Summertime in East Tennessee is a great time to explore the outdoors, but the heat gets to be a bit much at times. If you’re looking for a way to cool off, check out these four ideas!
Check Out a Waterfall
East Tennessee is home to several beautiful waterfalls for your family to enjoy. Abrams Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Tom Branch Falls are just a few of the options in the Smokies. Some waterfalls might have a more challenging hike, but there are plenty that is family-friendly. Cooling off while spending quality time with people you love…that’s what it’s all about.
Take a Splash in a Waterpark
What better way to cool off than enjoying a waterpark with the family! There’s no doubt that Dollywood’s Splash Country is the premier waterpark in the area. From relaxing in the lazy river to endless amounts of water rides, it’s the perfect place to cool off and have some fun this summer! If you’re looking for a mini-vacation, The Wilderness at the Smokies is a wonderful hotel with an indoor waterpark attached! It doesn’t get much better than walking out of your hotel room and being able to enjoy a waterpark within minutes!
Float Down the Tennessee River
Take in a relaxing day while floating down the river on a raft or tube. There are countless places to rent a raft or a tube, and they’ll even drop you off at great spots on the river. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can go white water rafting for a thrilling experience. Spend a day cooling off on the river and top it off by grabbing a burger and ice cream at one of the delicious local spots in Townsend. That’s what summertime in East Tennessee is supposed to be like!
Skate Your Way Out of the Heat
If it’s just too hot to be outside, ice skating can be a good change of pace. The Ice Chalet in Knoxville is a great place to go ice skating with family and friends. No matter your level of experience with ice skating, you can have an awesome time and stay out of the heat!