Pigeon Forge Tennessee Vlog | Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride, Great Smoky Mountain Wheel 200 Ft & More!

Join us for our first ever visit to Pigeon Forge Tennessee as part of our April 2022 road trip to explore some cool attractions, rides, food and drinks! We have a delicious southern lunch at The Old Mill and check out the most historic spot in Pigeon Forge, finally get to ride the famous (and infamous) Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride Adventure and it's everything we hoped it would be, we explore The Island, ride Pigeon Forge's newest ride, Skyfly Soar America, made by Dynamic Attractions (who also worked on Soarin' at Disney World and E.T. at Universal Studios), ride some fun rides including the Smoky Mountain Wheel, of course sampled some moonshine, see live music, shop and drive the Pigeon Forge Parkway (US-441) main drag and see some of the wild building facades on this popular tourist corridor! All with perfect weather, blue skies and views of the Smoky Mountains looming in the distance! A beautiful and perfect first time exploring Pigeon Forge! Have you been here? What's your favorite thing to do?

[@sharonholt3118]

Thank you for visiting one of Tennessee’s most popular attractions (town). People come from all over the world to see Pigeon Forge TN. Loved your video ❤

[@raizedbynerdz8718]

Took my son on the Jurassic ride. He loved it being Autistic and loves dinosaurs. As a parent, waste of money, but he enjoyed it. That is the main thing. Way overcharged

[@nyocc718]

Tennessee is like my 2nd home I love Pigeon Forge is very nice

[@lizpunzalan4902]

I to am a souvenir photo buyer especially if my kids are in. You wouldn’t regret it years later.

[@SuperEnthused]

And your kids will have those to look back on, best souvenirs!

[@RyanNodal305]

Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride!! An Adam the Woo and Carpetbagger favorite

[@SuperEnthused]

Haha well now that I’ve done it myself you can add a Super Enthused favorite to that list too!

[@jon4739]

Love seeing you guys in my "happy place". When everyone went to the beach when I was a kid my parents took me to the Smoky's. And we....hiked, and hiked and hiked and hiked. My parents instilled a love of that area into my heart. fast forward many years and I passed on my love to my wife who also has a love of the outdoors. Fast forward quite a few more years and we ended up buying a vacation home that overlooked Mt Leconte. We raised our girls in that cabin going there every time we had a chance. Fast forward a few more years and the wild fires in 2016 destroyed our little cabin. Broke our hearts to lose something that was so ingrained in our family unit. We rebuilt and ended up selling it as it was not the same little cabin that held all of our memories. And now we still take our girls up there we just rent certain cabins of people we have known for years in the Arts and Crafts District outside of Gatlinburg. I will not barrage you with recommendations as I am sure your trip is already finished and you had it planned out already but if you ever plan to go back I have quite a bit of knowledge I would happily pass on that would really create a magical experience for you guys that is outside of the standard tourist stuff. Anyway thanks for the video and glad to see you two having so much fun :)

[@NoxCattus]

We moved to Sevierville last year. None of my coworkers are the go out and explore type and we haven't been able to find anywhere not overrun with tourists. I've only been to Gatlinburg twice even... I know I'm not the video host, but would love any insights/suggestions you may have :)

[@jon4739]

@@NoxCattus HA! Yea that traffic is NOT cool. Years ago they would have down times but they have all gone away now. We know all of the back roads to get into the Smoky's and Gatlinburg and how to get around Pigeon Forge. As for recs I will just do some quick ones not to tie up the comment section. 1. Arts and Crafts District just out of Gatlinburg. Awesome Art Galleries, Tapas bars and British pubs. Also there is a very historic Inn B&B..The Buckhorn Inn. prior presidents have stayed there and you can get dinner reservations even if you do not stay there but book early. The GreenBriar entrance to the Smokeys is also on that side of the Arts and Crafts district and this is where the locals go to hike. Much less congested and great trails that will take you up Mt Leconte. I have other recs but I will leave it there for now. Hope you figure out how to traverse that place. Once you do it becomes much more enjoyable :) I have even cycled up to Clingmans Dome on my bike ( got to start that one around 0400 in the morning to beat the traffic LOL!

[@janeclay9684]

What a fun day!

[@Just_a_guy06]

Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg have become our family’s go to for vacation now. The area is beautiful, the people are so friendly and we just love being there.

[@hillorisartin6129]

Pigeon forge is my favorite vacation spot. So much fun.

[@MikoHazuki_247]

One of the best things about living in middle TN is knowing I can be in Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg in a few short hours! Dollywood is my absolute favorite non-Disney/Universal theme park & The Apple Barn (and its restaurant) is a MUST visit every trip!

[@alexandramacias6385]

Yummmm Apple Barn 🤤

[@amloyd77]

I ate at The Apple Barn last week!

[@heathercantrall2918]

Same! And we eat there every trip! The fritters!

[@Mooshel]

We love the apple barn! They have the best breakfast!

[@bradleydolinger]

Same. I can make the trip in about an hour and a half I almoast prefer to go here over anywhere else.

[@Ed-R]

Hi Jackie and Sam. You're not weird, everyone who doesn't watch Expedition Enthused are the weird ones. Thank you for bringing us along for the Super Fun Day. Now on to the next Adventure.

[@jordankennedy8421]

Yes so excited you are there !!!

[@sarahwood8484]

I work at the beef jerky store on the Island. Had I known you would be there, I'd have hooked you up with road snacks!

[@SuperEnthused]

Aw man!!!! That woulda been so cool. Thank u tho, that’s really cool of u!

[@Arista177]

It looks so fun for Sam and you.

[@AngelaSmith-zi9gz]

Welcome to my home have fun thanks for all vlogs

[@andreas6894]

“Expedition Enthused” - Love it!!! ❤️

[@msc1064]

Great video

[@bethanym723]

Glad to have you in my stomping grounds Jackie

[@hillorisartin6129]

My son loves the rope course. That's a must do when we go.

[@marypettyfer4640]

Thank you and Sam God bless you 🙏🏼 😊 ❤♥️

[@SuperEnthused]

Bless you, Mary!!

[@firstumc4221]

Thanks for visiting and filming. My daughter has not been up there since she was 5 so we are going in three weeks. Oh she is 33 now. lol

[@SuperEnthused]

How exciting!!

[@contessalouannec8064]

Jackie Great place to visit. Have a wonderful time. Thank You for sharing.

[@mistys.1160]

Just there 3 weeks ago! Ate at Old Mill and I could have devoured a bucket of that corn chowder.

[@VincentJ55]

We are so excited to see you and Sam back in our neck of the woods. Pigeon Forge is about 2 hours away from my hometown. It's awesome to see our favorite youtuber enjoying things that we know and love. Can't wait for more. We are excited and ENTHUSED Jackie!!!

[@dennissmith5807]

Can’t say this enough. Jurassic Boat Ride rules.

[@SuperEnthused]

It does!!!

[@VincentJ55]

We ate checking everyday Jackie. Super Enthused and Excited. Suspense is KILLING US LOL!!!

[@SuperEnthused]

Hhaah it's taking forever to get these road trip vids out bc I'm exhausted at the end of every day, but so far I'm backed up like 4-5 vids!! Hopefully the next vid will be out tomorrow or Sat!

[@VincentJ55]

@@SuperEnthused YAAAY!!!! You enjoy your stay Jackie. We are anxiously but patiently waiting. I know they'll be worth every minute.

[@wendykieffer9567]

I love pigeon forge TN. One of my favorite places. I really enjoy hanging out at the Island

[@IamKayRenee]

Your videos are literally the best in this category. Very clearly footage, get information, and we can see you really enjoy what you do. Thank you Jackie!

[@SuperEnthused]

Ok but this means the world to me, thank you sooo much!!

[@AncientWolfHowl61]

Pigeon Forge certainly looks like a fun place. I love watching Jacob the Carpetbagger’s vids, he really knows all the ins and outs. It was so much fun watching you both experience it together, you found many of the interesting attractions and eateries, it truly is a fun hub of activities. Jackie, it’s so much fun watching you experience all these new places! I think you made a great decision to take this trip, setting out on New Adventures! Thanks for bringing us along! 😄

[@1anastudent]

If you go to one of the dinners with a show, I recommend pirates. Be careful with the traffic, it bottlenecks everywhere. Gatlinburg has even more traffic

[@NoBSEateries]

Southern food is the best! I love chicken and dumplings. Pigeon Forge is such a neat city! -S

[@donoakes85]

I was just in Pigeon Forge and nearly did the Jurassic boat ride, as in, I was parked out the front. After seeing this, I am glad I changed my mind and left lol

[@melissajensen3166]

Great video Expedition Enthused. Pigeon Forge is on my bucket list. Can’t wait for the next video. Have a blast!

[@Brenda-qt4sp]

Love seeing Sam Love you both❤

[@teridavis3939]

We had the best time there last august. So glad you are there

[@macook987]

old Mill. Great food. Last time we visited we happen to run into a wedding on the rocks below taking place. Took pics and sent them to the bride. We were up on the side street looking towards the restaurant so we had the perfect view.

[@stephgilliam]

That dinosaur ride looks right up my alley!

[@lizpunzalan4902]

I hope you get to Dollywood their flower and festival is not to be missed. ( and I grew up Disney and even had my wedding at the pavilion and reception at Epcot’s living with the seas ( years ago back then it was very reasonably priced). And I still think Dollywood does a spectacular job on their already beautifuly themed park.

[@reedb1961]

So glad you visited our favorite vacation spot. Nice to see someone else's perspective.

[@ciadaclark9110]

I have family in shelbyville tn. I love watching the adventures say hello to Sam .love u jackie

[@muthergoose4084]

welcome to one of my favorite places on earth. There are so many things to see/do there. make sure to do the Alpine racers, and eat at Paula Deans. Also, check out Lil Black Bear Cafe. Small place, family owned and the staff there are so incredbily nice. Can't wait to see you at Dollywood. Get that Cinnamon bread! And can't wait to see you do Lighting Rod!!!!! hahahaaaaaa I cannot wait for your reaction video. Have a great time!

[@JustAlanDoingAlanThings]

I've been inspired to write a poem for no particular reason. We started off with something Smokey On a day that proved kinda hokey. Went on the slowest boat ride ever With some Dinos that didn't look too clever. Went on a big wheel oh so high Your toes were dangling in the sky. Nothing we did was dull or boring, Especially the ride that was a copy of soarin Nearly got whiplash on a parrot that was spinning But with Jackie & Sam we're always winning. So this video was definitely NOT a crock We even saw a Catfish sucking a rock.

[@karenmann298]

I also like how the non chain hotels try to personalize your stay. Ours had fire pits and offered s’mores making supplies every night. Simple but nice.

[@jif3282]

You guys are awesome! Have fun on your trip, thanks for letting us tag along. #ExpeditionEnthused lives on!!! Sam, most excellent choice of clothing. Jackie your scared little yelps at the dinosaurs is too cute. Keep being awesome!

[@TotlKaos]

We usually visit the Smokie's twice a year. But be careful! Rod runs and other vehicle shows will really make it crazy. We try to go before the season really starts kicking and after the season is over staying away from the Christmas holiday. We have been there during the holiday and it was not as enjoyable as other times with the crowds. Doing this makes for a great vacation. Only downside during those times is most everything closes by 9pm.. We have stayed at the Island for 5 trips so far.. need to start looking at other options now.

[@kayAc92]

no way Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg is my fav ever! So stoked to watch your adventure there!

[@SBTCP]

You guys are not weirdo you guys are very nice 😊 people to be honest.

[@btc16]

Can't wait for more!!!

[@reneebarrow4697]

If you are still in Pigeon Forge, go to Dolly's Stampede and the Hatfields and Mccoys dinner show. Eat at the Alamo for steak. Definitely don't forget to go to Cades Cove. Get there early and make a couple of trips around the loop and make sure you check out the old homes and churches, the visitor center area, and keep an eye out for deer, bear, fox, coyote, etc. BUT KEEP YOUR DISTANCE.

[@emilyn9230]

Yess!! I absolutely love Pigeon Forge!! My fav attraction is that beautiful Titanic museum. I’m a huge huge Titanic fan and that museum is incredible! Also Pigeon Forge has the best food!!

[@melynn_0355]

oh cool! ill be visiting there in like two days! so excited

[@dkylewhitley]

We go to Pigeon Forge almost every year! It's so awesome to see you guys visiting as well! Between Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Dollywood there is so much to do! You can go back multiple times and still try all new things!

[@SuperEnthused]

Soooo much to do!

[@glennw5182]

G'Day from Australia, i love your videos , thanks for lettings us come along on your adventures , ive followed you for a while and thoroughly enjoy them all , luv you guys xxx

[@SuperEnthused]

Thank you so much, Glenn!!

[@Todell78]

I love you are visiting a place I’m so close to and have spent so much of my life visiting. There’s so much to do in the area!

[@KR-sh6rm]

Loving your road trip videos! If you are still in the area, highly recommend The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City NC (about 60 miles from Pigeon Forge.) Authentic full size diesel and steam train tours. The Nantahala Gorge train excursion will take your breath away! Depending on time of year, they have a wine train, moonshine train, Bunny hop train, BBQ train, Polar Express train. Even if there is not currently a special event, the daily train over the Gorge is still outstanding! A real must see and worthy addition to your road trip to do list! Eagerly anticipating your next video! Safe travels!

[@jarinielsenmusiclab]

Hey Jackie good vlog and thank you and keep up the good work you do love jari

[@britneybxoxo]

I've been so excited for you to visit my home state. Welcome to Tennessee!!

[@TennesseeMatt]

Looks like you had a great time! Always good to see people enjoying this area. 😃

[@SuperEnthused]

It’s a beautiful area, as you know haha! Y’all have so much to see and do, the whole state!

[@Steven-zf7yp]

Thank you for a great update I love Pigeon Forge

[@doreenbonosconi879]

Pigeon Forge area is my happy place!

[@cheryldailey5310]

Pigeon Forge reminds me of Branson, MO. Thanks for bringing us on your adventure. ❤

[@carlavision6143]

Really enjoyed your video! I wouldn't get on that ferris wheel because, I'm afraid of heights! Never had moonshine either!

[@SuperEnthused]

It helps that it’s enclosed

[@ashleyr.8505]

I love being in Middle Tennessee! So close to such fun areas.

[@SuperEnthused]

Sooo many cool and different things to see and do around here!

[@Corgis175]

Loved the Imax type ride. You are a great couple together.

[@singlerideradventures6621]

The island looks like International drive, but with a Tennessee twist. A charming, fun, welcoming place

[@SuperEnthused]

Totally, we thought the same thing!

[@AtlasAir767CA]

Wow another fantastic video! Love how positive and happy you and Sam are. It’s so refreshing watching your videos and your honesty on rides and giving such a detailed content. Can’t wait to see more!

[@spookerredmenace3950]

i love Sam's Bill and Ted shirt! most excellent!

[@kellygirl6911]

So Beautiful ❤

[@thecnnrfamily1417]

Love your reaction to the rides and that you showed so many things that others haven’t shown. Excellent fun like always we love it

[@teresacooper5654]

I absolutely love ❤️ Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg!! I hope you guys are having a wonderful vacation and I can’t wait to see all the videos!!!

[@julianryll755]

GREAT FUN

[@TheThomaswilliams16]

Great video! My son, Matt, did your moonshine tasting! I think he’s the best! :)

[@SuperEnthused]

How cool!! He is the best!!! He was so fun and great!

[@TheThomaswilliams16]

@@SuperEnthused He loves it there and meeting all the customers that come through. He’s a talker (aka trashtalker) so he’s in his element. Love my kid! Thank you for including him in your video!

[@debbiebaker8489]

My family always does the Jurassic Boat Adventure. It is a tradition every trip. I live about 3 hours away in Chattanooga TN. Y'all should visit Chattanooga. It is beautiful and full of great things to do.

[@laurapereiramalone5257]

I was there at Christmas! It was like being in a hallmark movie! The town as well as Dollywood, we’re heading back May 21, because we loved it so much we got season tickets for Dollywood. And we live near Boston, Ma. So I’m planning being there for every season!

[@jm92gt03gt]

We are thinking of going next year, So this video is very helpful.

[@masters1313]

Thanks again Jackie & Sam! This brings back memories....... Great to see You Both having a great time!!

[@cynthiaparris7549]

Love the Old Mill, I love the Smokey Mountains Period. Hope to be there in July. We try to go every year. We really enjoy the Hatfield n McCoy show. Good food , great show. Have fun be safe. ❤ ❤

[@kkplayrush]

Great place to visit!

[@Crazyace3]

I’m loving these travel Vlogs, nice job!!!

[@kimberlyshalaby1134]

Hello Jackie, & Sam! So good to see you both! I hope you both have a very enjoyable time here in The Great Smokey Mountains! So glad you are getting a chance to visit other parks.

[@emilyfrumker9527]

I love mellow mushroom too my fav pizza place I have been to many of them

[@wdwlarkey5214]

Nice i love it in gaitlinburg and pigeon forge. Dollywood is so fun too

[@suthius85]

I definitely plan on taking my wife and kids to PF this year. Dollywood is a must!

[@jeffm4257]

Thanks!

[@SuperEnthused]

Thank you SO MUCH!!! Truly appreciate it!

[@meshacaudle2551]

soo cool 😎 Thank you for sharing

[@kelseyleach7302]

We visit here at least three or four times a year. Our favorite things are Dollywood, Parrot Mountain, Pigeon Forge Snow, walking through Gatlinburg, hanging out in the large grass area by the new Guy Fieti restaurant, and so much more.

[@jagmaida5074]

I'm looking forward to the Dollywood video that I'm sure is coming since I've never been there and want to go

[@normalincoln8502]

Absolutely beautiful Tennessee is. Have a blast you two. Looking forward to the next vlog

[@justinmartin3055]

I love it their

[@charliehigdon3540]

I live nearby that town! It’s a fun place!

[@HangingwiththeCrazyCrew]

Looks like yall had a GREAT time!! I love the Jurassic Boat Ride too, I'm a sucker for old cheesy rides like that and SkyFly was amazing!! We love going to the Pigeon Forge area, there is always something different to do. It was so great meeting yall and hopefully we will see you two again soon!!

[@SuperEnthused]

So great meeting you!! We definitely had so much fun but need to get back to do more!!

[@JoeVol5249]

My wife and I recently moved to the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area. We love living here. Glad y’all are getting to experience the area!

[@bjornemccomb8262]

Was here in 2019 and went to Dollywood and did Crave Mini Golf, I wanna go back SO BADLY!!! Tennessee is gorgeous!

[@sparkleypegs8350]

You seem a lot more natural in these recent vids and I am liking it. Be the real you, its working.

[@SuperEnthused]

I’ve always been the real me :)

[@marykeith2916]

Ripley's believe it or not museum, Alpine Slide, also they have a motown tribute show, next time you go back you should do it

[@71tarheelfan]

I love Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg!! I've been a few times and really want to get back there and soon.

[@SBTCP]

Yes 👍 🙌 👏🏻 agree Jurassic jungle boat adventure is definitely on my top of the list and also after is definitely earthquake at gatlynburg Tennesee.

[@roxannesimpson5736]

Loved it. Never been there. Thanks for taking us along.

[@nancyinsinga4607]

Hi guys enjoyed this vlog so much to see thanks for sharing and taking us along have a wonderful time

[@selmerslasher6964]

Glad y’all are enjoying our beautiful state of Tennessee