Gatlinburg is a picturesque destination any time of year. However, this Tennessee town becomes even more magical when the leaves start to change colors. Between the stunning foliage, crisp air, and endless adventure, there are countless reasons to visit Gatlinburg and the surrounding area in the fall.
Whether planning a vacation with friends, family, or your significant other, there’s no shortage of things to do in Gatlinburg that’ll have you embracing the season. To help you have the best trip possible, the Bear Camp Cabin Rentals team has compiled a list of some of our favorite fall adventures.
1. Go Leaf-Peeping in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
No autumn escape is complete without going leaf peeping, and there’s no better place for your adventure than the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. When planning your vacation, look at a fall foliage report to see when colors are estimated to reach their peak. There are several scenic drives and hikes within the park known for prime leaf viewing.
2. Explore the Gatlinburg Harvest Festival
The town of Gatlinburg goes all out for fall with the annual Harvest Festival. Running from mid-September through late November, the festival features life-size scarecrows at various locations throughout downtown. Download the Visit Gatlinburg app for a map showing each location.
3. Discover Seasonal Brews
Gatlinburg is home to a number of breweries and distilleries, many of which brew beer, cider, and moonshine with a seasonal twist. Try flavorful hard cider at Tennessee Cider Company, or head to Ole Smoky Distillery to sample pumpkin spice cream or apple pie moonshine. Visit Smoky Mountain Brewery to sip on fall-themed beer like HarvestFest.
4. Enjoy a Birds-Eye View
Surround yourself with fall foliage by hanging out in the trees. Anakeesta has several things to do that’ll have you high above the ground. Feel the thrill of ziplining on the Dueling Zipline Adventure, or go for a stroll along the hanging bridges that make up the Treetop Skywalk.
5. Brave a Ghost Tour
Fall is also known as spooky season, which makes it the perfect time to go on ghost tours. Hear about Gatlinburg’s haunted past on an outing with GhostWalk of Gatlinburg or Gatlinburg GhostWalks. If you’re feeling extra brave, check out The Mysterious Mansion, considered one of the most terrifying attractions in East Tennessee. Rumored to be haunted, Wheatlands Plantation is currently undergoing renovations and will soon be another spooky spot to explore.
Plan a Fall Escape with Bear Camp Cabin Rentals
For anyone planning to visit Gatlinburg in the fall, there’s no better place to turn for your vacation rental needs than Bear Camp Cabin Rentals. Our collection of incredible Gatlinburg area cabin rentals has something for groups of all sizes. In addition to the comforts of home, our rentals come with a range of exceptional amenities like private pools, pickleball courts, and expansive back decks. Call 1-800-705-6346 to speak with someone today about reserving your perfect home away from home.
