But the Smokies experience is not simply a wilderness escape from civilization. Near our Gatlinburg chalets and Pigeon Forge Rentals, the towns are alive with activity, ranging from shopping to the many night spots along the major thoroughfare and in quaint side streets. The many attractions include Ober, a major ski resort that boasts many year-round activities, including indoor ice skating, tobaggan runs, and bungee jumping. Several whitewater rafting companies take guests to the several streams coming down from the heights. Bent Creek and the Municipal Golf Course.
Incredible vistas abound on both courses.
Riverside golfing challenges are provided at two beautiful new courses, Eagle's Landing and River Islands. Today, millions of visitors know it as one of the greatest natural treasures in the world. The United Nations has recognized the Park as an international biosphere reserve. The Park's 800 square miles are home to more species of plants than any other area on the North American continent, as well as over 50 species of mammals, including frequently seen black bears and the more reclusive red wolves. The world's largest salamander, the hellbender, can be seen in the shallows of the larger creeks during the warmer months.