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.
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..>>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..>>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..>>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..>>The Other Ski Resort Near Gatlinburg
Most visitors packing their ski’s and coming to Gatlinburg to rent a cabin typically end up at Ober Gatlinburg. Located at the end of Ski Mountain Road, Ober Gatlinburg is the ski area of choice for most visitors. However, most visitors are unaware of a comparable ski area just over the mountains in North Carolina […]
Read More..>>Elk Springs Resort Goes Virtual
A high tech resort, each Elk Springs Resort rental cabin is equipped with high speed wireless internet to assist guests in staying connected. While coming to Gatlinburg is a chance to get away, for many guests staying connected is helpful for booking shows, finding directions and even cheating by checking an email or two. Better […]
Read More..>>Ice Skating in Gatlinburg?
Actually, you can ice skate in Gatlinburg during the middle of August. Why? Because Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort has an indoor ice rink that is open all year. Located at the end of Ski Mountain Road, Ober Gatlinburg is not only Gatlinburg’s ski area but also the final destination for those looking to take a […]
Gatlinburg Photos of the Week
3 of our newest cabin signs from local Wood Carver Jerry Ward.
Fontana is a 1 bedroom 2 bath cabin with loft sleeping area. With over 85% occupancy, it’s one of the most popular rental cabins in Gatlinburg and features 2 Gazebos, a hot tub, pool table, stainless steel gas grill, gas fireplace and luxury furniture […]
Read More..>>Winterfest - A Fantasy of Lights in Gatlinburg, TN
The first Friday of December each year features Gatlinburgs “Fantasy of Lights” Christmas Parade. Ranked as one of the Top 20 Events in the South, the parade starting at 7:30pm features over 100 floats and entries as well as marching bands, helium balloons and of course, Santa Claus.
The parade starts just west of City Hall and makes […]
Serenity Lodge - A Luxury Gatlinburg Cabin
Serentiy Lodge, our newest 5 bedroom luxury cabin at Elk Springs Resort features 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, hot tub, and a home theater room with 7 foot screen, surround sound system and leather reclining theater seating. Convenient to Gatlinburg and minutes to Dollywood, this luxury rental cabin is perfectly convenient for visitors looking for convenience, […]
Read More..>>Volunteer Football
About an hour drive from Gatlinburg is The University of Tennessee in Knoxville. Because of the accomodations and easy access to Knoxville, visiting fans from Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky and South Carolina, among others use Gatlinburg Cabins as a hub for a college football weekend.
Home of the Tennessee Volunteers, with a capacity of just of […]
Read More..>>Fall Is Upon Us
We’re starting to see the colors that have made the fall in the Great Smoky Mountains famous. This shot, taken from the entry way to the resort is showing about 1/3rd to 1/2 of the leaves changing color.
It doesn’t necessarily mean the fall colors are half over, however, it’s definitely the beginning of something good.
A […]
Buck Wild at Elk Springs Resort
Our newest cabin to enter into the rental program is Buckwild. Buckwild is a 3 bedroom 3 bath Montana Grande Model, our newest floorplan. Listening to the demands of our customers, Buckwild features the open loft feel with lots of fixed glass combined with a larger kitchen and plenty of counter space and cabinets. Consistent with our other models, […]
Read More..>>Great Sights and Great Hiking at Newfound Gap.
Home of the Rockefeller Memorial, Newfound Gap sits a top a mountain pass located at the Tennessee North Carolina line at almost the center of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. At 5048 feet (1539 meters) the Newfound Gap offers equally impressive views of the mountainous terrain in both states. An intersection point for many hiking trails, including the Appalachian trail, […]
Read More..>>Gatlinburg Golf
Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are better known for having more than 30 Miniature Golf courses, but if your looking for the big stuff, the options are somewhat limited – but they certainly are great options. Even better, both are conveniently located to Elk Springs Resort, within 15-20 minutes and via routes with no traffic.
Bent Creek Golf Course is […]
