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Scenic Road Trip from Oklahoma City to Pigeon Forge with Leisurely Stops

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Day 1: Oklahoma City to Fort Smith

Oklahoma City, OK to Fort Smith, AR on August 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Kitchen No. 324

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Kitchen No. 324, known for fresh farm-to-table American breakfast classics in a cozy setting. Opens at 7:00am.
USD15, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Fort Smith, AR

Begin the approximately 3.5 hour drive from Oklahoma City to Fort Smith, enjoying the scenic highways eastward.
USD0, 3h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Seven Seas Restaurant

Enjoy a delicious southern style lunch in downtown Fort Smith, famous for its catfish and friendly atmosphere. Open 11am to 3pm weekdays.
USD18, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Fort Smith National Historic Site

Explore artifacts and historical buildings that tell the story of the Old West and the Indian Territory frontier. Site open 9am-5pm.
USD8, 1h30m

3:00pm

Check into hotel and relax

Settle in for the evening in Fort Smith to rest after your drive.
USD0, n/a

6:30pm

Dinner at Doe's Eat Place

Dine on iconic steaks and traditional sides at Doe's Eat Place, a casual yet beloved steakhouse open until 9pm.
USD30, 1h30m
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Day 2: Fort Smith to Nashville

Fort Smith, AR to Nashville, TN on August 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Black Apple

Enjoy artisan coffee and fresh pastries at this charming local café before leaving Fort Smith. Opens at 7:30am.
USD10, 45m

8:45am

Drive to Nashville, TN

Depart on a roughly 6-hour drive toward Nashville, Tennessee, passing through scenic parts of Arkansas and crossing into Tennessee.
USD0, 6h

2:45pm

Lunch at Hattie B's Hot Chicken

Sample Nashville’s iconic spicy hot chicken at Hattie B's, a beloved local eatery open until 10pm.
USD18, 1h

3:45pm

Explore Centennial Park

Relax and stroll in Centennial Park to see the Parthenon replica and enjoy the urban green space. Open 6am–11pm.
USD0, 1h15m

5:00pm

Check into hotel and rest

Relax and recharge at your Nashville accommodation after your long drive.
USD0, n/a

7:00pm

Dinner at The Stillery

Enjoy casual southern-inspired dishes and cocktails in a relaxed atmosphere. Open until 10pm.
USD25, 1h30m
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Day 3: Nashville to Pigeon Forge

Nashville, TN to Pigeon Forge, TN on August 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pancake Pantry

Start early with a legendary breakfast at the Pancake Pantry, famed for its variety of pancakes. Opens 7:00am.
USD12, 1h

9:00am

Drive to Pigeon Forge, TN

Travel the final approximately 3.5-hour drive east to Pigeon Forge, arriving in the beautiful foothills of the Smoky Mountains.
USD0, 3h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Local Goat

Enjoy locally-sourced American fare with mountain views in Pigeon Forge. Open from 11am.
USD20, 1h

1:30pm

Explore The Island in Pigeon Forge

Spend your afternoon at The Island entertainment complex featuring shops, rides, and the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel. Open noon to 10pm.
USD30, 2h

3:30pm

Check into Pigeon Forge hotel

Settle in and relax before your first evening in this mountain town.
USD0, n/a

6:00pm

Dinner at Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen

Experience Southern hospitality and classic comfort food served family style. Open until 9pm.
USD28, 1h30m
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