{"id":37,"date":"2022-11-25T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-25T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=37"},"modified":"2026-04-28T11:12:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:12:13","slug":"gatlinburg-summer-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/attractions\/gatlinburg-summer-attractions.htm","title":{"rendered":"11 Fun Things to Do in Pigeon Forge &#038; Gatlinburg in the Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stuck inside all winter, busy schedules in spring\u2026summertime is vacation time! Imagine cool breezes brushing past and warm summer rays shining down as you stay and play with family and friends in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. Local attractions in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are in full swing during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/summer_time_in_the_smoky_mountains.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lively summer months<\/a>, and most are family friendly so you can bet there is something for everyone &#8211; all with plenty of Appalachian charm.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Temperatures average in the mid-80s during the day and low 60s at night for June, July, and August, great weather for outdoor activities and exploring the national park. And you can skip walking downtown Gatlinburg and enjoy a nice summer breeze while exploring the area via a FREE open-air trolley for visitors and locals this summer in Gatlinburg! Or you can enjoy the views from the Aerial Tramway or the Gatlinburg SkyLift!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make planning YOUR family vacation, getaway with friends, group retreat, or romantic trip easier, we\u2019ve pooled 11 fun things to do in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg in summer. Feel free to jot down the summer activities that stick out and incorporate them into your Smoky Mountain summer vacation!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b> Play at Popular Attractions<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Boasting plenty of attractions to keep the whole family entertained, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg offer double the family fun to vacationers in the Smoky Mountains. From miniature golf courses and go-kart tracks galore to amusement parks and zoomy mountain coasters, get ready for a full day of play in the Smokies this summer! You\u2019ll find unique spots like the Hollywood Star Cars Museum, Ripley\u2019s Believe It Or Not! Odditorium, and snow tubing at Pigeon Forge Indoor Snow! Our fav <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg-attractions\" title=\"\">recommendations for Gatlinburg attractions<\/a> and Pigeon Forge fun follow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dollywood.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Dollywood<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 enjoy the Summer Celebration with extended hours, fireworks, live country music, roller coasters, and water rides (including Daredevil Falls and Smoky Mountain River Rampage) at this classic Smoky Mountain theme park!<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Pigeon Forge Snow<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 build a snowman, snow tub down 15 lanes, and create snow angels at this year-round snow park, the first of its kind!<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Crave Golf Club<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 putt-putt indoors or on the rooftop of this candy-themed mini-golf place that also has miniature bowling and escape games.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Fun Stop Family Action Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 race go-karts around indoor and outdoor tracks, zipline, ride thrill rides, and play in the arcade with friends.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Pigeon Forge\u2019s WonderWorks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 blend education and fun at this interactive Pigeon Forge attraction devoted to science, space, and creativity.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/anakeesta.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Anakeesta<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 visit Firefly Village, play at the treehouse playground, have fun on the dueling zipline, enjoy views at the treetop Vista Gardens, stop by the gift shop, visit the SkyBridge, take in the views from the observation deck, and oh-so-much more atop a mountain!<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Rowdy Bear Mountain Adventure Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 ride the mountain glider, alpine coaster, and other thrill rides between 2 locations in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/the-escape-game-pigeon-forge.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>The Escape Game<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 look for clues, solve puzzles, and crack codes to try and find your way out&#8230;in the nick of time.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>TopJump Trampoline &amp; Extreme Arena<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 high-flying fun awaits with indoor trampolines, a ninja course, and a climbing center.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Fannie Farkle\u2019s<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 play classic and modern arcade games, win cool prizes and grab a footlong Ogle dog.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Ober Gatlinburg<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 summer water raft rides, year-round ice skating, and ice bumper cars, a wildlife encounter, sweet shops, and mountain view restaurants are just the start!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n<li><b> Cool Off at Water Parks<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you want a break from the summer heat, stay cool as a cucumber splashing at various water parks in the Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and Sevierville area. Water slides? Check. Wave pools? Yep. Fountains and water play for kids? Mmhmm. Lazy rivers? Oh yeah. There are also seasonal water rides at some attractions, like Dollywood and Ober Gatlinburg.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Soaky Mountain<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 water coasters, massive water slides, surfing, a 35,000-square-foot wave pool, an inflatable obstacle course, kids play zone, and an <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adventure <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">river awaits!<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/dollywood-splash-country.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Dollywood\u2019s Splash Country<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 get soaked on 23 water rides and slides and let the kids splash around at Little Creek Falls. Plus, there\u2019s an 8,000-square-foot lagoon-style pool and private canopies where you can rest in the shade.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Wild Bear Falls Water Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; there are a couple of tube rides, water playgrounds, a lazy river, a gigantic indoor\/outdoor hot tub, a wave pool, and a surfing ride.&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdoorgravitypark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Outdoor Gravity Park<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 zorbing is otherwise known as hopping in a giant inflatable ball with a splash of cool water and powering through adventure courses. And this park is the first to hit the States from New Zealand!&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n<li><b> Stroll Through Ripley\u2019s Aquarium &amp; Area Museums<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On especially warm days, keep cool under the sea at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ripleyaquariums.com\/gatlinburg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ripley\u2019s Aquarium of the Smokies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Home to 1,000s of underwater sea creatures, 12-foot sharks, and an impressive underwater tunnel, this award-winning aquarium is a great place to duck away from the summer sun for a bit. There are 2 levels, many exhibits showcasing a wide variety of animals, and neat experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch as stingrays dance, piranhas stare, sharks cruise overhead, fish schools swarm, jellies float, octopi hide, and Nemo lives with many clowney cousins. Purchase a masterpiece by painting penguins, ride over Shark Lagoon in a glass-bottom boat, and watch mermaids perform (a summertime exclusive).&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge also offer an array of museums to visit (a few are just below), where you can pick up a few interesting facts, see oddities from around the world, and meet celebrities.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\n  <b>Titanic Museum Attraction<\/b>\n  <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n    \u2014 step back in time, touch a real iceberg, and snap a pic on the Grand Staircase aboard the Titanic. Located in Pigeon Forge, this interactive museum offers the perfect blend of history and entertainment for all ages. Explore more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/things-to-do\/pigeon-forge\/museums\">museums in Pigeon Forge<\/a> to add even more fun to your trip.\n  <\/span>\n  <br>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Ripley\u2019s Guinness World of Records Museum <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">see how you stack up against the many unusual record-holders at this unique museum that displays world records, has interactive features, and rolls out fun trivia.&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Hollywood Wax Museum <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 now\u2019s your chance to meet and greet with Hollywood stars forever captured in wax figures that look uncannily like their live counterparts.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li><b> Explore the Great Outdoors<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rolling lush hills, mountaintop views for miles, valleys teeming with wildlife, and dazzling rivers rushing through the forests&#8230;the Smoky Mountains are Great for many reasons. When summertime rolls around, some of our favorite outdoor activities are in the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/great_smoky_mountains_national_park.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Great Smoky Mountains National Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home to a diversity of animals, trees, wildflowers, and flowering plants and shrubs, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a breath of fresh air \u2014 a break from the busy mountain towns of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge and the technology that so often consumes our lives.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is there to do in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park? As the most visited national park in the U.S., the Smokies draws 11+ million visitors annually and has 800+ miles of hiking trails, along with easy walks to waterfalls, scenic drives through Cades Cove, horseback riding, fishing, swimming holes, picnicking, and plenty of scenic overlooks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/gatlinburg-summer-attractions-banner-2.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/gatlinburg-summer-attractions-banner-2.jpg\" alt=\"gatlinburg-summer-attractions-banner-2\" class=\"wp-image-7042\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Hike to a Waterfall<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 enjoy the cool mist of a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg-things-to-do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">waterfall in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where you\u2019ll find 16 waterfalls to check out! Laurel Falls is an easy climb and just over 2 miles round-trip. Remember to bring your camera \u2014 the 60-foot waterfall is beautiful, and you\u2019ll want to take a scrapbook picture in front of it!<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Take a Scenic Drive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 Cades Cove Loop Road is the best place for viewing wildlife and blooming trees and wildflowers from your vehicle in the national park. From May until September, the road is open only to bicyclists and pedestrians until 10 a.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays. If you\u2019d prefer to bike, head to the campground store near the Cades Cove Campground for rentals.&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Ride Horses<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 Summer breezes keep you cool as you take a horseback ride through the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Four stables \u2014 Cades Cove, Smokemont, Smoky Mountain, and Sugarlands \u2014 offer guided tours from mid-March through November. There are also carriage and wagon rides available in Cades Cove and Smokemont starting at around $20 per person.&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Fly Fish<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 cast a line in one of the many streams (2,900 miles in fact) within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, permitted year-round from 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. Some fish you\u2019ll come across include brook and rainbow trout, smallmouth bass, and brown trout.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Picnic<\/b> <b>by a River<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 picnic by a river in the park with easy foods like fresh fruit, string cheese, veggies with hummus or ranch, or the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/honeymoon_gift_ideas.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoky Mountain Picnic basket from Cabins for YOU<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, loaded with goodies \u2014 including chips, cookies, taffy, sparkling cider, summer sausage, crackers, bread, condiments, macaroni salad, and fruit!<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Whitewater Raft<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 hook up with Smoky Mountain Outdoors for a whitewater rafting tour on a hot summer day along the Little Pigeon River! Or check out Rafting in the Smokies, a whitewater rafting expedition company that has been thrilling its customers since 1978. While not inside the national park, river rafting is another great way to explore the Great Smoky Mountain outdoors!<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have fun with UTVs! &#8211; What better way to get out and explore than with a heart-pounding UTV ride?! ExoRent in Pigeon Forge has all your off-road expeditions covered, with 2, 4, and 6-person UTVs that are street-legal<\/span> and boast Bluetooth for blasting your favorite music! They also have roadsters, and you can rent for 2 hours all the way up to a full day!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n<li><b> Visit the Gatlinburg Farmers Market<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try fresh summer recipes with locally grown and cultivated ingredients from the Gatlinburg Farmers Market, typically open from late May through mid-October. Grab jars of honey and jam plus baked goods and natural wellness products. And don\u2019t forget to take home in-season fruits, nuts, and berries! Visit the Gatlinburg Farmers Market, Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. until noon at the Covered Bridge in the Glades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the Gatlinburg Farmers Market in full swing \u2014 and plenty of fresh fruits and veggies at local stores \u2014 summer is the perfect time to try some cooking in your Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge cabin. At Cabins for YOU, you\u2019ll have a fully equipped kitchen where you can keep leftovers, store snacks, or whip up delicious homemade meals when you don\u2019t want to go out to eat. It\u2019s a great way to save money on your summer vacation and try local foods, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"6\">\n<li><b> Book Family-Friendly Dinner Shows&nbsp;<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A favorite Pigeon Forge activity, seeing a dinner show lets you try local dishes and enjoy entertainment with your whole family and friends. There are plenty of family-friendly options to choose from, and most offer a 4-course feast of Southern flavor with great music, special effects, knee-slapping jokes, and spellbinding stunts.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Already eaten? Opt for a memorable show at one of the local performance theaters. Or simply walk the streets of Gatlinburg and listen to Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales \u2014 a summertime street event (typically held July &#8211; August) with storytellers dressed in character, musicians playing bluegrass beats, and cloggers dancing along the Parkway.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/piratesvoyage.com\/pigeon-forge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Pirates Voyage Dinner &amp; Show<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 cheer on the swashbuckling Crimson or Sapphire pirates as they battle on deck, in the sky, and in the water for Davy Jones\u2019 sunken treasure. Ye hearties will be amazed at the special effects, acrobatics, mermaids, and tropical birds.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Dolly Parton\u2019s Stampede Dinner Attraction<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 all ages are welcome to watch this old-timey show inspired by the West and filled with cool effects, musical numbers, horseback riding stunts, and funny jokesters. There\u2019s even a live bison stampede!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Hatfield &amp; McCoy<\/b> <b>Dinner Feud <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 laugh out loud to the hilarious antics of the Hatfield and McCoys as they duke it out Smoky Mountain-style with music, dancing, singing, strength contests, and comedy. Be warned: their homestyle Southern dinner might make you slap your mama!<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/lumberjack_feud_in_pigeon_forge.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Lumberjack Feud Show &amp; Adventure Park<\/b><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014 brought to you by Paula Deen, this burly show features world-class lumberjacks competing for glory before your very eyes. There\u2019s even an accompanying adventure park where you can log roll, speed climb, and boom run like a lumberman.&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>The Comedy Barn Theater<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 catch a family-friendly show at the most-attended clean comedy theater in the world! From magic tricks, juggling, and talking puppets to barnyard animals, gospel and country music, and goofy comedians, you\u2019re sure to leave with a smile.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"7\">\n<li><b> Enjoy ICE CREAM!<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What\u2019s summer in the Smokies without ice cream?! After a full day in the sun, you\u2019ll appreciate a flavorful and refreshing cone or a cup of ice cream. Even if you\u2019re not a fan of icy treats or have someone in your group who wants something else, most of the ice cream shops have other options, like milkshakes, malts, or donuts.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Mad Dog\u2019s Creamery &amp; Donuts<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 satisfy your sweet tooth and take a break from the summer heat with an ice cream cone and a cool treat for your dog.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Old Mill Creamery<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 get a homemade scoop of Oat Mill Cream Pie, Whiskey Ribbon, or Black Lantern Chocolate and relax in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/old_mill_in_pigeon_forge.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Old Mill Square<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Curl de la Cr\u00e8me<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 you know that fancy curled ice cream you\u2019ve been eager to try? Pick a favorite flavor or a few, and make your ice cream dream come true!<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/gatlinburg-summer-attractions-banner-1.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/gatlinburg-summer-attractions-banner-1.jpg\" alt=\"gatlinburg-summer-attractions-banner-1\" class=\"wp-image-7041\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"8\">\n<li><b> Sample Wine &amp; Moonshine<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spend a summery day touring the 5 local wineries on the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rockytopwineries.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rocky Top Wine Trail<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 where you can try free samples of local wines and collect stamps at each location for prizes! Visit Mill Bridge Winery, Mountain Valley Winery, Apple Barn House, Apple Barn Winery, and Hillside Winery. Along the way, grab a few bottles to enjoy with mountain views back at your cabin rental.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not a wine connoisseur? No worries, the Smokies were built on moonshine! In fact, Gatlinburg is home to the most-visited distillery in the country \u2014 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/olesmoky.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ole Smoky Moonshine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, aka The Holler. Signature flavors include Apple Pie, Peach, Blackberry, Moonshine Cherries, and White Lightnin\u2019. Tastings are only $5, and you can even see the distilling process and chat with the distillers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"9\">\n<li><b> Shop for Smoky Mountain Souvenirs<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s always better to leave the Smoky Mountains with a souvenir in hand, to remember the wonderful time spent enjoying Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg activities with loved ones. Our suggestion: forget run-of-the-mill shops and go for unique boutiques you won\u2019t find anywhere else!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/islandinpigeonforge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>The Island<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 shop until you drop at 40+ boutiques! Plus, as an entertainment complex, you can snap a photo with a parrot, ride The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, enjoy summer concerts, and play games.<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>The Village<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 filled with European inspiration, The Village harbors 27 unique shops and eateries to explore. From fashion, art, and d\u00e9cor to spices, toys, and hiking gear, find it all (and more) here!&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Great Smoky Arts &amp; Crafts Community<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 home to the largest group of independent artisans in the country, this 8-mile loop offers impeccable craftsmanship in every brushstroke, basketweave, quilted stitch, wood carve, scarf dye, and pottery glaze.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"10\">\n<li><b> Ride the Gatlinburg Trolley for FREE<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of fighting busy summertime traffic in your car, hop on a FREE open-air trolley for transportation around town. As the summer breeze blows past you, check out the mountain scenery and local attractions aboard the Gatlinburg Trolley.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During the peak summer season, designated trolleys stop at many places along the busy Parkway, including The Village, Gatlinburg Space Needle, Ripley\u2019s Aquarium of the Smokies, and the Gatlinburg Convention Center. You can shop, dine, and play all summer without having to worry about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg_article\/getting_around_gatlinburg.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">finding a parking spot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free trolleys typically run from 8 a.m. until midnight each day from mid-June through mid-August. Shuttles are handicap accessible, and a GPS allows guests to see trolley shelters and arrival times. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2c90304e wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gatlinburg Mass Transit<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">88 River Road, Suite 101<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gatlinburg, TN 37738<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">865.436.389<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"11\">\n<li><b> Swim in YOUR Private Pool<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Splash around with the kiddos, wade with the little ones, and relax on a floatie all day in your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/gatlinburg-cabins-with-pools\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">private indoor pool<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at your Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge cabin rental with Cabins for YOU. Some indoor pools even feature waterfalls, islands, bridges, swim-in grottos, kiddy pools, and color-changing lights!&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Prefer to swim outdoors? Choose a cabin with resort pool access to splash around under the summer sun. Cabins for YOU also boasts <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/riverfront-cabins-gatlinburg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">cabins on the river<\/a> and properties on Douglas Lake. You can fish and enjoy the sounds of the river or boat and swim in the lake on your summer vacation while visiting Gatlinburg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, you can opt for lemonade on deck with stunning mountain views, feature films in the home theater, nighttime soaks in the hot tub, gameplay in the fully loaded rec room, spa baths in the indoor jetted tub, and sweet dreams in a plush king-size bed when you book your cabin stay through Cabins for YOU!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b><i>Cabin Amenities Great for Summer!<\/i><\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private indoor pool<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community pool access<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Breathtaking mountain views<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Riverfront or lake views<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outdoor dining area<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Charcoal &amp; gas grills<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple decks&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stone firepit<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indoor jetted tubs<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Home theater with theater-style seating<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rec room with a wet bar<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern &amp; classic arcade games<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pool, foosball, shuffleboard &amp; air hockey tables<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Ready to plan your coolest summer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/advice\/gatlinburg-or-pigeon-forge.htm\" title=\"\">vacation in Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg<\/a>? Reach out to Cabins for YOU today and use our complimentary Vacation Planning service. Simply enter your dream cabin details in the <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/vacation-options-for-you.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Options for YOU<\/b><\/a><b> form or give us a call at 1.800.684.7865. <\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Stuck inside all winter, busy schedules in spring\u2026summertime is vacation time! Imagine cool breezes brushing past and warm summer rays shining down as you stay and play with family and friends in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee. 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