When you come to Gatlinburg during the spring or summer, you don’t want to be inside all day! It’s usually beautiful out, so you and your kids will want to be outside as much as possible. Read through these 5 outdoor things to do in Gatlinburg with kids for some ideas of what you guys can do while you’re here:
1. The Skylift
If you want outdoor things to do in Gatlinburg with kids, you should ride The Skylift. Located in the heart of downtown, you’ll get on a yellow chairlift and ride 500 feet up the side of Crockett Mountain. Once you reach the top, you’ll get off the lift onto the SkyDeck where you’ll be able to see the most amazing view of the Smokies around. Your whole family will love riding the Skylift!
2. Anakeesta
Looking for something you can spend all day doing outside? Your family will love Anakeesta! You will ride up the side of the mountain on a chondola where you’ll be able to take in scenic views. Once at the top, you’ll walk into Firefly Village where there are shops, restaurants, and places to play! The whole family will love going on the Tree Canopy Walk through the forest. Your kids will enjoy playing on the Treehouse Village Playground for hours and the splash pad at Black Bear Village. Everyone will enjoy something about Anakeesta!
3. Mini Golf
Kids of all ages love playing mini golf! You’ll find plenty of courses to play outside. Hillbilly Golf takes you up the side of a hill where you can choose to play from 2 different courses. Gatlin’s outdoor mini golf also has 2 courses to choose from that are Smoky Mountain themed. If it does end up raining, there are plenty of indoor courses too! Gatlin’s has an indoor blacklight mini golf, and Ripley's has a circus-themed course, just to name a few. Your family will love being able to play together!
4. Mountain Coaster
There's nothing kids love more than a thrilling ride, and you'll find several mountain coasters in Gatlinburg that deliver an adrenaline-pumping experience that the kids will be talking about for weeks after your vacation! Try out the nation's first single-rail coaster at Anakeesta or the Moonshine Mountain coaster at night for a whole new way to enjoy a traditional mountain coaster.
5. Picnic & Play
If you're looking for something to do outdoors that doesn't cost anything, head to one of the local parks and let the kids get out some of their excess energy on the grassy fields and play areas! Mynatt Park is located within walking distance of our hotel and offers recreational facilities, walking paths, and one of the best picnic areas in Gatlinburg!
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With all these outdoor things to do in Gatlinburg with kids, you and your family will have a ton of fun! Still wondering what else there is for you to do in town? Check out our list of Gatlinburg activities for more ideas!
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