Gatlinburg Carry

[87iroc]

I am planning a trip to Gatlinburg with the family and some friends next week for a couple days. I did research and it appears that in TN signs carry the weight of law as well as I don't have to inform when approached by a Police Officer.

Anything else to watch for down there?

 

[looney2ns]

Great info: Handgunlaw.us

 

[wildcatze]

Gatlinburg is always a issue for me. I want to carry but I always end up drinking at the moon shine places and have to leave it in the hotel.

 

[Vigilant]

Lots of places in Gatlinburg are posted areas. Big boy rules apply, concealed is concealed after all!

 

[eldirector]

The biggest difference is that signs matter. They aren't all over, but there are a bunch.

 

[chipbennett]

We were there (technically, 95% of our time was in Pigeon Forge) late last month. The only place I saw posted as "no guns" was the crappiest restaurant I've ever eaten at in the area. Avoid Mama's Farmhouse on Pickel St. in Pigeon Forge, not only because they violate basic human rights, but also because their food is terrible.

 

[Joniki]

We were there (technically, 95% of our time was in Pigeon Forge) late last month. The only place I saw posted as "no guns" was the crappiest restaurant I've ever eaten at in the area. Avoid Mama's Farmhouse on Pickel St. in Pigeon Forge, not only because they violate basic human rights, but also because their food is terrible.

WOW! I was there last month as well and completely enjoyed my meal at the Farmhouse. I did notice the sign on the front door as I entered.

 

[numbaonecoltsfan]

We like the farmhouse too. Besides that I didn't notice any other signs.

 

[jd4320t]

Lots of places in Gatlinburg are posted areas. Big boy rules apply, concealed is concealed after all!

This.

Concealed is concealed. I carried everywhere in Gatlinburg. Either a Shield AIWB or LCP in my pocket.

 

[Tater36]

Dixie stampede, lumberjack dinner show and anything Dollywood related is posted no guns.

 

[cedartop]

We are down here now. Will probably spend tomorrow in Gatlinburg. The 8 or 9 previous times we have been here have been carry as usual.

 

[chipbennett]

WOW! I was there last month as well and completely enjoyed my meal at the Farmhouse. I did notice the sign on the front door as I entered.

We like the farmhouse too. Besides that I didn't notice any other signs.

Maybe it was because we go during the off/slow season. But when we were there, it was basically like bad/cheap buffet food, only it was served table-side/family-style.

 

[chipbennett]

Dixie stampede, lumberjack dinner show and anything Dollywood related is posted no guns.

I forgot that Dolly apparently hates the second amendment. No such problems, however, at Hatfield's & McCoys, Comedy Barn, etc.

 

[87iroc]

I have heard the Hatfiel and McCoy in conversations with our friends. I'm thinking we may end up there(unless there's somewhere else with a Hatfield and McCoy dinner show).

Thanks for the info. I don't plan on going to Pigeon Forge. With the short time we're there I hope to see the National Park and go through a few places in Gatlinburg and spend time in our cabin.

 

[SteveM4A1]

I'm going down in November, but hopefully will spend most of my time in the cabin with a coozie in hand. If you guys know any places specifically that are off limits in Gatlinburg (due to signage) and could let me know that would be great! I hate staring at doors for a few minutes each time to try and determine if I am legal or not...so stupid.

 

[wcd]

I'm going down in November, but hopefully will spend most of my time in the cabin with a coozie in hand. If you guys know any places specifically that are off limits in Gatlinburg (due to signage) and could let me know that would be great! I hate staring at doors for a few minutes each time to try and determine if I am legal or not...so stupid.

Things to be aware of to be legal posting it must be prominently displayed. Also if you were to carry in a posted area and were forced to use your firearm you could not be charged for carrying in a gfz.

Also be sure to check out Smokie mountain gun and knife. Nice people and good people prices especially for being in tourist trap central.

Oh Dollywood since she supports Hillary and is anti second amendment not a dime will I spend there.

 

[Restroyer]

I heard Buds Guns now has a store & range in Sevierville, TN. right outside Pigeon Forge. So I have been told - I have not been in that area for a couple years.

 

[cedartop]

I heard Buds Guns now has a store & range in Sevierville, TN. right outside Pigeon Forge. So I have been told - I have not been in that area for a couple years.

They do. It is right across from Smokey Mountain Knife Works. We plan on checking it out Thursday.

 

[ChrisK]

I heard Buds Guns now has a store & range in Sevierville, TN. right outside Pigeon Forge. So I have been told - I have not been in that area for a couple years.

Bud's has a great indoor range.... Dollywood is not owned by Dolly, it's owned by the family that basically owns Branson... I have family that works corporate at Dollywood.

 

[Indy317]

A couple of years ago Ober Gatlinburg at the top of Ski Mountain was posted. Can't remember if the mall that their tram station is part of/next to was posted or not.