Parrot Mountain and Gardens in Pigeon Forge lives up to its name. The grounds are an amazing place to visit for people of all ages (no matter whether they start out as bird lovers or not), and guests will see something new every time they come. The grounds encompass four acres of green scenery in beautiful Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
History
It is currently considered the biggest “eco-tourist” bird attraction in the entire Southeast United States. Even the Duggar's have visited and been inspired by not only the beauty but also the religious undertones that drive the staff to care for these birds. The attraction has been open since 2002 and highlights over 100 different species of birds, some of which even know how to talk!
Attractions
Prepare to be taken aback by the awe-inspiring beauty of the hundreds of unique tropical birds that live amongst the thousands of species plants, flowers, and trees.
Admission is required for access to the grounds. Full price is charged for adults and children older than 12, while a discounted admission is charged for seniors and children from 2 to 11. There are also group discounted rates available for groups that have more than 25 people. These groups must reserve time to visit in advance to receive the discount.
The first stop on the tour of the gardens is to notice the stone fence that has been dry stacked and extends for 200 feet. This fence, similar to those found in Ireland, is a reproduction of a fence found in “Stairway to Paradise,” a Thomas Kinkade painting.
Entering into the gardens, you are led down landscaped pathways, lined with field stones that have been naturally harvested for the garden. These paths display one of the most popular parts of the attraction, the parrot cottages. Each cottage is made to be as unique as the parrot who lives in it. With a variety of different architectural roof styles, like clay tile, water reed, slate, and cedar shake, the cottages seem more like a miniature village than a collection of bird cages.
Also on display along the paths are other tropical birds that sit on perches in the open air. It is as close to many people come to see these types of creatures in nature! At the end of the pathway is a yellow door while welcomes visitors into the “secret” garden, where magpies, toucan, hornbills, and other birds are allowed to fly freely. On the other side of the garden are more birds. These birds can be fed by hand with seed that can be purchased from the garden.
Parrot Mountain and Gardens, 1471 McCarter Hollow Road, Pigeon Forge, TN, 37862, Phone: 865-774-1749, Map
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