Nestled at the base of the Great Smoky Mountains is Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, a small town making a name for itself as a nature enthusiast's dream vacation spot. Pleasant weather months are filled with activities that include zip-lining through the mountains, canoeing, fishing, horseback riding and hiking. The Pigeon Forge Winterfest festival during fall and winter months highlights the natural beauty of the area by creating a winter wonderland which holiday songs herald and stories have immortalized.