Your Smokey Mountain Getaway: Gatlinburg, Tennessee

The Great Outdoors

Great Smokey Mountains National Park boasts 150 hiking trails, including the original Appalachian trail. Waterfalls, wildlife and vistas await you around every corner. You can also take a scenic drive on Newfound Cap Road with many highlights along the way. You can opt to take a four mile hike to Ramses Cascades, the tallest waterfalls in the Smokies.

Back in town, pay a visit to the Gatlinburg Skypark and take the Skylift to the very top. Take in the views from the longest pedestrian cable bridge in North America. A truly unforgettable experience!

Another great way to take in the abundance of nature is a rafting tour with award winning SMO Rafting. This family owned company offers the longest Whitewater trip on the Pigeon River.

Ober Mountain Ski Area and Adventure Park

This is way more than just a ski resort! Ober Mountain offers year round activities for all ages. In the warmer months, enjoy mountain biking, wildlife encounters, coaster, summer tubing, the alpine slide and more. During winter, you can expect all the usual winter sports, plus their Snow Zone, a fun play area for the younger crowd.

For the Kids

There's plenty of fun to be had for kids and teens who need a little rest from all the action. Spend an afternoon at the Hollywood Star Cars Museum, or the Gatlinburg Pinball Museum. Feel like taking on a challenge? Check out the escape rooms from Breakout Games or Gatlin's Escape Games. Perfect families, teen groups, even adult groups!

Craving a little more competition? Spend a day playing laser tag at Gatlin's Laser Tag and more. In addition to the tradition laser tag, you can try your hand at a laser maze, ride the bumper cars, and play mini golf.

Day Trips

Dollywood - Only nine miles from Gatlinburg, experience all that Dollywood has to offer.

Smith and Son Corner Kitchen: All-American menu and craft cocktails.

Log Cabin Pancake House: Family Owned Since 1976, this is the perfect place to take the family for a cozy breakfast.

Tennessee Jed's: A craft sandwich shop with slow cooked meats roasted daily.

The Peddler Steakhouse: Known for their hickory smoked steaks, The Peddler has become a go-to for visitors.

Maddog's Creamery and Donuts: The best place to stop for something sweet. They have a full selection of premium ice cream, donuts, milkshakes and more. They even have treats for your four-legged friend!