Top Pigeon Forge Outdoor Activities

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.

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 Trigger Town Old West Paintball.

Whether you’re an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) novice or a seasoned off-roader, enjoy thrills and spills under the eye of an instructor/guide on this Pigeon Forge adventure. Riding your own solo ATV, roar up to a high bluff with valley views and down to a messy mudhole (immersion optional). Numbers are limited to 10, ensuring personal attention and minimal waiting around.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the whimsical Ancient Lore Village on a scenic tour through the Smoky Mountains. This 4-hour adventure includes guided transportation to a unique fantasy-themed resort, where guests will enjoy a fairy-hosted village tour followed by a catered lunch with stunning views of the waterfalls. After dining, you can wander the village grounds, participate in activities, and relax by cozy firepits. Perfect for all ages, this tour promises an immersive experience in a magical setting amidst the beautiful Tennessee scenery. - 4-hour guided scenic tour to Ancient Lore Village - Enjoy a sit-down, seasonally inspired catered lunch - Access to village activities including game yards and firepits - Ideal for all ages, perfect for families and groups

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.

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.

Heavy traffic can take away from the fun of driving the 11-mile (17.7 kilometer) Cades Cove loop. This guided bus tour offers a low-stress alternative to taking your own car, plus provides the benefit of guided commentary so you get more out of the trip than just a chance to admire mountain scenery.

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.

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.

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 (Does not include Snow Tubing): Outdoor Summer Tubing, Avalanche Snow Coaster, Ski Lift Shootout, Axe Throwing, and Trigger Town Old West 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.

Experience the legendary music of the Motown era with the Soul of Motown performance at the Grand Majestic Theater in Pigeon Forge. Live performers take the stage to celebrate the music of artists like Sam Cooke, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Gladys Knight, and more.

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!

Test your analytical skills while having lots of fun with your friends with an escape game. Follow a set of clues to help you complete your mission, with only an hour to 'escape'—or not. Choose from five different immersive games, ranging from a gold-hunting experience to a Mars mission.

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.

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.

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.

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/

Join us on the single most visited area called Cades Cove Historic District. This high adventure around 2,000 ft above sea level gets over 2 million visitors a year. Start your visit with our knowledgeable tour guides. This narrated tour is on the National Register of Historic Places. Your visit skirts through Wears Valley and Townsend and enters the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the West side. Purchase souvenirs at the Visitors Center to help support the national park. There are plenty of stops on this CAN’T MISS photographers’ paradise. Promoted by numerous individuals as the “prettiest drive in America” with breathtaking scenes of the Great Smoky Mountains most elevated points. Learn about Cades Cove Campground, local caves, waterfall hikes, and the best local ice cream!!!