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Relaxed 3-Day Road Trip Itinerary from Oklahoma City to Pigeon Forge with 6 Hours Driving Daily

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Day 1: Oklahoma City to Little Rock

Oklahoma City, OK to Little Rock, AR on August 3, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Café Kacao

Enjoy a quick and delicious breakfast with Mexican-inspired pastries and specialty coffee before heading out. Café Kacao opens at 7:00am.
USD10, 45m

8:15am

Drive from Oklahoma City to Little Rock

Embark on a scenic 5.5-hour drive east to Little Rock along I-40, making stops for fuel or rest breaks as needed.
USD0, 5h30m

1:45pm

Lunch at The Root Café

Savor farm-to-table dishes focusing on Southern and locally sourced ingredients at this popular café in downtown Little Rock. Open 11am-2:30pm.
USD18, 1h

2:45pm

Visit Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site

Discover the site central to civil rights history. The visitor center opens from 9am to 5pm for educational tours and exhibits.
USD0, 1h15m

4:00pm

Check into hotel and rest

Take time to relax and unwind at your Little Rock accommodation after your day's travel.
USD0, n/a

6:30pm

Dinner at Doe's Eat Place

Enjoy an early southern-style steak dinner at this longstanding Little Rock restaurant. Open until 9pm.
USD30, 1h30m
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Day 2: Little Rock to Knoxville

Little Rock, AR to Knoxville, TN on August 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Mylo Coffee Co.

Grab specialty coffee and light breakfast pastries at this local favorite, opening at 7am.
USD10, 45m

8:15am

Drive from Little Rock to Knoxville

Head east on I-40 for an approximately 6-hour drive through Arkansas and Tennessee toward Knoxville, with opportunities to pause for rest.
USD0, 6h

2:15pm

Lunch at Tupelo Honey Cafe

Taste Southern comfort food made with a modern twist in a warm setting. Open until 3pm.
USD22, 1h

3:15pm

Visit World's Fair Park

Stretch your legs in this scenic park featuring the Sunsphere and beautiful surroundings. Open daily from dawn to dusk.
USD0, 1h

4:15pm

Check into hotel and rest

Relax at your hotel in Knoxville and prepare for the final day of travel.
USD0, n/a

6:30pm

Dinner at Calhoun's on the River

Enjoy delicious barbecue and a view of the Tennessee River. Open until 9pm.
USD28, 1h30m
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Day 3: Knoxville to Pigeon Forge

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

7:30am

Breakfast at Rembrandt's Coffee House

Begin the day with freshly brewed coffee and breakfast sandwiches at this cozy spot open from 7am.
USD10, 45m

8:15am

Drive from Knoxville to Pigeon Forge

Take the approximately 1-hour scenic drive southeast into the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains.
USD0, 1h

9:15am

Explore Dollywood theme park

Spend your day enjoying rides, shows, and attractions at Dollywood, one of Pigeon Forge’s premier destinations. Open 10am-6pm in August.
USD85, 6h

3:30pm

Check into lodging

Rest and refresh at your hotel or cabin after an exciting day at Dollywood.
USD0, n/a

6:30pm

Dinner at The Local Goat

Finish your day with locally sourced American cuisine and craft beers at this popular Pigeon Forge spot. Open until 9pm.
USD25, 1h30m
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