Nonprofit organization in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

The Sugarlands Visitor Center is a travel agency located at 1420 Fighting Creek Gap Road in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States. This center serves as a starting point for exploring the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where visitors can pick up maps and newspapers, speak with knowledgeable rangers, and purchase books and guides about the park. The center is one of four visitor centers within the park, along with Oconaluftee, Cades Cove, and Clingmans Dome. Additionally, visitors can see historic gristmills like Cable Mill and Mingus Mill, which offer demonstrations of corn meal milling. The Sugarlands Visitor Center is located near the mid-point of the 11-mile Cades Cove Loop Road and 2 miles north of Cherokee, NC on US 441. Proceeds from purchases at the park's official online store, operated by the nonprofit Smokies Life, go towards educational, scientific, and historical projects within the park.

Mannis Branch Falls is a popular tourist attraction located in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States. This institution is known for its stunning waterfalls, including Grotto, Laurel, Abrams, Rainbow, and many others. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where Mannis Branch Falls is situated, is home to over 200,000 visitors who come to hike the well-worn trails and experience the beauty of the waterfalls. The park is abundant with rainfall, making it the perfect environment for waterfalls to thrive. Visitors can enjoy a variety of waterfalls, ranging from smaller cascades to larger, more dramatic falls like Abrams Falls and Ramsey Cascades. It is important for visitors to plan ahead and prioritize water safety, as drowning is a leading cause of death in the park.

Alf Reagan House is a historic log building located along the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This institution is part of the park's impressive collection of over 90 preserved or rehabilitated historic structures, including houses, barns, churches, and gristmills. Visitors can explore these unique buildings at various locations such as Cades Cove, Cataloochee, and Oconaluftee, with self-guiding auto tour booklets available to enhance the experience. Many of these structures, including the Alf Reagan House, are listed in the National Register of Historic Places, showcasing the rich history and heritage of the communities that once thrived in the area. Preservation efforts have been made to maintain these sites for current and future interpretation, offering visitors a glimpse into the past.