Enjoy a Fun-Filled Girls' Getaway in the Great Smoky Mountains

Posted by Jon Hoffman in Things To Do

You've been cooped up all winter, and now you're hankering for some outdoor fun and frolic. Why not round up your besties and head for the Tennessee Smokies? Whether you come for a week or a weekend, you'll find plenty to see and do here in these breathtaking mountains.

In fact, Spring may be the perfect time for a rejuvenating getaway. Temperatures are pleasant, and trails and attractions are much less crowded than at the height of summer. Here are a few suggestions for gal-pleasing group activities.

Hit a Few Easy Hiking Trails

Unless all your fellow travelers are avid hikers, you may want to keep it simple. Perhaps start with Gatlinburg Trail, a picturesque 1.9-mile nature trail that begins right behind the Sugarlands Visitor Center at the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Or choose Cataract Falls Trail – which also starts at the Visitor Center – for an easy 2-mile trek along mostly paved paths, ending at a stunning 25-foot-high waterfall.

For more challenge, check out Laurel Falls Trail, Grotto Falls Trail, Abrams Falls Trail, and Porters Creek Trail, all especially pretty at this time of year.

Join the Annual Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage

If you're planning your girls' getaway for early May, don't miss the Smoky Mountains Wildflower Pilgrimage. Slated for May 1-4, this year's celebration will take you on:

• Guided hikes over woodland trails fringed with native ferns and flowers
• Fascinating wildlife and history walks
• Scenic drives and motorcades
• Photography and gardening tours
• Birding workshops, evening bat walks, "owl prowls," and much more

Plus, you'll get to explore the Smokies' rich natural and cultural heritage through indoor seminars and presentations at Gatlinburg's Mills Conference Center.

Shop Till You Drop at The Village Shoppes

Nestled in the heart of Gatlinburg, just past Stoplight #6 on the Parkway, The Village has something for everyone:

• Assorted boutiques and clothiers
• Gracious galleries spotlighting fine art, unique gifts, and local crafts
• Six specialty eateries offering everything from fish & chips to gourmet donuts and artisanal coffees

...all in a quaint Old World setting with a charming Bavarian ambiance.

Kick Back at a Rollicking Dinner Show

The Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area is known for its world-class dinner shows. Be sure to book ahead to secure your seats at popular Pigeon Forge shows like these:

• Dolly Parton's Stampede (3849 Parkway), featuring dazzling horseback riding plus a delicious four-course feast
• Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show (2713 Parkway), where you'll witness eye-popping acrobatics while savoring a mouthwatering meal
• Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Dinner Show (2530 Parkway), complete with hair-raising antics and hearty vittles galore

Discover Astra Lumina at Anakeesta

Are you familiar with Anakeesta? This award-winning mountaintop park sits on 70 scenic acres 600 feet above downtown Gatlinburg. It's loaded with thrilling immersive attractions, all set amidst magnificent mountain views.

And right now, if you visit after dark, you can experience Astra Lumina, an "enchanted night walk" through a magical world of projections, lighting, and music, where you'll be surrounded by shimmering stars and immersed in the wonders of the cosmos. It's an unforgettable adventure.

Plus So Much More

From relaxing spas to iconic restaurants – the fun never ends in the Tennessee Smoky Mountains. Contact Volunteer Cabin Rentals now to book a cabin for your upcoming girls' getaway.

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