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5 Tips on Staying Healthy While Vacationing in Gatlinburg

Taking a vacation doesn’t mean you have to take a vacation from your fitness plan. When you come to stay in our Gatlinburg cabins, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to eat right, get some exercise, and even indulge a little. We’ve put together some easy tips for staying healthy when you visit the Great Smoky Mountains.

1. Get plenty of fresh air.

Going on vacation is a great opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors. Bear Camp offers a big selection of secluded cabins that are surrounded by natural beauty. Breathing in fresh mountain air while sitting on your cabin’s porch will do wonders for your health!

2. Go hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Taking a hike in the national park is the perfect way to stay active on vacation. As you and your family get some exercise, you’ll also see some of the most scenic views in the Southeast. Be sure to check out our guide to hikes with waterfalls!

3. Schedule vacation activities that will keep you moving.

In addition to the national park, there are lots of other high energy vacation activities in Gatlinburg. Families can go horseback riding, ziplining, mini golfing, or even indoor skydiving!

4. Make dinner in your cabin.

Eating out too much on vacation can empty your wallet and add to your waistline. Instead, you can take advantage of our cabins’ fully furnished kitchens and whip up a nutritious and delicious home cooked meal. Our vacation rentals are close to plenty of supermarkets and smaller groceries, so you can easily get fresh and local ingredients for your dinner.

5. Have a treat once a day.     

The best way to stick to a healthy diet while on vacation is by rewarding yourself with a small treat once a day. Gatlinburg is famous for its fudge shops and ice cream parlors, so it won’t be hard to find something sweet to sink your teeth into!

With an unbeatable location and amazing amenities, our Gatlinburg cabins have everything you need for an unforgettable vacation. Before you reserve a cabin, check out our Specials page to learn how you can get a free night at Bear Camp!

⚡ New Rentals Discount

Check out some of our most recently added listings below and use promo code NEW2024 to save 5% on all new bookings for a limited time!

🌟 FREE Night Mountain Escape

Create lasting memories with our most popular offer – a FREE night in paradise when you extend your stay!

  • Book 6 nights, get your 7th night completely FREE
  • Valid for ALL our cabins including premium cabins
  • Perfect for family reunions and extended vacations
  • Available year-round (excluding holiday periods)
  • Use Promo Code: STAY6GET7TH
  • Best value: Save up to $500+ on weekly stays

💫 Midweek Mountain Getaway - 30% OFF

Escape the crowds and save big with our exclusive weekday discount – Our deepest savings of the year!

  • Save 30% on stays Sunday through Thursday
  • Valid: November 1, 2024 – May 22, 2025
  • Minimum 2-night stay required
  • No promo code needed
  • Select properties participating
  • Not valid during peak season or holidays
  • New reservations only

⚡ Last-Minute Getaway Deal

Score the absolute lowest rates on Last-Minute mountain escapes!

  • Book before December 19th, 2024.
  • Save up to an Additional 25% on remaining inventory.
  • Available for flexible travel dates
  • Call for help with best available rates
  • Subject to cabin availability
  • Cannot be combined with certain other offers including VIP and Buy 6 & get 7th Free.

🎖️ VIP Discount - 5% OFF

Special savings for those who serve – our way of saying thank you!

  • Use Promo Code: VIP
  • Available for:
    • Active Military & Veterans
    • First Responders (Police, Fire, EMT)
    • AAA & AARP Members
  • Valid on most properties
  • Can be used year-round
  • Holiday blackout dates apply

Deposit Protection

Deposit protection enables you to receive either a refund or reschedule less the deposit protection amount and applicable tax. In order to receive a refund, you must cancel the reservation at least 30 days prior to arrival (for 1-3 bedroom cabins) and 60 days prior to arrival (for 4 bedroom and larger).

With Deposit Protection, once inside this window, you may still reschedule your reservation within 12 months and receive full credit for the amount paid minus the deposit protection amount if you reschedule at least 15 days prior to arrival for 1-3 bedroom properties or 30 days prior to arrival for 4+ bedroom properties. Once the 12 month time frame has expired all monies paid will be forfeited.

Without Deposit Protection, no refunds or reschedules will be allowed.

Deposit Protection

Deposit protection enables you to receive either a refund or reschedule less the deposit protection amount and applicable tax. In order to receive a refund, you must cancel the reservation at least 30 days prior to arrival (for 1-3 bedroom cabins) and 60 days prior to arrival (for 4 bedroom and larger).

With Deposit Protection, once inside this window, you may still reschedule your reservation within 12 months and receive full credit for the amount paid minus the deposit protection amount if you reschedule at least 15 days prior to arrival for 1-3 bedroom properties or 30 days prior to arrival for 4+ bedroom properties. Once the 12 month time frame has expired all monies paid will be forfeited.

Without Deposit Protection, no refunds or reschedules will be allowed.

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