Top Pigeon Forge Outdoor Activities

Zip through Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains on a mountain coaster with this admission ticket. Navigate several twists, turns, and drops through the lush forest landscape and take in the mountain scenery while you ride. For the more adventurous, take the coaster at night and enjoy a fun ride through the mountains while it's lit up.

You don’t have to be a kid to act like one with this Zorbing experience in Pigeon Forge—though kids as young as five are welcome to participate. Roll down a 1,00 foot (304 meter) hill in a giant, specialty-welded human hamster ball with up to three of your friends or family members. There are no other zorbing tracks in the country quite like it!

This Pigeon Forge Single Rider Go Karts and Mini Golf Combo Adventure offers an exhilarating blend of high-speed thrills and cosmic fun. What makes this experience special is the chance to embark on a thrilling journey into the future of racing with three races on a state-of-the-art, single-rider, gas go kart, promising high-speed excitement, lightning-fast acceleration, responsive handling, and precise controls on a futuristic track. Complementing this adrenaline rush is an out-of-this-world adventure: one round of Galactic Mini Golf, transporting you to distant galaxies, alien worlds, and awe-inspiring celestial landscapes as you putt your way through a premier space-themed course under the stars.

Relax in the arms of Mother Nature on this guided jeep tour of the Smoky Mountains. Take about a half day to explore all the woodlands and water features that make up the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. Max group size is 10, so a small group tour. Explore the American Frontier with nearly 200 years of history.

Rowdy Bear's Smoky Mountain SnowPark is the perfect place for those who are looking for fun in the Smokies! We are now offering a 2 Hour Unlimited Ride Wristband where you can enjoy all of these exciting attractions (Does not include Snow Tubing): Outdoor Summer Tubing, Outdoor Axe Throwing, Avalanche Snow Coaster, Ski Lift Shootout, and 1 Ride on the Trigger Town Old West Paintball.

Ramp up the holiday spirit with a ticket to YO HO at Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Christmas Show in Pigeon Forge. Sing along to your favorite holiday tunes while watching real lumberjacks participate in friendly competitions like sawing, log rolling, and speed climbing. After the show, you can compete in your own challenges in the onsite adventure park.

Take in the extraordinary forest ecosystems of the Great Smoky Mountains while getting your adrenaline flowing on this extreme jeep tour through Newfound Gap. Your guide will take you in an open-air jeep from Pigeon Forge uphill to the nearly mile-high Gap, and then back down to base. Along the way, you’ll learn about the history and geography of this remarkable wild land.

Check out one of the most scenic drives in America on this approximately three hour jeep tour along the Foothills Parkway in the Smoky Mountains. This is a small group tour, so you’ll keep costs down by sharing your vehicle. But you’ll still have excellent views, several stops for photos, and a fun family-friendly all terrain ride.

Get ready for an experience so immersive that you will leave feeling like a game show legend! Every 60-minute game show consists of 5 rounds of mini-games that are customized to your groups skill level. Every round offers a different kind of gameplay from strategy to luck to trivia and more! Blockchain let’s you complete by answering trivia questions to connect your chain before the other team; Drawing In The Dark has you guessing what your blindfolded teammate is drawing within 45 seconds; Major Miners is where you guess the LEAST popular answer to a survey question; Spin Out gives you that iconic “spin the wheel” moment. And that’s only 4 of our 17+ mini-games that your gameshow could include! Read more about - https://greatbiggameshow.com/pigeon-forge/

This tour is ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time who want to experience the top highlights of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg while also discovering sights you don’t want to miss. The Smokies Adventure Loop delivers an enchanting introduction to the best the Smokies have to offer, all in just two hours.

Unlike other shows in the area, Country Tonite in Pigeon Forge makes a perfect family night out. Not only is the show great for all ages, but all children 12 and under get in free, too. Hear songs from old country favorites to gospel to modern hits and even patriotic anthems. There is also a concession area to purchase food and drinks to make sure the whole family stays happy throughout the show.

Discover a world of fun at Lost Treasure Golf in Pigeon Forge, where mini golf meets adventure. Enjoy a round of themed mini golf designed for all ages, featuring creative courses that challenge your skills while entertaining your imagination. Whether you're an adult or a child, this pass provides access to an enjoyable day filled with friendly competition and laughter. Perfect for families, friends, or groups looking to make lasting memories in a vibrant setting.

Rowdy Bear's Smoky Mountain SnowPark is the perfect place for those who are looking for fun in the Smokies! We are now offering a 1 Hour Unlimited Ride Wristband where you can enjoy all of these exciting attractions: Outdoor Summer Tubing, Avalanche Snow Coaster, Ski Lift Shootout, and Axe Throwing. (Does not include Snow Tubing or Trigger Town Paintball Experience).

Discover a variety of Tennessee's moonshine and wine distilleries on a half-day tour from Sevierville. Your guide shares the history of moonshine and prohibition, tastings of wine and moonshine, and details about local breweries and distilleries. Visit multiple moonshine distilleries and wineries, in Sevierville and Pigeon Forge, and enjoy tastings at each venue.

Travel the only tour that goes to the site of Dolly's childhood cabin and explore Dolly's Sevier County from Locust Ridge Rd., to beautiful Wears Valley, The Foothills Parkway and back to a walking tour of Sevierville, and the Dolly Statue. Enjoy a full factual narration about Dolly along with her music playing in the background throughout the tour. A sweet ending awaits the tour with a final stop at Red's Ice Cream Fountain and Soda Shop, one of Dolly's favorite hangouts.

Enjoy a performance of ‘Remembering Red – A Tribute to Red Skelton’ at the Red Skelton Tribute Theater in Pigeon Forge. This family-friendly comedy show is performed by Brian Hoffman, who brings to life memories of the Golden Age of television as he re-creates Red Skelton’s characters and jokes. Before the show starts, get into the spirit of the era with a video about celebrities, music and more from the 1950s, ‘60s and ‘70s.

Book in advance to skip long lines at Magiquest for a day of family fun and roleplaying adventures. Your admission ticket gives you access to two separate attractions: an interactive roleplaying experience and mini golf. The park is open seven days a week to fit all schedules and itineraries.

You don’t have to travel to the West Coast to see your favorite celebrities up close. The Hollywood Wax Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, is the largest Hollywood wax museum in the United States, housing replicas of stars. Come spend the day (or even just a few hours) taking selfies with the wax versions of big stars, pop culture icons, and Pigeon Forge’s famous 40,000-pound Great Ape. Plus, learn little-known facts about the celebrities as you wander the museum at your own pace.

Indulge your sweet tooth at Crave Golf Club, where dreams of playing golf in a real-life Candy Land come true. Immerse yourself in a unique miniature golf experience with a candy-themed course that winds its way to the rooftop. Enjoy 38 holes plus mini-bowling, escape rooms, and a candy store to satisfy all your sugary cravings.

Take a break from traditional attractions with an interactive escape room experience that challenges your teamwork and problem-solving skills. Choose from eight themed adventures as you race against the clock to complete your mission. With a variety of storylines and family-friendly gameplay, it’s an entertaining activity for groups of all kinds.

This is the ONLY tour that goes to the cabin on Locust Ridge, near where Dolly Parton was born—a rare glimpse into her humble beginnings. You’ll also visit her schools and the church where she first sang, all nestled in the mountain hollers that inspired her music. Whether you're capturing the peaceful landscapes of Dolly’s backroads or the charm of the Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community, this tour offers a rich and rewarding experience that’s both personal and picturesque. Have lunch at PREACHER’S BAR-B-QUE, a true local favorite. Continue to a real Appalacian antique store, and then to the last of the mountain broom makers. No Dolly tour is complete without a stop in downtown Sevierville, The Dolly Statue, and a treat at Red’s Ice Cream Fountain, one of Dolly’s favorite high school hangouts. Indulge in their homemade ice cream, brimming with nostalgic flavor—a sweet finale and a picture-perfect memory!

A great way to discover Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg in our open-air, heated Jeeps. This breathtaking, narrated scenic light tour will delight your senses and warm your hearts with small groups or families creating memories worth repeating. We depart from our office in Pigeon Forge and head south toward Gatlinburg to view the twinkling light displays. Discover a breathtaking view of Gatlinburg from above. As we make our way back through Pigeon Forge we wind through each lighted bridge and discover the stories told with each light display in town.

Mini golf gets a sweet twist on this Candyland-themed course in Pigeon Forge. Putt your way through locations such as Bubblegum Garden and Ice Cream Canyon, each decorated with details including giant gummy bears and cupcake pillars that bring the course to life. When you need a break, swing by the milkshake bar or candy store for a sweet snack.