4 Breweries in Pigeon Forge and the Smoky Mountains

The Smoky Mountains are known for a number of distilleries that produce and serve authentic moonshines, whiskeys, bourbons and more. But perhaps a cold one is more of your style than a glass of the strong stuff! Sit back and relax with refreshing and fulfilling flavors at a craft brewery after all your exploring in the Smokies. A brew-tiful experience awaits at these 4 breweries in Pigeon Forge and the Smoky Mountains:

1. Smoky Mountain Brewery

Looking for a place to enjoy a good time complete with Smoky Mountain beer, food and plenty of TVs to watch the big game? Smoky Mountain Brewery is the perfect place! One of a couple breweries in Pigeon Forge not far from Vacation Lodge, this establishment in Lumberjack Square has its own handcrafted beers, cocktails, wines, bourbons and whiskeys to sip on as you enjoy wings, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, classic bar snacks and more. The beers here are micro-brewed in house in small batches that ensure top-notch taste and quality. Smoky Mountain Brewery also has a location in Gatlinburg on the Parkway.

2. Gatlinburg Brewing Company

A passion for craft beer grew into Gatlinburg Brewing Company! What started as a home-brewing hobby has now become one of the top spots for delicious beer in the Smoky Mountains. Gatlinburg Brewing Company serves craft beer and brick-oven pizza in a family-friendly environment at its locations in both Gatlinburg and Sevierville. Select from a number of drafts on tap or try some ciders, seltzers and craft cocktails as you chow down on piping-hot personal pizzas. Pro tip: the cheese sticks are a must as an appetizer!

3. Iron Forge Brewing Company

Sip on craft beer with a side of spectacular views of LeConte and the Little Pigeon River at Iron Forge Brewing Company! This 25,000-square-foot brewery welcomes visitors and locals alike to enjoy in-house brews in a welcoming environment perfect for meeting new friends. It features an in-house tasting room, an outdoor patio and an enclosed beer garden that provides stunning mountain and river views! A traditional American menu includes choices like wings, smash burgers, chicken choices, salads, wraps and even a kids menu. Iron Forge Brewing Company is located at 371 Lonesome Valley Road in Sevierville, just down the road from the Apple Barn and Cider Mill.

4. The Neighborhood Beer House

The most number of taps in all of East Tennessee can be found at The Neighborhood Beer House! Both family- and dog-friendly, this brewery has more than 50 beers on tap, specializing in local craft beer and serving both beer flights and growlers. Take in live music, play pub games, try your hand at trivia and enjoy the company of good people at The Neighborhood Beer House. You can find this community hub at 1448 Winfield Dunn Parkway in Sevierville in front of Green Olde Deal Antique Mall.

Enjoy a relaxing experience complete with authentic mountain tastes at these breweries in Pigeon Forge and the Smoky Mountains! Vacation Lodge in Pigeon Forge is the perfect place to stay this vacation with affordable, spacious hotel rooms you’re sure to love!