Outdoor Adventures in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN
August 6, 2010 by admin
Filed under Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge TN
Take advantage of the wonderful summer activities in beautiful Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge while the summer sunshine lasts. These great outdoor activities will help you make the most of your summer before fall begins!
Go out experience the rush and exhilaration of the zip lines with the Zipline at Five Oaks excursion. This awesome zip line experience will give you thrills and speeds up to fifty miles per hour. All of the equipment needed for the zip lines will be provided for you, so you just have to show up prepared for an adventure unlike anything you’ve experience before!
Waterfall Jeep Tour
Don’t stop with your zip line adventure, there are still several more exciting opportunities for adventure that you can take advantage of with the Waterfall Jeep Tour. This tour will take you up the same trails pioneers used by jeep. A knowledgeable guide will be with you to answer questions and tell you interesting facts about the areas you pass as you head toward the gorgeous waterfalls in Nantahala. Snacks are even provided for you on this tour, so you can relax and just come ready for a good time!
Don’t settle for anything less than incredible on your getaway in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Get out and do something unique and exciting with the Monster Truck Rides. Hop into a monster truck with 66-inch tires and a 454 motor for a wild ride on a dirt road. While you’re in the truck, don’t forget to look around you. Incredible views of the Smoky Mountains will greet you everywhere you turn. This ride is something that few people can say they’ve gotten to experience!
Smoky Mountain Picnic and Romantic Carriage Rides
For those looking for a beautiful outdoor experience during their time in the Smokies, the Smoky Mountain Picnic and Romantic Carriage Rides will be the perfect activity. With everything from a hay ride to a romantic carriage ride, these tours give a variety of options to explore the area. Some of these carriage rides even provide a picnic so you can eat a delicious meal out in the fresh air of the Smoky Mountains. It’s a wonderful way to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature on your getaway.
Williamsburg is Soon to Begin Pastimes of Colonial Virginia Event!
Starting August 1, visit Williamsburg for a chance to experience the Pastimes of Colonial Virginia, lasting all month at the Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center. This great interactive event features 18 and 19-century myths and legends with a variety of games including nine pins, mancala, corncob darts, and nine-men’s morris. While enjoying the historical experiences in Williamsburg, choose from a variety of offered lodging.
For a tasteful mix of culture, entertainment, and fun, Busch Gardens Williamsburg is superior in every category. Buckle up for the Battering Ram ship ride or give your heart a rush with the Alpengeist, holding the record as the world’s tallest inverted roller coaster. European food, clothing stores, and live shows are all part of the experience as well.
If you’d like to pair your Busch Gardens adventure with something cooler in the summer heat, the Water Country USA park is your solution. Teaming with 50′s and 60′s style rides, these cool adventures will leave you breathless with excitement as you swim, tube, slide, or splash through waves of water. If you get hungry, choose between seven service areas throughout the park to fill you up with classic American cuisine!
With so many opportunities inside Williamsburg, you’ll enjoy the rides, history, and culture every step of the way. Plan your vacation today!



