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Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts in Gatlinburg: tickets, hours & planning tips

Gatlinburg has one ice cream shop: Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts. This guide pulls together what visitors most want to know — tickets, hours, what to expect, parking, and how to plan the rest of the day around it — without pretending this is a competitive ranking.

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Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts in Gatlinburg
#1 Top Rated
9.4

Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts

Mad Dog's draws visitors with fresh-made donuts that many claim beat the competition, particularly the maple-bacon variety. The ice cream selection impresses with rich, creamy flavors and fun options like cotton candy, shaved ice, and the Instagram-worthy cloud ice cream (cotton candy wrapped around cones). While most visitors rave about the quality, a few note that prices run higher than expected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best ice cream shops in Gatlinburg?

Based on our TSM Score™ rankings, Mad Dog's Creamery & Donuts is currently the top-rated ice cream shop in Gatlinburg with a rating of 4.6 from 2,209 reviews.

How many ice cream shops are there in Gatlinburg?

We currently track 1 Ice Cream shop in Gatlinburg, all rated and reviewed by real visitors. Our list is updated regularly as new businesses open and reviews come in.

When is the best time to visit ice cream shops in Gatlinburg?

The best time depends on your trip style. Peak weekends bring the most demand, while weekdays and shoulder seasons are usually easier for parking, reservations, and better lodging value.

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