Spending time with your family is the best way to create fond memories, but it’s also a great way to reduce stress and positively increase your overall well-being. That’s why Pigeon Forge is such a great place for families!
Pigeon Forge offers plenty of family fun whether you’re looking to enjoy some of the beautiful nature or stay indoors. There are also plenty of Pigeon Forge activities that work for any age, from toddlers to teens.
At ExoRent, we know the value of spending quality time with your family in a fun, safe environment. Safety during our ATV, UTV experiences is our top priority, followed closely by making sure everyone has the time of their life.
ATV and UTV rides are a great way to explore the natural beauty of Pigeon Forge, but there are also plenty of other family-friendly things to check out. Read on for our list of the best activities to do with your kids.
1. Have an ATV, UTV Experience
Explore your sense of adventure and witness the true beauty of Tennessee with this exciting experience. You and your family can enjoy the sights while creating fun memories that will last a lifetime.
Safety is always our top priority for every experience. Rest assured that whichever vehicle you choose your family will have a fun but safe time.
Riders that are 16 and older can enjoy ATV riding through the Smoky Mountains, which is sure to give you a thrill. Our guides will lead you to exciting climbs and drops that wind throughout the mountain terrain.
UTV Riding is a wonderful option that’s fun for the whole family. These vehicles seat groups of 2, 4, and 6, come equipped with a Bluetooth radio, and will comfortably hold a car seat.
Cruise around in these street-legal vehicles or visit The Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail, Clingman’s Dome, or Cade’s Cove.
No matter which vehicle you choose, your family is sure to have an unforgettable time and a unique experience.
2. Visit Anakeesta
Immerse your family in all the beautiful views that Tennessee has to offer at this sprawling and unique experience.
Anakeesta offers outdoor activities like their Treetop Skywalk, which includes 14 bridges and a 360-degree view of the Smoky Mountains.
You can also take a ride on a gondola that drops you off at their quaint Firefly Village, where you can shop and dine. If gondolas aren’t for you, opt for the scenic guided tour in a Ridge Rambler as you make your way up.
Stop and take in the views at Anavista Observation Tower, the highest point in all of downtown Gatlinburg with views of lush gardens and surrounding mountains.
Take a ride on the Dueling Zipline Adventure or the Rail Runner Mountain Coaster, the only one of its kind in the U.S.! Whether you’re looking for a relaxing afternoon or an adrenaline rush, there’s something for everyone here.
3. Play at Pigeon Forge Snow
If you can’t beat the heat, visit Pigeon Forge Snow instead! This indoor attraction is fun for all ages and is even a comfortable temperature of 60-70 degrees all year round.
Experience hillside snow tubing and real snow made out of 100% water with no additives. Visit the SnowPlay area, a place for all ages to enjoy playing in the real snow. Build a snowman, a snow fort, and other fun things.
You can also choose to relax on our second story with food and drink options from the snack bar. Here, you can also enjoy a view of your loved ones enjoying their tubing and snow play.
4. Catch A Show
You’ll find a lot of live entertainment in Pigeon Hole that the whole family will enjoy.
Country Tonite Theatre puts on a two-hour award-winning show that features some of the best singers, dancers, and entertainers in Tennessee. Enjoy a wide variety of acts like bluegrass and gospel songs, comedy acts, and more.
Feast and become part of the longest feud in history at the Hatfield and McCoy Dinner Show or take in an ocean adventure at the Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show.
If your family loves a mystery, make sure to stop by the Great Smoky Mountain Murder Mystery Dinner Show. This show features a three-course meal in a small setting so that everyone can be part of the action.
5. Visit a Dude Ranch
Nothing beats a day spent outdoors at a farm full of nature and animals. Visit Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa for quality time and activities for all ages.
Animal lovers will especially love all that this ranch offers. Enjoy horseback riding on their 3.5-mile-long mountain trail. V.I.P rides are an option for small children and helmets are available for all riders.
Feed animals like goats, rabbits, chickens, and much more at their free petting zoo. Relax at their catch-and-release fishing pond or enjoy a meal in the shade at the picnic area.
You can also go gem mining and visit their general store and a museum full of treasures from the Civil War days.
6. Test Your Skills at Go Karts
Put your driving skills on display at Blake Jones Racing Center. This attraction features a Figure 8 Slick Track, an Oval Drift Track, and Spin Zone Bumper Cars.
The Track is a great racing option for kids of all ages. Race go-karts three stories high on their Wild Woody track or visit Kid’s Country for two tracks designed just for young drivers.
The Track also offers mini golf, bumper boats, arcades, prizes, and more fun for the whole family.
7. Be a Lumberjack for a Day
The whole family can be lumberjacks for a day at Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Adventure Park. Let the kids run and climb through rope courses or experience log rolling for the first time.
If you love a thrill, take a simulated freefall or ride their cable-rail roller coaster. This unique coaster merges all the fun of a zipline and rollercoaster in one exciting ride.
Enjoy entertainment with your family while taking in a delicious meal at Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Supper Show. Enjoy eating like a lumberjack while watching daring stunts, comedy, and live music.
8. Visit Dollywood
Many Tennessee natives would agree that you can’t visit the area without making a stop at Dollywood! This popular attraction from the Grammy-winning artist boasts more than 50 rides and is known for being one of the friendliest theme parks in the world.
Enjoy plenty of ride options for the whole family, watch craftsmen expertly showcase their trades, shop and dine, or take in one of their many mainstay or seasonal shows.
Dollywood’s Splash Country water park gives your family a chance to beat the heat while enjoying fun water slides and rides for all ages.
9. Spend a Day at the Island
If you’re looking to keep your family entertained for a day, head to The Island, a 23-acre entertainment center for all ages.
This unique destination has something for everyone, from shopping to dining to entertainment and rides. For shopping, there are over 40 retail stores to check out that range from clothing to home goods and a Build-A-Bear workshop.
The kids will love attractions like the 7D Dark Ride Adventure, The Island Ropes Course, or The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, a Ferris wheel that lifts you 200 feet in the air.
10. Play Arcade Games
Nothing beats playing some classic or new arcade games as a family! There are several arcades available in Pigeon Forge, any of which will keep your family entertained and happy.
Rockin’ Raceway offers over 150 different games as well as “the fastest slick track in The Smokies.” Big Top Arcade is home to state-of-the-art games and boasts awesome prizes.
Arcade City Pigeon Forge is another good choice, with all the latest in arcade games of all kinds.
11. Mix Learning With Fun at a Museum
Your kids will never forget the fun they had at one of Pigeon Forge’s museums while also learning new things.
The Hollywood Wax Museum is a funky, fun time for everyone, with bold displays and famous moments captured in wax.
Beyond The Lens! is a techno-tainment destination full of fun and interactive displays like photo opportunities, a hunt for Bigfoot, mysteries of history, two-minute escape rooms, and a look at pop culture from the 1960s until now.
12. Play a Round of Mini Golf
Return to simpler times and have some old-fashioned fun with your kids at mini golf.
Crave Golf Club offers a Candyland-themed mini-course golf that is sure to be as fun as it looks.
Golf your way through places like Ice Cream Canyon and Bubblegum Garden or stop for a sweet treat at their candy shop or milkshake bar.
13. Go on a Magical Quest
If your kids love magic and fairy tales, MagiQuest will keep them entertained for a day.
Let your kids experience an interactive quest that incorporates live role-playing and waving a magic wand while learning to become a Master Magi.
MagiQuest also has mini golf, including a special FX Pirate Golf, an arcade, a mirror maze, and yummy concessions.
Book A Fun Family Outing Today
Now you know the best family activities to enjoy with your kids when you’re in Pigeon Forge. Whether it’s an ATV, UTV experience, a live show, or an amusement park, there’s something that everyone will love in Pigeon Forge.
If you’re ready to book an ATV or UTV experience for your family today, make sure to check out what we offer at ExoRent. Contact us today with any questions before