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Visitors walk through the underwater tunnel at Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, surrounded by sharks, rays, and tropical fish on a rainy day in the Smoky Mountains.

Rainy Day in the Smokies? Here's Exactly What to Do in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge

The Smoky Mountains get over 55 inches of rain a year, and afternoon thunderstorms in summer are a near-daily feature — but Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are among the best-equipped towns in the country for exactly this situation. From Ripley's Aquarium and Dollywood's indoor NightFlight Expedition to the Titanic Museum, moonshine tastings, and the one outdoor option most people overlook entirely — here's the complete rainy day guide for the Smokies.

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