Get outside in the stunning Smoky Mountains this summer! Stay in a Gatlinburg cabin so you’re close to all the action under the sun, including these family favorite outdoor activities.
1. Hiking
With more than 800 miles of trails, Great Smoky Mountains National Park has the right trail for every skill level. From easy strolls to challenging climbs, these trails boast spectacular views, wildlife, and the freshest air anywhere.
2. Ziplining
Strap in, step off, and fly high! More than a dozen facilities in and around Gatlinburg offer a huge variety of ziplines, including side-by-side “dueling” ziplines at Anakeesta and flights over a waterfall at Foxfire Adventure Park.
3. Whitewater Rafting
Shoot the rapids on the Pigeon River with an experienced guide. Rafting companies offer everything from adrenaline-pumping whitewater action to family-friendly, scenic “float trips.”
4. Horseback Riding
A guided trail ride is a great way to experience the Smokies just like you’re a 19th-century explorer. Three stables in the national park offer treks on gentle horses. No experience necessary.
5. Golfing
Gatlinburg Golf Course is a championship-quality, public course in a dramatic natural setting. Don’t have your clubs with you? Just rent clubs at the course and tee up.
6. Rock Climbing
Your summer vacation reaches new heights on the outdoor rock climbing wall at Ober Mountain. This 35-foot-high wall has varied routes and challenges for different skill levels. A belay system secures you to the wall safely and expert staff are on hand.
7. Swimming
Treat your family to the ultimate summer luxury, a cabin with its own outdoor pool! Or take the kids to an old-fashioned swimmin’ hole along a river. Try Townsend Wye or The Sinks. Splash in the summer sun, then find a shady spot for a picnic.
8. Fishing
Stocked trout streams make Gatlinburg an angler’s dream. Bring your own gear or rent it from local outfitters. Gatlinburg has kids-only fishing spots at two stocked Children’s Streams.
Spend this summer staying active while having a blast. Return each night to a cozy cabin and dream about tomorrow’s adventures. Reserve your summer Gatlinburg cabin today.
