Fly High and Enjoy Fall Foliage in Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge, TN

Spend your next vacation enjoying the beauty of nature from a bird’s eye view with an aerial tram ride or helicopter tour of the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area. With the fall season starting up, there’s no better time to visit the Smoky Mountains and view the vibrant colors of autumn leaves. Stunning views of the area from the sky will give you the perfect opportunity to take some incredible photographs, so you can the beauty of the Smoky Mountains in the fall home with you.

Gatlinburg Sky Lift

The Gatlinburg Sky Lift is one of the aerial tram rides that you must not miss during your visit. The sky lift works much like the lifts that transport snow skiers to the top of the mountains, so you get unobstructed views of the surrounding area including downtown Gatlinburg, Little Pigeon River, and the Smoky Mountains. With such incredible views spread out below, you won’t be able to resist taking some picture to take the beauty home with you!

Helicopter Rides in the Smokies

Take your pick of one of the incredible tours provided by Helicopter Rides in the Smokies, and be prepared for an awesome adventure high above the Smoky Mountains. Your tour time can range anywhere from 4 minutes to 40 minutes, so every schedule, no matter how busy, will work with a helicopter tour. The thrill of seeing the beauty of fall colors covering the Smoky Mountains combined with the excitement of the helicopter ride will keep you entertained every second of your tour. Don’t forget to bring your camera, so you can take pictures of the lovely scenery that you fly over!

Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tram

Another unique and fun way to get panoramic views of the Smoky Mountains is a ride on the Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tram. The tram transports you up the mountain to many of the area’s activities. Large windows on the tram allow you to get some breathtaking views of the Smoky Mountains that you can’t get anywhere else. This is another great opportunity for some pictures of the area that you can take home with you. Since each of these three experiences give you different views, you’re going to take an incredible array of lovely photographs home with you!

Experience Gatlinburg From An Aerial Tram!

There are so many great ways to see the great Smoky Mountains, but if you’re seeking a unique experience for your next visit, then you may want to check out the aerial trams in the area. They offer a unique view of the Smokies while still providing you with a once-in-a-lifetime experience. There are two aerial trams available, so check them out and start planning your Gatlinburg vacation today!

The first aerial tram is the Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tram. This tram takes you from downtown Gatlinburg through the Smokies to the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort. Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views of the Smokies as you ride the lines. The tram also stops at several attractions and provides a unique transportation experience to several activities.

The other aerial tram available in the area is the Gatlinburg Sky Lift. This tram also boards in downtown Gatlinburg and provides stunning views of the town, the mountains, and the Little Pigeon River. Once you reach the top of the lift, you and the whole family can enjoy the sights before heading down. You might even decide to have a picnic lunch at 1,800 feet above sea level!

Start Planning Your Fall Vacation in the Smoky Mountains

Summer will soon be coming to a close, and as the days begin to shorten and grow cooler, the Smoky Mountains come alive with vibrant fall colors. Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN are popular fall vacation destinations, and now is the time to start planning a fall trip to the area to make sure you get the best lodging and activities for your time there.

The Dollywood & Pigeon Forge Vacation Package is an excellent choice for your fall vacation. This package is customizable and includes lodging in Pigeon Forge, tickets to Dollywood, and one activity of your choice. You can select how many nights lodging you want and select your hotel or cabin from our selection. Then, you can choose an activity of your choice from our selection. Options include the Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tram, a meal at the Hard Rock Cafe, and Wonderworks, which are highly popular area attractions. This package provides a great overall Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge experience that you can customize.

A hotel in Gatlinburg will place you close to many attractions, but a cabin in the Smoky Mountains would be a better choice for a fall vacation. With a cabin, you will get to experience a rustic stay in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, with beautiful fall foliage available any direction you look. Two excellent cabin options are the Smoky Getaways Cabin and the Hickory Mist Luxury Cabin Rentals. Whether bringing the whole family along to enjoy the scenery or wanting a cozy and private location for a romantic retreat, you will find that a cabin is a great choice for your trip. Although the cabins are outside of town, they are still relatively close to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the entrance to Smoky Mountain National Park.

There is no better way to experience the breathtaking fall scenery than with an aerial tram ride. The Ober Gatlinburg Aerial Tram will take you on a relaxing ride from downtown Gatlinburg up to the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort. The aerial tram features windows on all sides, which allows for uninterrupted panoramic views of the area. Once at the top, you can enjoy the activities at the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort or just take in the view of the Smoky Mountains.