10 Ways to fall in love all over again in Sevierville, TN
Sevierville, Tennessee nestled in the foothills of Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers the perfect backdrop for reigniting that spark. You can choose from plenty of outdoor adventure, stunning hikes, and quirky once in a lifetime activities like a llama trek, helicopter ride or a delicious ice cream sundae pedicure.
What do you say? Are you ready to fall head over heels in Sevierville? We’ve got your go to guide below.
1. Take a Driving Tour
Driving around in the mountains provides some picture-perfect scenery. But driving around in the mountains in the fall, in Sevierville especially, is second to none. Get your printer-friendly Boyd’s Creek Fall Driving Tour map here, and see for yourself the photo-worthy areas that truly celebrate this colorful season!
The peak times for an autumn fall color drive are mid-October to mid-November. A few places of interest on the driving tour? The Wade Family Barn, Battle of Boyd’s Creek Memorial, Island View School, Wilderness at the Smokies, Rock City Barn, and St. Paul Episcopal Church. Can you imagine a better way to enjoy the turn of the season than with a hot cup of coffee while you cruise through the Smokies with your boo? Me neither.
2. Go on a Llama Trek
If you want to do something you won’t soon forget any time soon, Smoky Mountain Llama Treks is where you need to go. These professionally-trained pack llamas make the perfect companion for a stroll through the woods. They carry your necessities and graze on flowers while you stop for a break and snack on lunch. One trek with Kusco, White Lightning, or Peanut Butter, and you’ll have a new best friend before your hike is over!
3. Take in the Views from Above
The Wears Valley Helicopter Tour offers a uniquely thrilling view of the Great Smoky Mountains and is sure to put you and your beau in a romantic mood.
You’ll see spectacular mountain views as you fly over the historic Sevierville and experience the wilderness of Pine Mountain starting at just $160/pp
4. Take to Douglas Lake
There’s nothing that says summertime quite like spending the day at the lake. Head to Douglas Lake where you can swim, picnic, camp, fish, and more. Besides being a top spot for fishing, it also has exceptional opportunities for boating. Whether you bring your boat or rent one at the lake, you’ll love taking it out on the water and relaxing together!
And for something more low-key than cruising on a boat, you can rent kayaks, paddleboats, and more.
5. Lace-Up Your Hiking Shoes
Throw on those boots and hit the trails to get one with nature.
Hike to Grotto Falls. You’ll follow the Trillium Gap Trail through an old-growth hemlock forest, passing a series of waterfalls along the way before walking behind the 25-foot waterfall.
Distance: 3 miles, roundtrip
Level of difficulty: moderate
Hike the Laurel Falls Trail through the lush landscape to see the 80-foot waterfall (and maybe some black bears in the distance!)
Distance: 2.6 miles, roundtrip
Level of difficulty: moderate
Traveler Tip: during the summer, the parking lot can fill up fast. Try to arrive early to avoid crowds and secure a spot.
6. Savor the Tastes of Fall
Have you ever tried apple wine? Now’s your chance! The Apple Barn and Cider Mill is the perfect place to fill your palate with the tastes of fall. Here, you’ll enjoy exploring the cider mill, restaurant, general store, creamery, and, yes, even the winery. The best part? They serve you a basket of apple fritters before your meal even starts. Is your mouth watering yet?
7. Face your fears together at Foxfire
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again: a zipline is one of the coolest ways to see nature that surrounds you! Foxfire Mountain Adventure Park is home to a seven-line waterfall canopy zipline, and it’s every bit as exciting as it sounds.
The zipline opened in 2010. The next year, Marc added ATV tours. The year after that, the 330-foot-long Bridge to Prosperity — the longest swinging bridge in the United States. And now, it also boasts a climbing wall, an aerial adventure course, a cidery, a five-line Goliath zip course, a BBQ shack, a museum, hiking trails, a couple of llamas, and one shy but polite African Watusi.
The point is, this single destination checks all the boxes for that adventure-seeking, nature-exploring partner in your life.
8. Splurge at Parrot Mountain and Gardens
If you’re looking for a unique experience, it’s hard to beat a visit to Parrot Mountain and Gardens. Travelers mention it’s pricey but worth it. And here’s why: nestled on four acres of land are gardens and hundreds (we mean hundreds) of tropical birds.
Toucans, silvery-cheeked hornbills, magpies, and more take residence here. And with space to explore, thousands of blooming flowers to set your sights on, and pathways to follow, it’s the perfect activity for a couple of “love birds”. Plus, you can really go all in and purchase a bird to take home with you!
9. Pamper Yourselves at the Spa at Oak Haven
Three words: ice cream manicures & pedicures — a pedicure while you’re eating an ice cream sundae, of course! There’s no such thing as a lousy spa day. Because, really, any day spent pampering yourself is a good one. But, there’s something about indulging on an ice cream sundae while enjoying a luxurious nail treatment at The Spa at Oak Haven that’s, well, irresistible, don’t you think?
10. See the Smoky Mountains by Horseback
Spend the morning at Five Oaks Riding Stables, and you won’t be disappointed. An hour-long horse ride rewards you with some epic views of the mountains. And as you climb higher up, you eventually see Mount Le Conte in the distance.
WHERE TO STAY?
You have TWO options when heading to Sevierville. Stay at Wyndham Smoky Mountains right in the heart of America’s number one national park destination. Or, create a little distance and rest your head at Wyndham Vacation Resorts Great Smokies Lodge, which masterfully combines the beauty of the Smokies with top-notch amenities and accommodations.
Either choice will land you with affordable, spacious two- and three-bedroom suite options with full kitchens.