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I don't know how much of your trip is planned on visiting the national park, and how much you plan to visit local attractions. The parks in Gatlinburg are closer to the park. If you plan on visiting local attractions in Gatlinburg; parking is very scarce especially for a big pick up truck. You will for the most part be limited to using a paid lot and walking around town. The attractions and restaurants in Pigeon Forge seem to have fairly decent parking.
If you choose to stay in Pigeon Forge, as I mentioned before, there is a bypass around Gatlinburg to get to the park. There is also a Gatlinburg trolley system that has a station along the 5 mile or so road between the 2 that offers free parking and a trolley available into Gatlinburg. FYI; The Peddler is one of a very few places in Gatlinburg that has parking.
I'm sure you've done research and seen the numerous hiking trails and drives in the park; it should be really beautiful in April.
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