Gatlinburg Area Info

Summer in the Smokies is always a great experience but it’s even better if you find a home away from home that you love. Toss in a pool, a tranquil river, great amenities and the perfect location and you’ll be set for having a successful vacation! Below are 3 reasons that you should stay with us on your next summertime trip to Gatlinburg!

If you’re visiting Gatlinburg this year, one place that you don’t want to miss out on experiencing is the Gatlinburg SkyLift Park. It’s a bucket-list attraction that includes the iconic Gatlinburg SkyLift, a walk across the longest pedestrian suspension bridge in North America and some of the most spectacular views in town! Here are 4 reasons that you don’t want to miss out on a trip to the top of Crockett Mountain!

From farmland to rollercoasters, good Ol’ Rocky Top and never ending hills, the list of interesting facts about Gatlinburg is never-ending. However, we’ve put together 4 fun facts that we think you’ll not enjoy reading about but that will also add to your time here in the Smoky Mountains.

Gatlinburg, TN is surrounded on three sides by the beautiful rolling hills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Taking in the iconic views are on the to do list for most guests when they come to town. However, why should you just have the view when you can take all the beauty in and have a great meal too? Here are 4 restaurants in Gatlinburg with a view that you have to try during your next trip to the Smokies!

Planning a trip to the Smokies? Then you need to find the perfect place to call your home away from home! Here’s everything that you need to know about our hotel in Gatlinburg and a glimpse into why we think you would enjoy staying with us during your vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains!

Are you planning a trip to downtown Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains this year? If so, we think that these 3 three surprising facts about our hotel are features that make us stand out in the mix of all of the other choices for lodging in the area.

Are you heading to the hills of the Smoky Mountains with moonshine and whiskey on your mind? We can help you get started! Here are 3 of the top spots in town for finding the iconic corn in a jar here in Tennessee!

Families that are planning on spending time in Gatlinburg and the Smokies will find plenty of great attractions to explore. However, there are some that stand out among all of the others. We have put together some information for you about 3 fantastic attractions to enjoy with the kids during your stay with us at Old Creek Lodge!

The Great Smoky Mountains is a top vacation destination for couples that are looking for a romantic retreat. We know that during the planning process you’ll find plenty of lodging options throughout the area but we wanted to share with you a few reasons that we believe our hotel is the best place to stay during your next couples getaway!

The identity of Gatlinburg is much more than simply being one of the top vacation destinations in the country. Tennessee’s most visited mountain town has a deep history that is filled with stories of adventure, family, times of war, feuds, periods of transition and plenty of dreams. When staying with us at Old Creek Lodge we hope that you’ll take time to fully immerse yourself in our charming town as well as the memories of yesteryear. That’s why wanted to share with you some fun facts and tales of long ago. Now, sit back, relax and read along as we introduce you to White Oak Flats.

Over 520,000 acres make up the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains National Park and for every countless sliver of beauty that can be found among the hills, there’s also an interesting fact or piece of history! We wanted to share 15 fun facts with you that may help you decide how to spend your time in the Smokies or that will just be fun to share with the family on your way into town!

If you’ve ever been to Gatlinburg or even done a search online for things to do in the area, then you know that the number of attractions are endless! It’s a good thing, but it can also make it very difficult to put an itinerary together when preparing for a trip to the Smoky Mountains. We wanted to make things a little easier for you and share a list of 4 area attractions that families visiting with us won’t want to miss!

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park contains close to 3,000 miles of streams and tributaries, including 19 major streams and rivers. With numbers like that there’s no surprise that the park is filled with stunning cascades, tranquil pools and a never ending list of waterfalls. Below we have listed 6 of the Smokies waterfalls that are accessible by trail. Not only are each of the waterfalls a sight that you don’t want to miss, but the hike to the destination is just as beautiful in every season as well! Happy hiking!

At Old Creek Lodge we know the importance of all guests being happy during their time with us and that includes the little ones, tweens and teens. Regardless of the age of your kids, they’ll love staying at our downtown Gatlinburg hotel! Here are just 4 of the amenities that they will enjoy while our home serves as your home away from home!

The Great Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg are filled with adventure attractions and plenty of experiences that are sure to get even the most extreme thrill seeker’s adrenaline pumping. Our mountain coasters are no exception! When vacationing in the area, you’ll find the only single-rail mountain coaster, mountain coasters that are perfect for the entire family, rides with scenic views and locations with not only a mountain coaster to enjoy but other fun attractions as well. Here’s the scoop on a few of the best that you’ll find in the area!