Top Activities on the Ground in Pigeon Forge

Have fun and see a different side of Pigeon Forge through this interactive and creative scavenger hunt. Walk or drive around to different checkpoints around town. Interpret art, culture, and history clues, and complete challenges for points, while discovering local secrets and hidden gems. Compete against other teams for a spot on the leaderboard, with help from a virtual guide if you need it.

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.

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.

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.

This tour leaves every Tuesday from Country Tonite Theater. As the tour leaves early in the morning, Cell Phone Photography advice and instruction is on a one-on-one basis as requested by the guest, throughout the tour. History and photo ops abound in Cades Cove, in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. While driving up to Cades Cove, a rolling Smart Phone Photo workshop is given, and as the van makes many photo stops, your instructor will give one on one assistance to you for excellent photo results. The History and Humor of the area and the folklore associated with it, is brought to life while the tour travels the eleven-mile loop. A stop at The Little River RR and Lumber Museum for more photo ops and history is next. The best photos of the Smokies, are along The Foothills Parkway at several lookouts. Back to Sevierville for a stop at Dolly's favorite hangout, Red's Soda Fountain. A sweet finale to your tour, this stop promises a delightful treat and picture-perfect memories!

Embark on a journey through Dolly’s Sevier County, with stops at a covered bridge, an AUTHENTIC antique shop, and a live demonstration of handmade brooms by a 3rd-generation craftsman and have lunch at PREACHER’S BAR-B-QUE, a true local favorite. 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. No Dolly tour is complete without a stop in downtown Sevierville, 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!

Wacky Walks in Pigeon Forge is a royal themed scavenger hunt done using an app on your phone! During the game you will hunt for items around the city to gain points. Another way to earn points is by completing wacky challenges. There will be a King or Queen amongst your group in which you will compete for throughout the course of the game. The objective of Wacky Walks is to gain as many points as you can and hold on to your King/Queen title for as long as possible. Wacky Walks is not timed, so you can take as long as you'd like to complete it and can do it in any area of the city you choose. During the game, you'll have a remote host that will be chatting with you if you need help. Come get out and explore with us in Pigeon Forge today!

Explore Pigeon Forge with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger hunt takes you around the city to find items in any order you want and perform exciting tasks for points. The scavenger hunt is done using an app and you'll be able to check the rankings feature anytime to see how you rank. Our scavenger hunt has a remote guide that will help along the way via chat. Let's get exploring in Pigeon Forge.

The Sights, Sounds and Tastes of The Smokies is a small-group adventure limited to just 8 guests aboard a comfortable PhotoFAST van. Visit the picturesque Harrisburg Covered Bridge, enjoy a scenic drive around Douglas Lake and through historic Dandridge, with a photo stop at Douglas Dam Lookout. Stroll downtown Sevierville and see the iconic Dolly Parton Statue. The evening ends at Red’s Soda Fountain with a gourmet light dinner and fountain drink (sweet treats available for purchase). Award-winning tribute artists Michael Cullipher and Samantha Dawn perform incredible vocal impressions of Dolly Parton, Tanya Tucker, Billy Ray Cyrus, Johnny Cash & June Carter, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley and more—requests welcome! Food, entertainment, transportation, and guided narration included