Winter is one of the most beautiful seasons of the year. The trees are bare, and the ground might be covered in a beautiful layer of snow, creating some of the most amazing scenes all year round. This winter, if you are looking for a beautiful and romantic place to take your significant other for a weekend getaway, then there is no place better to visit than the Great Smoky Mountains. Not sure what to do when you get here? Check out these 4 romantic things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains this winter:
1. Check Out the Beautiful Winter Views
No trip to the Great Smoky Mountains is complete without checking out the spectacular mountain views. No matter where you go in the national park, you will be surrounded by the beauty of the mountains. You will find great views just driving down the road or finding an overlook on one of the roads with a gorgeous view of snow-laden mountains. Some of the best places to check out views include the Gatlinburg Scenic Overlook, Foothills Parkway, and Newfound Gap Road.
2. Winter Hiking
That brings us to another one of the best romantic things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains in winter, and that is winter hiking. Hiking is a favorite pastime of people who visit the area and that doesn’t stop just because the colder weather has rolled in. There are still many great hiking trails to check out even during the colder weather. Some of the best winter hiking trails include Alum Cave Trail, Rainbow Falls, and Porters Creek. All of these hiking trails feature beautiful winter sights, like mountain views or even a few icy waterfalls.
3. Visit Cades Cove
One of the most visited places in the Great Smoky Mountains is Cades Cove. Cades Cove is one of the most beautiful areas of the country, and there are a ton of things to do in Cades Cove. You can just drive along Cades Cove Loop Road, enjoying the views while stopping at pull-offs to enjoy the sites or go hiking on one of the many amazing hiking trails in the area. Don’t forget to check out the local history so you can learn more about the people that live in Cades Cove before it became a part of a national park! We recommend getting some hot chocolate and driving along the loop road with your sweetheart while you admire the scenery.
4. Visit Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg
In addition to the romantic things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains during the winter we’ve listed above. your trip to the area wouldn’t be complete without exploring Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. These two mountain towns have so much to offer couples visiting the area. Whether you want to stroll hand in hand down the streets admiring millions of twinkling lights, or enjoy a romantic dinner for two in a mountain lodge atmosphere, you can find it all in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Ride the SkyLift to the top of Gatlinburg SkyPark for unmatched views of the mountains and downtown Gatlinburg, or head to Anakeesta for gorgeous views, delicious food, and a photo together in their Twigloo heart with the mountains in the background! Other popular restaurants and attractions to visit with your sweetheart are The Island in Pigeon Forge, The Peddler, The Greenbrier, and The Old Mill.
There are many great romantic things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains that you will not want to miss out on this winter. Make sure you don’t miss out on any of it by booking one of our Smoky Mountain cabin rentals today.
