There are plenty of fun ways to spend your summer break in Gatlinburg but not all of them may be the most fun for your children. Finding kid friendly activities is always an important step to traveling especially if you are vacationing with family. Take a look at some of our family friendly summer activities in Gatlinburg you will find here.
Stop by Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
If you and the family are ever in need of a break from the outdoors, come visit Ripley’s Aquarium of the Rockies. The start of the art aquarium features over 10,000 exotic sea creatures in 10 different galleries. Incredible critters such as penguins, sharks, rays, and more will be on display and some in petting areas such as the Stingray Bay. Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies even has exciting events over the summer such as sleepovers for kids, sensory nights, and much more. Make sure to get a combo pass that gets you entry into the aquarium along with other Ripley’s attractions such as Believe It or Not!, Haunted Adventure, Marvelous Mirror Maze, Mountain Coaster, Davy Crockett Mini Golf, and much more. Ripley’s has all the fun for the kids here in Gatlinburg!
Visit Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park
Check out the thrilling adventure of a water park but indoors when you visit Wild Bear Falls Indoor Water Park! This spacious park is known for their retractable roof allowing it to be indoor or outdoor depending on the weather. Float along the lazy river for a relaxing time. Slide down one of two huge water slides or have the kids enjoy the interactive treehouse. There is plenty to enjoy at this water park!
Climb Up to Gatlinburg SkyLift Park
You and the family will be able to see all of Gatlinburg when you make the trek to SkyLift Park. Take the free scenic chairlift ride up to the park and see panoramic views of the region. Cross the SkyBridge, North America’s longest pedestrian rope bridge that has a glass floor in the middle. Climb up to Tulip Tower for the best views imaginable. Hike along the SkyTrail. There is so much to see and do when you take the family to SkyLift Park!
Gatlinburg this Summer
Treat your family to the most exciting summer adventure by planning a stay in Gatlinburg. Book one of our vacation cabins today and experience Gatlinburg (and all these summer activities in Gatlinburg) in the best way possible.
If there is someone in our lives who we must thank for everything, it will always be our mothers. They are who brought us into this world and continue to be one of our biggest supports throughout life. This year, show your mother how much you care for them by gifting them a trip to Gatlinburg. Our Tennessee home is the perfect place to spend Gatlinburg Mother’s Day with various activities. Take a look at what she can expect from such as trip:
Spa Time
Treat your mother to a wonderful spa experience at one of the many spas here in Gatlinburg. Fox Place Salon and Spa is a local favorite that features all the essential spa services in one convenient location. Fox Place offers services such as massages (including couples massage), body wraps and scrubs, detox packages, and facial services including microdermabrasion and chemical peels. Each therapist is highly trained at Fox Place to ensure your mother leaves completely satisfied. Other spa options in town also include Spas to Go and Relaxation Oasis Massage.
See the Views from SkyLift Park
If your mother is interested in seeing the incredible views around Gatlinburg head over to Gatlinburg SkyLift Park. This is one of the top attractions in the area and is sure to put a smile on her face. The activities at the park include riding the skylift and walking across the hanging bridge that features a glass floor in the middle! The walking trail is perfect for those who wish to see more of the forested scenery too.
Gatlinburg Mother’s Day Dinner
Make sure you keep your mother fed during your stay by having a Mother’s Day meal. Popular restaurants in town include Cherokee Grill and Steakhouse that offers a variety of steak and additional menu options. Calhoun’s in Gatlinburg is your top spot for all things BBQ. Cliff Top Restaurant is located at Anakeesta and shows off incredible views as you enjoy your meal. There is something for everyone here in town making sure she will have a meal to enjoy.
Mother’s Day is Almost Here
Make sure you do not hesitate and start planning for Gatlinburg Mother’s Day today. Our vacation rentals make for the perfect stay for your mother. Expect to find luxurious amenities inside making for the best Mother’s Day vacation yet.
Here in Tennessee, we look forward to the winter season each year. A variety of outdoor and indoor activities allow us to celebrate the holidays and this festive time of year. Take a look at what kind of Gatlinburg winter activities you can enjoy:
Hit the Slopes
Gatlinburg features a variety of fun and excitement when you hit the local ski trails in the area. Ober Gatlinburg is the local ski resort that features various slopes for skiing and snowboarding. Get your bearing down with an introductory lesson to help you navigate the starter slopes. Local gear shops feature some of the top gear you can acquire that will look stylish and help keep you warm. The Smoky Mountains is usually covered in snow every winter season so you can expect some of the best winter activities in the state!
Stay Warm at Ripley’s Aquarium
You can help stay warm for a few hours by visiting local attraction Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. This local aquarium features a variety of sea creatures from terrifying sharks to agile sting rays. The adorable penguins are always drawing a crowd and the glass bottom boat ride lets you see all of the fish swimming underneath you. Ripley’s Aquarium in the Smokies continues to remain open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM with additional safety precautions to ensure social distancing. Don’t miss out on the all-ages attraction here in Gatlinburg.
Check Out the Gatlinburg Trail
It might be chilly out, but you will love an experience hiking the Gatlinburg Trail. This trail is not found in the Smoky Mountains but instead just outside of the downtown neighborhood here in Gatlinburg. Walk this casual trail that follows the river as you check out many of our historical buildings. For those looking for more adventurous trails you can head out to Bullhead Trail or Twin Creeks Trail Trailhead. Make sure to dress for the occasion but also don’t forget your camera as the views around these trails are second to none.
Winter Has Never Been Better Than in Gatlinburg
Come see how you can experience your own winter adventure when you choose Gatlinburg for your next winter getaway. Our vacation rentals will keep you close by these winter activities while having plenty of amenities to keep you comfortable. Let Gatlinburg host your winter festivities.
In spite of the troubles going on in the world right now, time has continued to speed on by, and as we look at the calendars, many of us are surprised to discover that fall is just a few short weeks away! Offering the opportunity to forget about summer heat and new virus, these next few months are all about soft sweaters and vibrantly colored trees, pumpkin spice lattes and harvest moons, and hearty foods enjoyed in weather that is cool and crisp. If fall is your favorite soon and you find yourself longing to visit somewhere that offers a perfect representation of the season, a Gatlinburg vacation and a stay in one of our Cabin Rental Store fall escapes may be exactly what you need!
Smells Like Fall
Unlike winter, spring, and summer, fall has a scent that instantly transports you to its season, even if it’s January and you are bundled in winter coats and woolen socks. The smell of the first fire in the chimneys waft over the town, and the scents of pumpkin spice drinks and desserts fill our nostrils, as do the aromas of apples in all their forms. Nelson Farms, TN, located in the Arts and Crafts Community at 170 Glades Road has captured those scents, in the form of soaps and lotions and makes them available for purchase so as to be enjoyed during every season of the year!And when you visit their brick and mortar location, there’s no need to feel sad that you’ve fallen in love with their wares, because you can purchase everything you need and want in there online stores 24/7/365!
Tickles the Taste Buds
Just as the smell of fall can transport you, the tastes of the season are equally pleasing and equally powerful. The kitchens of our Cabin Rental Store autumn abodes are designed to be used, so why not take a rainy afternoon during your stay and create one of your favorite pumpkin dishes? Pumpkin pies made from fresh pumpkins you’ve purchased from the local Krogers have never tasted as sweet! And when the pies are ready to taste, the weather may be a little chilly outside but you will be cozy and warm, with a roaring fire in the fireplace, a hot beverage in one hand, and a slice of orange goodness on the plate in front of you!
Fall Frolics During Your Gatlinburg Vacation
Photographing the brilliantly colored trees, hiking along the trails in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, and watching your favorite Halloween classic cartoon; these are just a few of the fall adventures you can have when you choose Gatlinburg for your vacation getaway. Reserve your Gatlinburg vacation rental today!
As travel restrictions are slowly lifting, many people feel that if they don’t get out of their houses and go somewhere new, they might end up going slightly crazy! We feel the same way, but the only thing giving us pause is knowing that we still need to do our part by maintaining social distancing. Fortunately, for those planning a trip to Gatlinburg in one of our Cabin Rental Store all-American rentals, this is not an issue you will have to worry about. We’ve created this guide to the more isolated Gatlinburg activities you can enjoy during your once in a lifetime Tennessee travels, allowing you to skip the crowds and still have fun!
The Beauty of the Tennessee Landscape
To be honest, you don’t even need to leave your back porch to enjoy the beauty of the landscape, but a good hike in the woods is always worth the extra effort! Unfortunately, many trails can be crowded with leaf peepers and hikers, but there are still a few places that will make you feel as if you have the world to yourself. The Middle Prong Trail in nearby Tremont is once such hike, leading you to a series of waterfalls cascading over rocks and a large variety of photo opportunities that will definitely be worthy of framing.
Drop a Line in Peace and Quiet
Fishing is a sport that is best enjoyed alone, and there are many bodies of water in the Gatlinburg area in which you can drop your line and enjoy some peaceful moments. From the West Prong Little Pigeon River to Le Conte Creek, there are a plethora of secluded areas to hide away. If you have children, there are actually streams where they can easily fish, including a section of the Dudley Creek from the Highway 441 Bridge downstream to the West Prong Little Pigeon River. A trout farm in the city is restocked every Thursday making that day the only day you can’t fish inside the city limits and fishing licenses are required.
Rent One of Our Secluded Cabins and Enjoy Gatlinburg Activities
Not every property we own is in the middle of a neighborhood; some of our cabins are located in secluded spots where it will feel as if you are the only person in the world! Spending all your spare time in these warm and welcoming places will be the highlight of an already fantastic getaway, but only if you reserve yours today!
During the hard times, we all learn where our strengths lie, but if you are a business owner, you probably already know that your strengths lie in the ones that come into work every day, facing uncertainty with smiling faces! Your employees are the secret to your success, and when it’s time to reward them, a Gatlinburg retreat and a stay in one of our luxurious corporate retreats is one way to ensure they will feel appreciated.
Sanitized and Stylish
The pandemic has changed the way we look at life, and while location, style, and entertainment options are important, your first obligation to your employees is providing them with a home that is sanitized and stylish. We go above and beyond the guidelines of safety and cleanliness, and when you and your employees walk in the door, they won’t have any reason to worry. All surfaces will be sparkling clean, sanitized, and disinfected, and in today’s world, there’s nothing else you should expect!
Comfortable is the New Stylish
Modern homes can be all harsh lines and minimalist bland, but we know that the secret to happy guests is comfort. We offer kitchens with plenty of space and dining areas that allow all guests to sit together enjoying a good meal, a fun game, or simply a quiet conversation over coffee. The living areas boast state-of-the-art televisions, plush furnishings, and views of the Tennessee landscape that never cease to take our breath away! Our bedrooms are designed to be quiet places to retreat from the noise of the world. Outside, depending on your choice of property, you may find hot tubs, fire pits, or in a few cases, a private pool, ensuring the fun continues every minute of every day of your exciting stay in Tennessee. Team building exercises will be that much more fun when conducted in front of a roaring fire and a large selection of your employees’ favorite beverages at hand!
They Deserve A Gatlinburg Retreat!
Your employees have done so much for you and this little getaway will be the perfect way to show them you really do recognize their contributions to your successful business. Reserve your Gatlinburg retreat with The Cabin Rental Store today!
As the mercury rises and the days grow longer, we’re all waiting with bated breath for the most magical time of the year, and no, it’s not Christmas! Summer is just a few short weeks away, and after being cooped up inside for weeks, everyone we know is ready to spread their wings and fly! If your recent downtime was used to plan the Gatlinburg vacation of a lifetime, we are excited to offer this guide to Gatlinburg water activities that will ensure that every minute of your Tennessee trip is filled with fun and excitement!
Dollywood Splash Country
There’s no better way to keep cool on a hot summer’s day than with a visit to a water park, and Dollywood Splash Country is one of our favorite places on earth. Offering water slides with “death defying” drops, lazy rivers, and wave pools that replicate the ebb and flow of the ocean, Splash Country is no ordinary day at the park! Visitors with younger children will appreciate The Cascades portion with its misters, bubblers, and tadpole sized slides that allow them to mimic the fun their older siblings are having while remaining perfectly safe.
Did You Pack Your Tackle?
If there were a list of the top 100 fishing spots in America, we’re sure that Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountain region would be pretty close to the top of that list! From ponds in parks to rivers that run through our country paradise, there’s plenty of water sources and nearly unlimited amounts of fish to be caught. If you forgot to pack your tackle, never fear; The Smoky Mountain Angler at 469 Brookside Village Way has everything you need to make sure your day on the river is absolutely perfect!
Rafting on the Pigeon River
Your children deserve to discover the thrill of whitewater rafting, but if you’re afraid for their safety, Pigeon River Rafting along the Lower Pigeon Gorge is offered by the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC). Perfect for kids 3 years and older and adults of all ages, the rapids are mild and the breaks at safe swimming areas will bring a smile to your child’s face you’ll never forget!
Never Far from H2O With These Gatlinburg Water Activities
There may be some days during your stay that you really don’t want to leave the comfort of your Cabin Rental Store escape but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the water! Many of our cabins come with private pools and even more offer community pools for at home aqua adventures. Reserve yours today and discover the many Gatlinburg water activities waiting for you!
Who else is ready to escape the four walls of their homes and get outside and play? Raise your hands if you too are ready to shed the chains of self-quarantine and raise them even higher if your plans are for an upcoming trip to Gatlinburg when you do! Yes, we can see there are quite a few of you preparing for a journey to our hometown and a stay in one of our comfy cabins, and because we know you are ready to simply be outside, we’ve created this guide to the many Gatlinburg outdoor activities you can enjoy during your unforgettable Tennessee travels!
Thrilling Adventures
Whitewater Rafting is one of those adventures that sounds scarier than it really is, and when you visit the Gatlinburg area in the summer, you’ll understand exactly what we mean! Smoky Mountain Outdoors offers thrilling trips down the upper part of the Pigeon River with rapids that can reach Stage 3 or Stage 4. For those looking for a calmer undertaking, the lower part features calm waters and majestic scenery to enjoy!
CLIMBWORKS in Gatlinburg
Ziplining is one of the latest trends for fun, and CLIMBWORKS in Gatlinburg, located just across the street from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, features the thrills you’ve been seeking! From the side-by-side Mountaintop Zipline Tour where you and your partner can fly together to the Treetop Zipline Tour that keeps you flying for over two hours, the cost of these adventures start at $89 per person, but the thrill you will feel as you fly above some of the most beautiful landscape you’ve ever seen is absolutely worth every penny!
Closer to the Ground Ventures
Not everyone is a daredevil, and some of us prefer our adventures to be a little tamer and a lot closer to the ground, but that’s ok! For those who prefer to run mild instead of wild, a horseback tour of the Gatlinburg is an adventure everyone will want to try! Sugarlands Riding Stables, located at the Gatlinburg Entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is one of the first places you should visit. Offering individual trail rides and group rides that allow your entire family to participate (as long as they over 5 years of age and under 225 pounds), this quiet adventure will be one that you never want to end!
Come Home to the Cabin Rental Store
At the end of every day, coming home to the comfort and style of our beautiful Cabin Rental Store luxury cabins will be an experience that will make you forget all the bad stuff that has taken place in this first year of the new decade. Reserve yours today!
Life doesn’t always follow the neat and orderly timeline we have planned for ourselves: college graduation at 22; first real job soon after; meet, marry, and have kids by 30? If you’re lucky enough to enjoy all that in the order you deemed correct, we salute you, but most people’s timelines suffer a few glitches along the way, especially when it comes to meeting Mr. or Mrs. Right. There’s nothing wrong with flying solo, and when it’s time to plan a solo getaway to Gatlinburg, we have your back with this list of Gatlinburg activities geared to those traveling without a plus one!
Go for a Drive
For us, there is no more pleasant experience than going for a long drive with no specific destination in mind. Stopping at quirky little shops, grabbing a giant coke from the old timey gas station where you fill up your car, and when traveling along the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail or the Cades Cove Loop Road in Gatlinburg, pulling over at especially scenic spots to take pictures of the beauty that surrounds you! Road trips don’t necessarily need companions, and the landscape of the Great Smoky Mountains is a breathtaking one you will need to see to believe, so get in that car and drive!
Take an Ill-Fated Cruise – Gatlinburg Activities
Ok, we’re not suggesting that you actually take a cruise in which sure danger looms; we are advising you to visit the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge! Featuring artifacts from the Titanic and offering the stories of the passengers that survived and those that didn’t, this fascinating museum honors the memories of that ill-fated trip in a variety of ways and your solo journey will be made all the better because of it!
Table for 1?
Of all traveling experiences, dining out can be the most intimidating, but it doesn’t need to be in Gatlinburg. We’re a friendly bunch, and chances are your waiter will chat your ears off as he takes your drink orders and tells you the specials, and once you get your first taste of the perfectly prepared ribeye offered by The Park Grill Gatlinburg, you’ll forget everything else! And when they bring your Peanut Butter Mud Pie, you’ll discover yet another perk to dining out alone—you don’t have to share your dessert with anybody!
Enjoy the Peace
Real life can be frantic and loud but coming home each evening to the peaceful surroundings of your Cabin Rental Store vacation escape will soothe the rough edges and bring peace to your fevered mind. Reserve our solo traveler cabins near Gatlinburg, TN today!
There’s something special about living in a place where all four seasons are spectacular, and when you visit Gatlinburg in the winter, you’ll start to get an understanding of what we mean! Traditionally considered a summer or fall getaway location, the stark and rugged beauty of a winter’s day in our mountain town will take your breath away, and as the tourist crowds lessen, the peaceful quiet of a winter’s day will find its way into your soul. This guide to your winter Gatlinburg getaway will ensure you experience the true beauty of winter and the wonder of Tennessee!
Warm and Cozy
It may be cold outside, but inside one of our Cabin Rental Store winter escapes, everything is warm and cozy! Cook a pot of chili in the fully equipped kitchens, sit by a roaring fire with a book and a throw in our stylishly comfortable living rooms, or sleep late curled up in warm blankets on soft beds in our peaceful bedrooms. If you chose a cabin with a hot tub, simmering in the bubbles as steam rises into the night sky will be your favorite winter experience—and it doesn’t cost a thing! Lodges with game rooms offering full-size arcade games, mansions with pools and all the luxuries you deserve, or cozy cabins with rustic furnishings and views of the Gatlinburg landscape are all available for your getaway; these vacation homes are all about the possibilities of making this Gatlinburg getaway the best ever!
So Much to Do on a Gatlinburg Getaway
As tempting as it may be to hibernate in the luxury of your Cabin Rental Store hideaway, chances are you will want to venture out to see what Gatlinburg has to offer in the winter—and there’s almost as much to do in the winter as in the busy summer months! Winter sports at Ober Gatlinburg will keep your blood flowing, but if you seek something a little tamer to keep the blood flowing, shopping in downtown Gatlinburg is a year-round luxury! Offering everything from outlet malls to upscale malls, it’s the specialty shops that will catch your eye and your interest. You’ll find pet boutiques selling gourmet treats (Bonediggery Barkery and Gifts), Christmas stores that are open year-round (Santa Claus-et), candy stores, whiskey distilleries, gift shops and honey stores; there’s just not enough space to mention them all!
Quiet Moments
When the outside world is too loud and too present, coming back to your Cabin Rental Store winter escape brings the quiet moments you live for—reserve yours today!