4 Romantic Things to Do in the Great Smoky Mountains This Winter
Winter is one of the most beautiful seasons of the year. The trees are bare, and the ground might be covered in a beautiful layer of snow, creating some of the most amazing scenes all year round. This winter, if you are looking for a beautiful and romantic place to take your significant other for a weekend getaway, then there is no place better to visit than the Great Smoky Mountains. Not sure what to do when you get here? Check out these 4 romantic things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains, this winter:
1. Check Out the Beautiful Winter Views
No trip to the Great Smoky Mountains is complete without checking out the spectacular mountain views. No matter where you go in the national park, you will be surrounded by the beauty of the mountains. You will find great views just driving down the road or finding an overlook on one of the roads with a gorgeous view of snow-laden mountains. Some of the best places to check out views include the Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook, Foothills Parkway, and Newfound Gap Road.
2. Winter Hiking
That brings us to another one of the best romantic things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains in winter, and that is winter hiking. Hiking is a favorite pastime of people who visit the area and that doesn’t stop just because the colder weather has rolled in. There are still many great hiking trails to check out even during the colder weather. Some of the best winter hiking trails include Alum Cave Trail, Rainbow Falls, and Porters Creek. All of these hiking trails feature beautiful winter sites like mountain views or even a few icy waterfalls.
3. Visit Cades Cove
One of the most visited places in the Great Smoky Mountains is Cades Cove. Cades Cove is one of the most beautiful areas of the country, and there are a ton of things to do in Cades Cove. You can just drive along Cades Cove Loop Road, enjoying the sites while stopping at pull-offs to enjoy the views or go hiking on one of the many amazing hiking trails in the area. Don’t forget to check out the local history so you can learn more about the people that live in Cades Cove before it became a part of a national park.
4. Try Cross-Country Skiing
There is nothing more romantic than trying out a new activity together. One of the best romantic things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains during the winter is cross-country skiing. Once the snow falls in the Great Smoky Mountains, the mountains become a beautiful winter wonderland that is perfect for skiing. One of the best places to cross-country ski during the winter is along Clingmans Dome Road, which is closed to motorized vehicles during the winter. Along your trip, you can enjoy the snow up close and personal while seeing more of the Great Smoky Mountains.
There are many great romantic things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains that you will not want to miss out on this winter. So you don’t miss out on any of it by booking one of our Smoky Mountain cabin rentals today.
