Great Places for Smoky Mountain Adventures
If you’re looking to make your Pigeon Forge vacation even more exciting, you need to include time for some amazing adventures! With so many fun, family friendly activities to choose from, it can be hard to choose the perfect one. To help, here are are our Top Picks for Summer Adventures!
Gatlinburg Skybridge
You definitely don’t want to miss the SkyBridge at Skylift Park in Gatlinburg. Spanning 680 feet, not only is it the longest suspension bridge n the country, but it also offers some of the most incredible views of Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains that you will see! With a midpoint height of 140 feet and glass-floor panels, the SkyBridge is an experience you’ll never forget!
Pink Jeep Tours
One of the newest adventures in the Smoky Mountains is PINK Jeep Tours. Fun for everyone, the guided excursion features off-road encounters, incredible sightseeing, and an informative experience. All of the PINK Jeep Wranglers are customized to ensure every tour is safe, comfortable, and exciting. This is definitely one adventure you’ll never forget!
Rowdy Bear Ridge
Year round snow tubing without the snow and cold! That’s what visitors of Rowdy Bear Ridge can expect. The 450 foot tubing hill is the longest in the state. Featuring a 60 foot drop and speeds up to 35 miles per hour this activity is perfect for adventurer seekers. The attraction also features an automatic escalator that takes you to the top of the mountain – no walking required!
Cades Cove Riding Stables
A mountain adventure with unforgettable views awaits at Cades Cove Riding Stables. Located just a short drive from Willow Brook Lodge, Cades Cove Riding Stables. Offering trail rides for everyone from beginners to experts, this is the perfect riding stable for adding a bit of excitement to your stay. The stables also offer guided carriage rides and hay rides, making it the perfect choice for all members of your party.
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster
Located across the street from Dollywood, Rocky Top Mountain Coaster is a must do for coaster enthusiasts! With speeds of up to 30 miles per hour and over a mile of track, the Rocky Top Mountain Coaster is a must do for thrill seekers! The ride takes approximately nine minutes and features curves, tunnels, and 360 degree turns. Visit after dark to experience an amazing light show.
Ober Gatlinburg’s Summer Tubing
Ober’s new attraction is offering thrills with awesome views! Riders are carried to the top by the Magic Carpet escalator. From here riders cruise down one of the four 250 foot lanes. Made of synthetic materials, the lanes are designed to feel like compact snow. Make sure to visit soon! The lanes will be removed this winter for Snow Tubing.
After an amazing day of adventure, you’re probably ready for some rest and relaxation. Our guest rooms at Willow Brook Lodge are especially designed with your comfort in mind, featuring pillow-top mattresses and a wide variety of amenities such as refrigerators, microwaves, coffeemakers, flat screen televisions and more! See for yourself why we’re the best choice for your Smoky Mountain Adventure!
