Your fall weekend getaway is here and planning things to do can be a challenge! With the hundreds of activities available, we’ve picked the top 6 things to do during the fall season!
Driving Through The Mountains
One of the most popular activities families enjoy is taking a trip through Cades Cove, driving around town, and even take a hike or two! These beautiful Smoky Mountains change from all shades of green to oranges, yellows, reds, and browns each fall. As for when the leaves will change all depends on the weather and it generally take a couple of weeks to complete. As for this year, researches expect the peak change in colors to be around the 3rd week in October. Learn more about the fall foliage report below!
Ziplining
Imagine swinging through the trees and seeing the Great Smoky Mountains from a birds eye view! Well, it’s all possible with the best ziplining in Pigeon Forge. Experience views from FOXFIRE’S Waterfall Canopy Tour by ziplining over an actual waterfall. This is the only place where you can zip over a waterfall in the smokies! You’re sure to enjoy this scenic tour of the wildlife and nature of the smoky mountains. The course has seven different lines and two sky bridges with several platforms, each with their own unique characteristics.
Cades Cove 
Cades Cove is one of the most visited areas in the beautiful Smoky Mountains. Not only are you surrounded by the stunning colorful mountains, but also, some of the unique historical buildings, churches, and cemeteries in the region. The history available throughout Cades Cove is incredible along with the many trails it holds. Try Abrams Falls or Laurel Falls for more opportunities to see the fall colors and other scenery like waterfalls and wildlife!
Anakeesta 
Take on the adventure at Anakeesta! Enjoy this outdoor family experience by immersing yourself in the beauty of the great outdoors. As you overlook downtown Gatlinburg on the scenic Chondola ride to the summit of Anakeesta Mountain, you’ll enter the magical Firefly Village! With their mountaintop restaurant, canopy trails, and shops, the family will see all the beautiful fall colors that paint the mountains!
Big Rock Dude Ranch At Ponderosa 
Whether you have kids or not, horseback riding through the mountains is the fall equivalent of riding on the beach! It makes for a romantic date or even family friendly activity. Also, you can see the mountains and everything they hold up close and personal while not having to trek on your feet! For the truly adventurous, Big Rock Dude Ranch can take you on a guided ATV ride through creeks and along mountain trails.
Tanger 
Some of the best shopping you’ll find in The Great Smoky Mountains is at Tanger Outlets in Sevierville. They even have so many of the nation’s most popular brands and designers all in one place. Even better, you can shop all of your favorites with amazing deals all year long!
