times on that road when the water was flooding and the only way I got over the mountain was because I was in my truck!

[@703tony]

Enjoy it, Jessie!

[@Coyotes-galore]

Just love that Parsons Mountain Road. We have a similar dirt road here in my area in NE Oklahoma. Mountains, secluded roads , and woodlands are right up my heavenly places. Wonderful Creeks and Waterfalls. ❤ 🇺🇸 I have fallen in love with the rugged Smokie Mountain Tennessee area. I'm part Cherokee with my ancestors coming from NW Georgia, Cherokee County, and family was forced on The Trail of Tears, so why wouldn't I love this kind of geographic areas. I call it my Native wildside. 🇺🇸

[@cindywestlake6278]

What road is that? I live in NE Oklahoma

[@snakemanmike]

I have driven this road many times. It's beautiful, not creepy at all to me.

[@BillMarion]

We were back there during a storm, so it added quite a bit to our imagination. The history helped a little too! Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@johnfoster1083]

Love Parson’s Branch Rd

[@RobyeAndrews]

I’ve been on Parson’s Branch Road several times. I never felt it was spooky. I did see a huge bear, one of the most beautiful I’ve ever seen in the Smokies.

[@ArtysMorgan]

As a Tennessee gal, I've driven down roads like this all my life. I love them!!

[@BillMarion]

We do too! Thank for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@jedgarren2901]

I'm from Townsend and I've grown up on these roads. Hard to think of a place being spooky when you've grown up there.

[@BillMarion]

I can imagine. I grew up trout fishing and floating the Hiawassee River at Reliance, Tennessee. To my recollection, the road to the power house from the main road wasn't even paved until I was in my twenties back in the 1990's. (I might be wrong, I honestly don't remember) We were back there all hours of the night, and people said we were crazy. There's a campground above Reliance called "Lost Creek" and those roads identical to Parson Branch Road. Never thought twice about running around back there at night, or camping. We made this video during a storm. Between the storm, and knowing a lot of Cades Cove history, "Spooky" came to mind. There are so many stories from the Cove and surrounding mountains that it would have been a lot of fun just to let it fly! But my real purpose for the video is to draw attention to Parson Branch Road so people will check it out. Already, a lot of people have left comments saying they didn't even know it was there, which is what I expected. Thank you so much for watching and for commenting!

[@jakeklasen3406]

i just stayed in townsend at that little motel right next to the koa campground, we had an awesome time, watched a coule big ass bears breaking into the dumpsters

[@WanderingMule]

I've been living near the National Park for over 40 years. And driving, hiking and riding my Motorcycles thru it for the same. Nothing spooky about anyplace I've ever part of the Park.

[@conanthebarbarian1971]

I live in Townsend, Been here many many times, love it,nothing spooky to me.

[@TaylorLillian-xn8xj]

Enjoyed the video......have been to Cades Cove many times never heard of this road....of course my Dad was usually navigating and I was too busy stealing my brother's snacks in the backseat.....will have to check it out....Thank you for the reference.....enjoyed the video✨

[@BillMarion]

Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@TaylorLillian-xn8xj]

@@BillMarion your most welcome really enjoyed the video 😊

[@drjim1997]

I have driven that road many times in the mid 70's in my 1968 MGB. I lived in South Knoxville and it was a great drive to go through Walland and Townsend via the back road, through Cades Cove, Parsons Branch, the Fontana Road (aka The Dragon), Bryson City, Cherokee, and back to Townsend. It was great to take a date out driving for a full day. I never thought of it as spooky. However, on one trip we got out and sat on the creek bank where I got stung at least ten times in the face by yellowjackets. Good thing I wasn't allergic. Back in those days if you saw more than 20 cars in the Cove Loop Road it was considered crowded. There were usually more bicycles than cars.

[@BillMarion]

Ouch! Sounds painful! Thank you for watching and sharing your adventures!

[@mikemiller6684]

MG scarry part

[@jeannettescott5024]

I drove Parsons Branch Road. Found it fascinating and a beautiful drive.

[@deborahchesser7375]

That’s pure heaven down there.

[@elysemillson726]

I’ve walked Parson’s Branch Rd several times. Absolutely beautiful and peaceful. Drop a car at the end and had a friend shuttle me back to the Cades Cove turnoff for Parson’s Branch. Great day hike.

[@BillMarion]

That sounds like a blast!!!!!! I've never thought about trying that! Good idea! Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@richardnorris4547]

Traveled it many times, just a calm Mountain road. A great rise.

[@michaelcrabtree9229]

My grandma was a sparks and lived in the cove as a kid

[@MsBooFish]

Wow! How awesome!!

[@jonathanfreedom1st]

Sparks has a cabin there? Or is it just Sparks Lane? Or both....my memory fails me

[@MRM-Dawn]

So was my Great Grandmother and my husband is great great nephew to the lady that own white house and mill. ( sorry her name slips me right now)

[@MRM-Dawn]

😂 that's when it occurred to my husband and i...could we be distant cousins 😂

[@MRM-Dawn]

​@@jonathanfreedom1st pretty sure there is a Spark cabin and road. The first church on the right has alot Sparks buried there

[@Nobody-f6v]

I LOVE that road! We used to go "home" that way! Skqueee!

[@twobeagles1365]

I now want to go back to the tail of dragon and ride those 2 roads you spoke of, Parsons branch, Cades cove, I recently went on a 1100 mile trip in parts of Tennessee I have never been in, it was a great motorcycle trip and basically never leave the State except on US 129 at Deals gap N.C. Thanks for sharing, Awesome Footage !!

[@elenacaddell3639]

Beautiful. Nice and Quiet . Looks like it would be a good horse hike😃👍Not Spooky Mmmmmm I’ll be headed that way this coming summer God Willing💓

[@BillMarion]

Enjoy! Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@703tony]

Thank you for sharing . lovely video!!

[@pamelastansbury1407]

I'm not sure if I've been on this road..but been to cades cove lots..oddly enough, I've never been afraid in the woods. To me, much more comforting than in a big city..any day.

[@Nobody-f6v]

Until you hear the deer screaming

[@Nobody-f6v]

Or the panthers

[@JacindaChamplin-dk4ey]

Thanks!

[@BillMarion]

Thank you!!!!😊

[@billiejean1495]

I think it is a beautiful road....nothing spooky.

[@SubvertTheState]

Something nostalgic and comforting can become creepy very quickly with just a few little occurrences.

[@colleenhelminiak1429]

I became fascinated by the Appalachians after watching several videos about Cades Cove. (Never been there but it is #1 on my bucket list). There is something about that area that whispers to you "there is much more around you than what meets the eye......come and see...." I have also heard of feral families who live in the mountains and shy away from any outsiders who would seek them out. There are documented reports regarding these mysterious, reclusive families, so it isn't just a spooky campfire story. Perhaps that is where the feelings of being watched originates. Just a thought......thank you for this video - I enjoyed it immensely 💖.

[@BillMarion]

Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@markdelancey19]

I'm from Cosby TN and have friends in Del Rio. Horseback riding was an everyday lifestyle, pack mules, bedrolls, and living off the land. Real cowboy stuff. Spend the night out there when there's no moon. That will test your nerves.

[@BillMarion]

Oh to be young again! I got the nerves, but don't have the back for it now! Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@j.hardin3146]

So true....

[@katherinebopp2021]

Erysad story about civil War betrayal, But absolutely beautiful. I would have loved to see this with my travel friend.

[@BostonTerrierDad623]

This is no joke, but within 2 seconds of the opening of this film, I nailed this road…I live just on the other side of this trek (the NC side) & still laugh that people flock here in droves to drive these curves…while I was growing up, we had to drive to Knoxville, Atlanta or Asheville for damn near socks & shoes, if you wanted anything decent anyway. We have Airbnbs all over & have for a long time and but we are slowly selling our larger businesses and concentrating on the easier to operate things that don’t tie us up / don’t require relying on employees because you simply cannot find people who either aren’t reliable or trustworthy. It is awful & I know we aren’t alone. Anyway, I look forward to seeing your videos! This one was fantastic!

[@jeffparker3334]

My favorite places on earth! We have driven that road probably a dozen times. It’s just serene and beautiful. We have never seen anything spooky. We often stop in some of the wider places and eat lunch. You do have to be aware of the wildlife but they are more interested in getting away from you than eating you. Good story though and makes a great video. We consider ourselves moderate experts on the Cove and its surrounding areas. 4 wheel drive is definitely not required. We have one but we always see regular vehicles drive by us when we’re parked. The road gives you a great way to get out of the Cove. We always do the loop then follow it back to Parsons Branch and drive out.

[@BillMarion]

You get it! I love your comment!!! The purpose of the video is to bring attention to Parson Branch because it's an overlooked attraction at Cades Cove. We consider ourselves as Cades Cove experts as well! My wife and I went to Cades Cove to date. We love it. Thank you wso much for your comment. A lot of people don't get what I was trying to do in this video. I'll make some different choices next time.

[@daleh.7711]

Been to Cades a few times, as a hiker, but never knew of Parsons Branch but it is now on my list for this summer.

[@ScottCormell]

I grew up in Athens TN, and going to the cove was something we did often. Most of the time we would travel there so that we were making the circle late in the evening right at dusk, this was when there seemed to be more animal activity in the park because back then this was when there were less people and less noise in there. Seems like it is a much more popular location these days. I now live in VA. In May I rode through Parsons branch in my Jeep one evening. It was one of the most peaceful and relaxing rides I've ever taken with my Jeep. It did not feel spooky to me at all, instead if felt more as if I was home where I belonged.

[@BillMarion]

I spent 5 years in Athens, TN! Used to fish Reliance all the time. I've been told there's a trail outside Sweetwater that leads into the Cove via Abrams Creek. I spent a few minutes tying to find it on Google Earth and got distracted. Anyway, thank you so much for watching and thanks for sharing!

[@marshablevins1500]

Gorgeous place

[@ProspectorAl]

I have lived in the area for 61 years. I have traveled Parson Branch Road twice.

[@BillMarion]

Love that part of our state! I love our city (Chattanooga) but I've always wanted to live in East Tennessee. I'm afraid I wouldn't get much done. I'd be too busy playing in the mountains! About Parsons Branch, I talk to so many people who go to Cades Cove all the time and don't even know it's there. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@stephenmundwiller2054]

Just an enjoyable rural park road.

[@jtclark877]

I only knew that name because my family would stop, climb through the wire right there near that sign, and we'd have a quick picnic before hitting the loop. I knew about Sparks Lane, but had never seen a video like this. As a kid I always collected the ghost story books about the park. Thank you for this!

[@REDDOGG24]

My buddies wife is a Cable. Those were her family that settled their in Cades cove way back in the days. That place is cool place to visit. Got to see a black bear when visiting Cades Cove. Cool video!!!

[@BillMarion]

Good people in that area. I'm related to the Gregory's. Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@NanaShawnia]

Thank-you for taking us to the Smokies! My son and I went for our 1st time last year and had a blast! We had a treasure hunt near the visitors' center. He absolutely loved it! We explored until he was tired. We even saw 2 baby black bears by our hotel rooms!! I did feel like we were being watched on the trail. So did, my friend. There was no one around us.

[@BillMarion]

It's so cool that you saw black bears! They're fascinating animals. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@gailmrutland6508]

2008 My wife and I traveled Parsons in a Chrysler Sebring Convertible with MAYBE 7 inch clearance. My wife got out and indicated the path over the concrete spillways. WHAT A BLAST....and afterward we ran the Tail Of the Dragon and got our photos on KILLJOY. WHAT A DAY

[@walterlangston4484]

This would be a fun spring trip with 4 well drive

[@d25615]

Love Pearson's Branch road. Been there several times. There is a cool cave at the end of Rich Mountain road. A friend of mine took me there is grand father lived at the end of Rich Mountain when turns to 2 way. He used to make moonshine in the cove when the park would have crafters showing how things used to be done.

[@bswartwout8740]

I drove Parsons Branch many years ago w/o 4 wheel drive. It’s beautiful.I’ve also been on Rich Mtn Road. My dad loved Gazetteer map books

[@carlpoore2493]

Drove this in a Lincoln Towncar in 2021. Beautiful drive.

[@BillMarion]

WOW really? When I think of a Lincoln Towncar, I imagine my mom's 91 Towncar. Or even a 1974 Continental we had when I was a kid! I can't imagine either of those vehicles on that road. They were too big! 🤣 We love this road. Spooky? Sure, but in an old fashion kind of way. Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@starfire8593]

That is just beautiful ❤

[@tpc_shearon1199]

Been on Parsons half a dozen times, that’s how I exit the Cove. Never had any uneasy feelings on the road and most of the times I’m solo.

[@blong257]

There are two cemeteries that I know of on Parsons Branch Rd. The first one, Boring/Wilcox cemetery, is at the beginning, just as you pass over the bridge to the right is a road. It leads to a few graves. Those that died had TB. The second , Burchfield cemetery is approximately halfway, maybe just past that. It's on the left-hand side. Most that are buried there are infants and children. Also you can access Hannah Mountain and Gregory Bald trail heads.

[@BillMarion]

Goodness, that’s spooky 😂. But I love the historical aspect of the region, so not really spooky! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@shelliebuford3064]

There’s also the carved water basin to the to the left before the slight turn to go up to the Boring / Wilcox cemetery. Didn’t know if you knew about that also . My friend that passed in November was a descendant of the Cove and he would always go clean the leaves out . I now do that when I’m there.

[@hareleopard]

And there is the Post Cemetery on the opposite side of the road from Boring-Wilcox on Forge Creek Rd. before the right turn to Parson Branch.

[@no1crystaleigh]

Thank you, love lil cemeteries

[@johnkundla8179]

I drove Parsons Branch in 2019 Sept . Loved the solitude and wildlife

[@Gregory-Myers]

Russell Gregory (Founder of Gregory's Bald) was commissioned by Blount County,TN to oversee construction of Parson Branch Road which was completed in 1838. This was to connect a road from Cades Cove to Parson's Turnpike, a new road being built from Adrams Creek where it joins the Little Tennessee River to the villages in western North Carolina (now US 129 "the Dragon").

[@BillMarion]

@@Gregory-Myers did I oversimplify?

[@Gregory-Myers]

@@BillMarion No. I made the mistake of making a comment before watching all of the video. My bad.

[@BillMarion]

@@Gregory-Myers Thank you for watching all the video! Feel free to point anything out I got wrong, or there is something I left out.

[@Gregory-Myers]

@@BillMarion I enjoyed the video. Russell Gregory was my 4xGreat Grandfather so I guess I got a little too eager to share information.

[@GregsGeologyChannel]

Russell Gregory was my Great Great Great Grandfather. I was named after him. His grand daughter Mary Jane Gregory married my Great Grandfather Isaac Taylor Whitehead. They lived on Parson Branch Road for many years.

[@d.blalock5422]

I love that area! I used to live near there! It’s amazing!

[@sissyensor988]

Drove it last year. Had to stop to remove a huge black snake that stretched about half way across it.. then saw 3 of the biggest wild hogs cross the road. They were abnormally tall and scary looking.

[@BillMarion]

Wow! Hogs! We saw a bear with his big jaws around a screaming hog on 441 on the way to the cove. Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@Debra-yh5sk]

I have been to Cades Cove twice. Enjoyed visiting there and learned some of my Moms ancestors may have lived there. I know some of her family lived in Cherokee North Carolina. They were Cherokee .Some lived in Talking Rock Georgia.

[@RudyMichelleStill]

There are at least 2 Cemetery's on Parson's Branch Road. Driven it several times and love to stop along the creek to have lunch it is a wonderful drive out. Not experienced anything necessarily spooky but I have felt watched on the road. Seen bear and coyote on the road. The road does have some neat stories told by the ancestors of the area. Great hike to Gregory Bald from this road.

[@BillMarion]

I want to do the Gregory Bald Hike from Parson Branch. Nah, it's not spooky. But the video brings attention to a wonderful place, that often gets overlooked. That was the real purpose of making it that way. I have mixed feelings about the results. Lots of views, but some people get upset about it. Thanks for watching!

[@spiritualspinster4222]

I've lived in far east Tennessee all my life and heard about Parsons Branch Road years ago. I've never actually been there though. (I've never owned a 4-wheel drive, or I probably would have) I have travelled through the Smokey Mountains many times to get away from the hustle and bustle for a while. Lots of history there and a lot of old wives' tales as well.

[@101st_AB]

I lived in Waldens Creek from 1972 to 1979 and have driven Parsons Branch Rd many times. It never felt spooky at all to me. I don't know about today, but back then Parsons Branch was a great place to plant...uh...you know...plants. The moonshiners figured out real quick that there was more money (and less chance of getting busted) if they just sprinkled a few seeds here and there rather than building and firing up a still. Water is plentiful and the soil is rich. From what I remember some of those ol' boys did alright!

[@MrNamePerson]

Thanks for your investment in this. Good work - information, stories, great music choices, narration... all well done.

[@BillMarion]

Thanks for the kind words. I appreciate you taking the time to watch, and comment!

[@wisdom2th32]

I've been to Cades Cove but this video is the first time I've heard of Parsons Branch Road.

[@4nautia]

I have been on parsons branch rd several times . The last time was about 2 years ago. It’s beautiful.

[@tarahoyt9384]

It’s a beautiful road

[@shannanbegley8189]

Been there many times and never knew about Parson’s branch! Thank you!

[@joannfuhrer3114]

I've driven Parsons Branch Road. It's lush and beautiful.

[@SandraMizner]

been to cades cove many times. well 6 or 7 at least and had no clue. thank u

[@Paula-fl1en]

Beautiful

[@BillMarion]

I agree! Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@Kphotog]

Driven parsons branch several times. Once was late afternoon it got very dark very fast. Last couple miles were a little sketchy but not scary at all.

[@paulagriffin7100]

I’m a local, so yes.

[@carlavision6143]

Long time no see! Really enjoyed your video. Absolutely beautiful scenery and views!

[@BillMarion]

We’re still hard at it!

[@violetjohnson7396]

Very informative! Thanks

[@MsBooFish]

I've never heard of it, despite visiting the park since i was 3 years old (I live in NE Alabama).

[@BillMarion]

People drive by it all the time and don't even know it's there! Thank you for watching!

[@larryfalls671]

Your nuts about Parson branch road. Its fantastic.

[@barryinn1778]

Our family traveled down Parsons Branch road back in the late 80's, we had a blast. Me my Father ,Mother, 3 teenage nephew's ,sister and brother-in-law were sightseeing Cades cove area and when it was time to go home back to Louisiana instead of going all back around to Knoxville to get on the interstate . I noticed on the map that we could take a short cut through Parsons branch road and take the highway to interstate. We were in two small front wheel drive cars, my brother-in-law didn't want to go that route he was nervous about it but I talked him into it, that's where the fun came in. My brother-in-law , sister and 2 nephews were in a small car and as went on this 4 wheel drive road we watched them hitting their heads on the roof of that small car because the road was so rough, me my Dad , Mom and the other nephew laughed, and laughed watching them ahead of us go thru the creeks, bouncing all over that car. Plus at times we had to back up and get a running start because the front wheels were slipping on the gravel road, these cars were not 4 wheel drive. Then at the end of the road us guy's had to take a leak so we stopped and went down the hill to find a lonely tree, then one nephew started throwing rocks at a hornets nest that was above us in the tree, we all started to run back to the cars. What a trip!!!

[@BillMarion]

Those are the best kind of trips! Thank you for watching the video and thanks for sharing that moment! It sounds like a great time.

[@AmyDCools]

Cades Cove is one of my favorite places. Used to hike in the Smoky mountains a lot.

[@BillMarion]

@@AmyDCools planning a hiking trip this fall. Hiking Guyot and Luftee. Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@lbmullinax9387]

Love Cades Cove but no never saw Parsons Branch Rd but next time I'm near there I'm definitely gonna check it out.

[@lutherrule9301]

Love this area, I call it God's country 🙏 🙌 😊 ❤️

[@BillMarion]

It is indeed! Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@TheCrashley1772]

Cool video, Bill! I was waiting to see a sasquatch behind a tree...

[@BillMarion]

I wanted to. But, a Bigfoot video is coming in the future. Plans are underway!

[@ericcartmansstrengthandpow5960]

Be careful out there. There have been many ManBearPig sightings in the area. As you'd imagine, he's half man, half bear and half pig.

[@ruthlovell4523]

❤ beautiful.

[@BillMarion]

It sure is. Thanks for commenting!

[@Flap999]

We used to have a vacation home in Tiger, Georgia and made the trip to the park. Many times. It’s absolutely a treasure. And much of it is not overly explored. There are caves and tunnels throughout that region. Very beautiful spot, but my pop used to warn usnot to venture too far off the beaten path that some of the locals very vigorously guard their privacy.

[@pamgodfrey5454]

I worked in cove lived there worked as horse worked 4 the Myers family. Great people. I don't go to the cove now. To many people. Still like to hear about the fake tails. Tenner from Knoxville. ❤❤❤ Paul Godfrey

[@gregbaker312]

Been many times and had NO IDEA!

[@carolynbrown6613]

Yes, our family has traveled Parsons Branch Road

[@shareenj.2602]

My family and I have been to Cades Cove many times. Cades Cove has to be one of the prettiest places on earth. I'm not a very observant person apparently cause I've never even noticed the sign about Parsins Branch. I'm glad you took us a ride through cause I don't think I would go. It seems to isolated. I'd be afraid of breaking down. Thanks enjoyed your video very much.

[@wicketuma444]

I've done this ride, absolutely mystical ✨️

[@BillMarion]

Thanks for watching and sharing!

[@mjrchapin]

Very well done; nice over view!

[@BillMarion]

Thankya! 😁

[@mojodojo5533]

Love Parsons branch road. Driven it a few times.

[@BillMarion]

It's great! We love it! Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@lisamcgee1345]

It has been closed for some time, but we heard it had been reopened and ventured down it. Beautiful drive and lots of wildlife!

[@BillMarion]

We didn't see a lot of wildlife on this trip, but it is quite beautiful! Thank you for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@DonnieTeichmiller]

Drove Parsons branch road not to long after it was opened. On the first hill I could not get my terrain up it. Thank goodness my brother in law was ahead of me and drove my suv up the hill. Sounded like the bottom was being scraped. Then the foothills parkway was closed and had to go all the way to Maryville. I have no future plans of ever doing it again. Give me Rich Mountain road any day. Just drove it a few days ago.

[@tnaccountability7455]

Nothing spooky sbout it. Love that road

[@BillMarion]

Not at all. This video is draw attention to an amazing, but often overlooked road. That's why I used the word "Spooky" instead of scary. Still, I appreciate the comment. And it turns out, plan is working. There are lot of comments from people who visit the Cove all the time like we do, and never knew the road was even there!

[@kimelledge3084]

I've been to Cades Cove multiple times. I live 45 min away, and I've NEVER heard of ths road!😮

[@BillMarion]

I know, right!!

[@jeffharper7579]

I started to visit the Smoky mountaines in 2006 and have been on Parsons branch a few times but I like Rich mountain better, Parsons does come out on the tail of the dragon but not much to see. In 2012 I moved just east of the smokes and love the people here, the only thing I find scary or funny is some tourists that get up set and mad because the trails aren't level, paved and have to step over tree roots and small rocks.😵😆😆😆. Most of the time Parsons branch is closed.

[@jankalonick4771]

I am originally from East Tennessee, went to Scott County High School. Never have heard of Parson's Creek Road - - we will have to try it out the next time we are there. Loved the video.,

[@BillMarion]

We live in Chattanooga, but we love the mountains over there. Heck, my wife and I spent all our dating life in Cades Cove. Come to think of it, we took our kids to the Smokies all summer long. They carry on the tradition with their kids now. The main reason I made this video is to bring attention to the area. That's what the whole "spooky" thing is really about. Thank you so much for watching and leaving a comment!

[@ruthyless1]

I have been to Cades Cove and discovered Parson Branch Road playing around with my GPS. What an exciting experience!

[@BillMarion]

It's a fun road to explore. Thanks for commenting!

[@standunitedorfall1863]

That wasn't the least bit spooky. That was gorgeous. But if walking it I would at least carry some bear spray, and keep it handy. The wide variety of plant life is fascinating to say the least. Loved the greenery. Btw, history is educational, not spooky.

[@debraconner2493]

Yes!!! My favorite place ❤

[@BillMarion]

Excellent! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@debraconner2493]

@@cumberlandquiltchic1 welcome to flash flooding in the mountains & surrounding areas……it is what it is live with it.

[@kamikazitsunami]

Maybe it would be spooky at night but during the day it looks beautiful.

[@BillMarion]

It's not that bad. Just a fun video so point out this amazing road! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@DraggonCanoe]

I got locked in Parsons Branch Road years ago. Somehow the gate in the cove was open but the gate at 129 was locked. Sat about three hours waiting for the gate fairy to arrive and release us. Three other cars had followed me, I guess to keep me company during the incarceration.

[@BillMarion]

Wow! That would have been great to add to this video! Thanks for sharing!

[@REDDOGG24]

@@BillMarionmy good friends wife is a Cable. Her great great grandmother and grandfather and ancestors were some of the ones who settled in Cades cove. That place is real cool.

[@kencouch3328]

Often they don't lock t he gate they just close it to look locked. That is done so they don't have to answer calls

[@DraggonCanoe]

@@kencouch3328 I wish that had been the case, but it was solidly locked.

[@archaney]

Nice video. I drove my wife and two young kids down that road back in the late early 2000's, maybe 2001-2002. In a Dodge Caravan minivan no less. The road was in decent shape and we didn't have any problems. I didn't win any points with the wife and since she is no fan of ultra curvy roads that situation didn't get better when we got on the "Dragon". We go to the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area several times a year and I would like to take a trip on that road again. I always ask my wife if she wants me to turn off onto Parson's Branch every time we ride the Cades Cove Loop. I don't see a "yes" answer to that question coming anytime soon. lol

[@BillMarion]

I totally get it! My wife has a cow every single time we're on a mountain road! 😂 She did a little better on Parsons Branch Road. But I got her stuck on a jeep road right off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia, and I don't think she'll ever forgive me! I didn't even get to make a video about it! Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@Chanta-nh8et]

Our land butts up against 1000 acres of virgin forest and our driveway has canopy of pine and oak trees like this. It’s very beautiful and peaceful

[@BillMarion]

Wow! Sounds like a place I'd love to visit! Awesome! Thank you for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@russellault2391]

Been to Cades Cove Loved the drive and do not remember signage about Parsons Branch road will the next time we go.

[@BillMarion]

It’s there, but it’s easy to miss. If you go to the Cove as often as we do, it’s a good change of pace. Or, maybe you do around the loop once and then go around for a second loop to Parson Branch Road. But it also depends on where you live too. If you live north of the Smokies, it might be out of the way.

[@TNhillbilly6]

We have been to cades cove more than a dozen times and never paid attention to the sign for parsons branch road. We will be taking that road trip next time. Thanks for the information.😊

[@BillMarion]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@debraparsons2618]

See my name?😊 I don't live in Tennessee🏔 I can't wait to take a drive through Parsons Branch Road🏞

[@BillMarion]

You're going to love it! After all, you're family! Enjoy. So, this video is just for you!!! Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@debraparsons2618]

@@BillMarion Thank You for the Personal Touch😎 I will be there in October for the Experience of a Lifetime🤗 So glad I found You💙 You have a new Subscriber🔔

[@LynnTerlecki]

We have been on Parson’s Branch Road between 8-9 times over the past 3 years. It is an awesome road. The only thing we noticed that was very odd is we have NEVER seen any type of animals….. not even a squirrel, bird or even a mosquito. We like getting to the end where it meets “The Dragon” and we watch racing for at least a couple hours. It never disappoints 😄

[@candacejackson5044]

We've been to Cades Cove and might briefly remember seeing the road listed on a sign. Based on your comment near the end, the PBR was closed when we were there anyway. Interesting to learn about the missing people there.

[@phyllisparsons1197]

Yes. Of course we paid attention to that sign particularly because our name is Parsons. My husband and I did not go down that road because we were with other people but my daughter has been down it and says there might be a spooky spot but overall it is a beautiful drive.

[@BillMarion]

Totally agree! Thanks for watching!

[@jigsd38]

I definitely would not tag this as spooky. It is beautiful and breathtaking even though you added affects to your video to look like it!

[@BillMarion]

The main purpose of the video was to point out this amazing road that is so often overlooked. And yes, I want way too far on the effects. I was experimenting and everyone has let me know it's not good! 😂 "Spooky" is subjective. Parson Branch is certainly not scary, and we love the road. I recommend it. I probably went too far. I don't normally make click baitish videos. I'll do better next time I try an experiment like this. Thanks for watching and thanks for commenting!

[@jigsd38]

@@BillMarion Thank you for all the hard work! Keep it up.

[@BarbaraM-ro3xq]

Great video and information! I think id be a little creeped out with that much isolation, particularly if my car broke down. . Yet its beautiful back in there.