If you love throwing on winter gear and getting out in the chilly weather, there’s no better place to enjoy the season than in the Smoky Mountains. From the hiking trails to the snowy mountains, outdoor adventure seekers can find plenty of things to do in Gatlinburg this winter. Alpine Chalet Rentals, the premier provider of Gatlinburg chalets, has created a list of the top three things to do outdoors while visiting the area in winter.
Ski
Ober Gatlinburg is the only full ski resort in Tennessee, offering more than just skiing and snowboarding. Visitors to Ober can take also take a ride tubing downhill or enjoy the view and browse the shops along the way.
For those who love the excitement and thrill of skiing, Ober has a rental fleet of more than 1,800 skis and 400 snowboards. Snowmaking is constant for a safe and easy trip downhill, and there are a variety of slope options, from beginner to very difficult.
Ice Skate
No matter what time of year you and your family visit, Ober Gatlinburg’s indoor ice arena is a fun place to skate away an afternoon. For only $9.00, visitors have 3 hours on the ice, including the skate rental.
Hike
Visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the top things to do in Gatlinburg year-round, but hiking is more than a warm weather activity. Many visiting families bundle up and hit the trails for some the best Smoky Mountain views all winter. There’s nothing better than the views of the snowcapped mountains and frost covered branches up close.
After spending time outdoors in the chilly weather, Alpine Chalet Rentals invites you to stay in one of our Gatlinburg chalets. With stone fireplaces and bubbly hot tubs, these chalets are the perfect place to warm up and rest between adventures.
Plan a trip to the Smoky Mountains and create your own list of things to do in Gatlinburg this winter. Alpine Chalet’s would love to make you feel at home, so call us today at (800) 235-2661. Our friendly reservation staff will answer your questions and determine which of our Gatlinburg chalets will be right for your mountain adventure.