Whether you and your special someone are planning your first or 15th getaway together, consider booking a cabin in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge, TN. Surrounded by the awe-inspiring Smoky Mountains, these beautiful areas are the perfect settings for romance. To further enhance your trip, here are a few couples-friendly activities to add to your itinerary. 

How to Enjoy the Smoky Mountains With Your Significant Other

1. Ride the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel

Enjoy stunning views atop the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, a 200-foot ferris wheel found in the heart of Pigeon Forge. Featuring enclosed, climate-controlled gondolas, this ride also offers a spectacular light show at night. 

2. Tour the Rocky Top Wine Trail

Sip some of the region’s best wine on this romantic day trip. The Rocky Top Wine Trail includes Mountain Valley Vineyards in Pigeon Forge, Hillside Winery in Sevierville, Gatlinburg's Sugarland Cellars, and The Mill Bridge at the Historic Old Mill. Enjoy complimentary wine tastings and ask for a Rocky Top Wine Trail Passport at the first winery. Keep getting it stamped to enjoy free gifts.

3. Hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Lace up your hiking boots and explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park. There are plenty of trails for hikers of all levels, such as the 1.4-mile Max Patch trail on the North Carolina side of the Smokies or the 8-mile Ramsey Cascades. You’ll wander through an old growth forest before reaching a refreshing waterfall.

4. Go Ziplining

Keep the adrenaline rush going with a ziplining adventure. After getting a good night’s sleep in your cabin after hiking, you and your partner can fly through the air, surrounded by gorgeous greenery. There are numerous ziplining options to choose from, including those in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, so you can easily pick one close to your cabin.

Enjoy these and other wonderful activities for couples when you book a cabin stay with American Patriot Getaways. The vacation rental company offers a wide variety of cabin options in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, including pet-friendly and secluded selections for romantic getaways. Call (800) 204-5169 today to secure your property or browse available rentals online. For more tips on activities in the area, like them on Facebook.