At our Smoky Mountain cabin Emerald View Escape, you are perfectly positioned just 15–25 minutes from the best of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Wears Valley. Discover top-rated wildlife encounters, thrilling mountain coasters, and indoor waterparks tailor-made for big crews and active, multi-kid families.
High-Energy Thrills & Amusements
Dig'n Zone Theme Park: Let your younger kids operate real, heavy-duty construction equipment! It’s a totally unique and highly interactive experience for children Dig'n Zone Theme Park.
NASCAR SpeedPark: Perfect for families with multiple kids of varying ages, this park offers everything from junior go-karts and bumper cars to high-speed tracks for older teens NASCAR SpeedPark Smoky Mountains.
Sevier Air Trampoline & Ninja Warrior Park: Burn off some serious energy! This mega-facility features massive trampoline grids and ninja courses Sevier Air.
WonderWorks: An indoor "amusement park for the mind" that’s packed with over 100 hands-on exhibits to challenge and entertain older kids and tweens WonderWorks Pigeon Forge.
The Island in Pigeon Forge: Enjoy a multi-day pass to rides like the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, free outdoor shows, and plenty of dining choices under one roof The Island in Pigeon Forge.
Wildlife & Outdoor Encounters
Smoky Mountain Deer Farm & Exotic Petting Zoo: Take a leisurely stroll and hand-feed camels, zebras, and deer. It’s an incredibly accessible and fun outing for toddlers and pre-teens alike Smoky Mountain Deer Farm.
RainForest Adventures Discovery Zoo: Home to over 600 live animals ranging from tropical birds to lemurs RainForest Adventures Discovery Zoo.
Adventure Park at Five Oaks: Saddle up for a scenic guided horseback ride or take a thrilling canopy zipline tour through 70 acres of trees Adventure Park at Five Oaks.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Pack a gourmet picnic and drive just a few minutes down the road to access family-friendly hiking trails National Park Service Great Smoky Mountains.
Action-Packed Coasters
Moonshine Mountain Coaster: An exhilarating alpine coaster that zips through the trees. You can control your own speed, making it great for both thrill-seekers and those who prefer a gentler ride Moonshine Mountain Coaster.
Rocky Top Mountain Coaster: One of the longest alpine coasters in the region, offering special discounts for repeat rides Rocky Top Mountain Coaster.
SkyLand Ranch: A unique combination of a scenic chairlift, a mountain coaster, and miniature animals on a 100-acre ranch SkyLand Ranch.
Indoor Splashes & Exploration
Wild Water Dome at Wilderness at the Smokies: Beat the weather and splash around in Tennessee’s largest indoor waterpark, featuring a lazy river, wave pool, and thrilling drop slides Wilderness at the Smokies.
Soaky Mountain Waterpark: Featuring massive water coasters and a massive wave pool, this is a surefire hit for your older kids and teens Soaky Mountain Waterpark.
Forbidden Caverns: Escape the summer heat and explore Tennessee’s underground beauty on this guided, fully paved cave tour Forbidden Caverns.
Family Shows & Entertainment
The Comedy Barn Theater: A fantastic, clean comedy variety show that caters beautifully to audiences of all ages The Comedy Barn.
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud: Enjoy a hearty Southern feast while watching competitive cloggers, stunts, and comedy Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud.
Dolly Parton's Stampede: A spectacular dinner show with horses, special effects, and great food Dolly Parton's Stampede.
Unique Local Bites
The Apple Barn Cider Mill & General Store: After a day out, stop here for a legendary fried apple pie, homemade ice cream, and fresh apple cider The Apple Barn.
Cruze Farm: Head over to the Sevierville location for locally made soft serve ice cream and dairy treats Cruze Farm Dairy.
