Wonderful Gatlinburg Winter Magic
Want to join in on the fun? It begins November 5 through February 28. People of all ages can be entranced at the traditional mountain scenes, the colorful and magnificent winter displays, the playful teddy bears and other familiar, much loved displays both downtown and along Hwy.321 which has been making Gatlinburg a must see destination for […]
Read More..>>Gatlinburg’s Christmas Lights - Spectacular Winter Magic
November 5 through January 31, 2008 - Come join the fun with a guided trolley ride of Gatlinburg’s spectacular Winter Magic Chirsmats lighting displays and Christmas decorations. The trolleys depart from Mass Transit/Trolley Center at Ripley’s Aquarium Plaza. Tours will be leaving nightly at 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m. beginning November 5 the only exception is […]
Read More..>>Trick or Treat - Halloween day in Gatlinburg
Starting at noon on Halloween in downtown Gatlinburg the Trick or Treat Carnival will feature a pumpkin contest, games, costumed characters and plenty of Candy. End the evening with a hayride starting from the Aquarium or trick or treating down the Gatlinburg strip, a downtown Gatlinburg tradition.
Elk Springs Resort is only 8 minutes to downtown Gatlinburg and 2 minutes to […]
Gatlinburg Craftmen’s Fair
This Fall the Craftmen’s Fair returns to the Great Smoky Mountains. From October 9th to the 26th, over 200 artisans and craftspeople will be hosting their wares at the Gatlinburg Convention Center. The event will also feature several live country and bluegrass shows.
We’re starting to see some of the leaves changing color. It’s still too […]
Friday Night Lights in Gatlinburg - High School Football
If you have the itch for high school football while in Gatlinburg, the Gatlinburg Pittman Highlanders return from a 10-1 season in 2007. Located about 3 minutes from Elk Springs Resort, Hammonds stadium is tucked into the mountains and admission is $3 for adults. Home games are at 7:30 and you can always find a […]
Read More..>>Old Fashioned Wagon Rides in Gatlinburg, TN
For the month of September enjoy an old fashioned wagon ride through downtown Gatlinburg. From 5 to 9 pm Sunday through Thursday with rides every 45 minutes departing from the Mountain Mall at traffic light #6.
All proceeds to support the United Way.
2008 Fall Grand Rod Run Car Show - Pigeon Forge / Gatlinburg TN
September 11-14, 2008 - one of the largest hot rod shows in the country makes its fall appearance in Pigeon Forge. 100’s of cars will be on display up and down the strip in Pigeon Forge competing to when in several categories, but mostly having fun. 1000’s flock to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg to enjoy […]
Read More..>>National Story Telling Conference comes to Gatlinburg
From August 7th thru August 10th, the National Storytelling Conference comes to Gatlinburg Convention Center and according to the NSN, “The National Storytelling Conference (NSC) brings together National Storytelling Network (NSN) members, as well as individuals and organizations from the community, who are interested in the art and application of storytelling. Members and non-members present material […]
Read More..>>The View - The Newest of Gatlinburg Rentals
The View, a brand new 3 bedroom 3.5 bath cabin at Elk Springs Resort features a home theater room with 9 foot screen and theater seating.
Consistent with other cabins at Elk Springs Resort, the cabin features rustic luxury furniture such as this aspen bed locally made:
Each cabin at the resort has a pool table similar to […]
Live Gatlinburg Webcam View of Mt. LeConte - The Great Smoky Mountains
Elk Springs Resort is currently live with the most recent webcam from the Great Smoky Mountains. The webcam is mounted atop “Almost Heaven“, a 4 bedroom 4.5 bath with theater room and sauna. The camera looks out upon Mt. LeConte - Elevation 6,593 Feet.
It can be a little hazy depending on the location to the mountains, sun […]
Free Live Entertainment in Downtown Gatlinburg
Just a reminder that Tunes & Tales is still going on and will continue until August 9, 2008. Tunes & Tales features a collection of live entertainment from Cloggers, to Music to Storytellers. The music and cloggers are on each night from 7 until 10pm and are positioned throughout the strip from Ripleys down to […]
Read More..>>Don’t Miss the 33rd Annual Midnight 4th of July Parade in Gatlinburg!
Join an estimated 100,000 visitors who gather along the streets of downtown Gatlinburg to welcome the celebration of America’s Birthday as the clock strikes 12 a.m. on Friday July 4th. With over 100 entries in the parade, spectators line the streets early on July 3rd to watch this one of kind midnight festivity.
The parade is followed later in […]
Tunes and Tales Return to Downtown Gatlinburg
In it’s third season, Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales season starts this weekend continuing through August 9, 2008. Beginning everyday at 5pm, this summer long street performances include costumed musical performers, storytellers and artisans with as many as 14 nightly acts throughout the evening. Don’t’ forget your horse-drawn wagon ride throughout downtown Gatlinburg.
Elk Springs Resort […]
Read More..>>Firefly Lodge in Gatlinburg, TN - A Luxury Cabin Rental with Theater Room
Firefly Lodge is the newest addtion to Elk Springs Resort Luxury Cabin Rentals in Gatlinburg, TN. Firefly is a 3 bedroom 3.5 bath cabin with home theater room. A bungalow style cabin with open great room, the cabin features a theater room with 9 foot theater screen, 6 leather reclining theater seats and high definition […]
Read More..>>Gatlinburg’s Chalet of Love
Chalet D’amour, our newest cabin within Elk Springs Resort, located in the Arts and Crafts community in Gatlinburg, TN. A 2 bedroom 2.5 bath cabin featuring a wide open floor plan with 28 foot fireplace.
Perfect for a honeymoon or romantic getaway this cabin features a luxury master suite.
Chalet D’Amour features a 20 foot rain shower […]
Read More..>>1 great reason to visit a cabin in Gatlinburg - Dogwoods during the Spring!
Elk Springs is covered in dogwood trees. A leisurely walk around the resort, with a stop at the gazebo for a glide on the swing and a view of the mountains, will also provide unparalleled views of these wild white trees. Visitors will also spot many varieties of birds on the feeders, and bunnies in […]
A Diamond Mine in Gatlinburg TN
Elk Springs Resort newest 2 bedroom Cabin, Diamond Mine, features 2 master suites and loft game room with a 7′ professional pool table. Each suite has upgraded furniture, top of the line “Pillowtop” Mattresses and a TV with DVD Player.
The cabin features a private lofted Hot Tub on the upper Deck….
Loft Game Room With Pool […]
Read More..>>The 7th Annual Ribfest & Wings Festival in Downtown Gatlinburg!
Roll up your sleeves and dig into this tasty menu as this street party fills the Smoky Mountains with the smell of finger-lickin ribs and wings in downtown Gatlinburg on Thursday, April 17th from 4-8pm. This festival located on River Road and Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies plaza will rock your socks off with live […]
Read More..>>Dollywood Officially Open for the Season! Pigeon Forge, TN Amusement Park
Dollywood has officially opened for the 2008 season on March 21, 2008. With over 40 rides and attractions, Dollywood will leave you and your family with many memories in the Great Smoky Mountains. Featuring the New 2008 ride “River Battle” which contains an eight passenger raft equipped with soaker guns ready to aim at other […]
Read More..>>Professional Baseball in the Smoky Mountains
The Tennessee Smokies, a Chicago Cubs Double A farm team and members of the Southern League, make their home at Smokies Park in Sevierville, TN. Completed in 2000 Smokies Park features easy access, unrestricted views, plenty of parking and easy access to concessions with little lines and plenty of public seating. Seat prices range from […]
Read More..>>Gatlinburg’s Last Snow of the Season?
Check Availability, Pricing and Book a cabin online at: http://www.elkspringsresort.com/Gatlinburg_Cabin_Rentals.html
Read More..>>Grin and Bear It in Gatlinburg
Grin and Bear It is a brand new rental cabin offered in Elk Springs Resort. A 2 bedroom and 2 bath cabin featuring a large kitchen, loft pool table, 26 foot center fireplace and separate gazebo hot tub offers unique features not found in most Gatlinburg Cabins. The cabin is also secluded with a nice […]
Read More..>>Knoxville Professional Hockey
Knoxville and the Knoxville Coliseum is the home of the Knoxville Ice Bears of the Southern Professional Hockey League. A minor league team a couple levels removed from the NHL provides for some inexpensive but exciting entertainment. About a 55 minute drive from Elk Springs Luxury Cabin Resort, Ice Bear Games are both easy to […]
Read More..>>Ski Report for Gatlinburg - 02/06/2008
OBER GATLINBURG SLOPE REPORT
DATE: Wednesday, February 6, 2008
TIME: 6:00 AM
WEATHER: 61° - Clear
MAKING SNOW: Will resume when temperatures permit
Base
24” – 46”
Primary Surface
Groomed
Secondary Surface
Loose Granular
Ober Chute
Open
Slope Sessions Today and Thursday: Noon - 10pm
Ticket Sales: 11:30am - 8pm
Lift Ticket: $28; Ski Rental: $17; Ski School: $15
Night Session Today thru Friday: 6pm - 10pm
Ticket Sales: 5:30 pm - 8pm
Lift Ticket: $15; Ski […]
Spring Break in the Smokies, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge
Springfest begins in March in the Smokies. The streets of Gatlinburg will be lined with flowers and visitors will notice the many musicians performing along the sidewalks. Visit the convention center March 19-22nd to see the local artists’ works on display during the annual Easter Arts’ & Crafts show. Don’t miss the Springfest Parade in […]
Read More..>>Gatlinburg Ski Report - 01-31-2008
OBER GATLINBURG SLOPE REPORT
DATE: Thursday, January 31, 2008
TIME: 6:00 AM
WEATHER: 30° - Clear
MAKING SNOW: Made snow from 5:30 PM Wednesday until 5:30 AM Thursday
Base
32” – 54”
Primary Surface
Groomed
Secondary Surface
Hard Packed
Ober Chute
Open
Slope Session Thursday: Noon - 10pm
Ticket Sales: 11:30am - 8pm
Lift Ticket: $28; Ski Rental: $17; Ski School: $15
Night Session Today and Friday: 6pm - 10pm
Ticket Sales: 5:30 pm - 8pm
Lift […]
Bowling, Racquetball and an Indoor Swimming Pool in Gatlinburg
Located just 5 minutes from Elk Springs Resort Luxury Gatlinburg Cabins, the Gatlinburg Community Center features an 8 lane bowling alley, 4 Racquetball Courts and an olympic sized indoor swimming pool (and Kids Pool!). Reasonably priced and open all year the community centers close proximity to Elk Springs can almost be classified as a resort […]
Read More..>>Gatlinburg Ski Report - 01/22/08
OBER GATLINBURG SLOPE REPORT
DATE: Tuesday, January 22, 2008
TIME: 6:00 AM
WEATHER: 41° - Overcast
MAKING SNOW: Will resume when temperatures permit
COMMENTS: All of BEAR RUN is Now Open!
Base
36” – 58”
Primary Surface
Groomed
Secondary Surface
Hard Packed
Ober Chute
Bear Run
Open
Castle Run
Open
Alpine Way
Cub Way
Open
Ski School
Open
Grizzly
Mogul Ridge
Open
Slope Sessions Tuesday thru Thursday: Noon - 10pm
Ticket Sales: 11:30am - 8pm
Lift Ticket: $28; Ski Rental: $17; Ski School: $15
Night Session […]
Read More..>>Gatlinburg Winter Events for January & February 2008
January 28-29th
Tennessee Winter Special Olympics
Watch and cheer as Special Olympics atheletes compete for the gold in their annual Winter Olympics day. Events include snow skiing, ice skating and snowboarding.
Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort
865-436-5423
February 8th
SOUTHERN EXPOSURE COMPETITIONS
Watch or compete as skiiers and snowboarders take to the slopes for an afternoon of competition followed by the […]
Gatlinburg Ski Report 01/11/08
Elk Springs Luxury Gatlinburg Cabins are only 20 minutes from the Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area. Cabins can be booked online at:
http://www.elkspringsresort.com/Gatlinburg_Cabin_Rentals.html
OBER GATLINBURG SLOPE REPORT
DATE: Friday, January 11, 2008
TIME: 6:00 AM
WEATHER: 49° - Cloudy
MAKING SNOW: No ~ will resume when temperatures permit
Base
14” – 28”
Primary Surface
Hard Packed
Secondary Surface
Loose Granular
Ober Chute
Bear Run
Upper Half Open
Castle Run
Open
Alpine Way
Cub Way
Open
Ski School
Open
Grizzly
Mogul Ridge
Slope Sessions Friday: […]
