Ober Gatlinburg

Pros: beautiful, good instructors and reasonable rates for ski package
Cons: other attractions are expensive, roads are dangerous to navigate

Oberg Gatlinburg Ski Resort this was only the second ski resort I had ever been to so it is hard to give much of a comparison between it and others. The resort is perched on top of a mountain side in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. The drive up to ...

Pros: 4 hours from Atlanta Ga. Can ski without a coat on sunny days.
Cons: none that I can think of.

We began taking our children to Ober Gatlinburg when they were 9 years old. It was 4 hours from home and we wanted them to learn to ski before we took them somewhere further North. If they didn't like it then we wouldn't waste money on a plane ticket. ...

Pros: Beautiful vista with "big city" entertainment and amusement at your feet.
Cons: NONE

My mom and dad have visited Gatlinburg many many times and always suggested that we visit it too. Well we were in TN this summer and almost didn't visit Gatlinburg, because it thought it was just a hokey shopping area. WRONG..Was I ever glad we visited ...

Pros: Wonderful family trip for all ages, activities galore.
Cons: Alot of the activities are expensive.

When your a family on a budget it's hard to find vacation spots that you can all enjoy but can manage to afford. Gatlinburg is one of the places that you can enjoy while not breaking the bank.

Gatlinburg streets are lined with shops selling...

Pros: Lot to do!
Cons: No skiing during summer..

Where is it?
Ober Gatlinburg is in Gatlinburg, Tennessee! You'll find it right along the main strip!

Price
I felt the cost here was very reasonable. The price will depend on how many are in your group and how long you plan to stay....

Pros: Ober Gatlinburg Is Located Right In The Middle Of Gatltinburg.
Cons: It Is A Bit High, But Other Than That It's Fine:)

Ober Gatlinburg Is One Of The Best Ways To See Gatlinburg Tenn. At It's Greatest Hights, This Chair Lift Goes Right Over Busy Downtown Gatlinburg And Right Up In Gatlinburg Mountain. At Night It Is Lit With Lights Leading The Way, The Perfect Adventure...

Pros: Lots to do and see and eat!
Cons: cheesy and way to close to Dollywood

We decided to go to somewhere "close" to ski so Gatlinburg seemed the closest as we were driving from Georgia. Too bad that when we decided to drive, it was winter and all of the roads through the mountain were blocked. We spent 9 hours getting to...

Pros: Diverse
Cons: I'll let you know if I find one

With fall just around the corner Ober Gatlinburg is on my mind.
While Gatlinburg is known for its skiing in the winter they are
also known for their shopping, crafts, scenery, and hospitality.
Gatlinburg is a town that celebrates Autumn....

Pros: Great Views and Good Powder
Cons: None

The Ober Gatlinburg ski resort is located in the beautiful Smokey Mountains and offers a year round ski opportunity. It is a breath taking ride to the top on their lifts and once you're on top there are several things to do as well as ski. There are...

Pros: beautiful scenery and family fun
Cons: stay away from tourist trappings

We have traveled to Gatlinburg twice in the past 4 years. Our first trip we stayed in a hotel in Pigeon Forge. Big mistake! This is not the place to be with children. Basically no matter which hotel you are staying in, the kids can see all the tourist...

Pros: fun
Cons: none

Well first let me start by saying i am from tennessee....so everything i say is absolutely positive about the state....I have been to ober gatlinburg so many times.And when i met my husband and got married...this is where we went for out honeymoon.There...

Pros: Views, boutique shopping, national forest
Cons: commercialism in downtown area

My husband and I went to Gatlinburg in October of 1999 and stayed in one of the cabins run by the Hemlock Falls company (they rent out cabins and chalets).

I found the cabin I wanted on the Hemlock Falls website and just loved it. I booked...

Pros: Everything you would want!
Cons: Not everyone sees the beauty

Did you see that ski lift!! Me and my husband were married in Gatlinburg
three years ago, and we go back every year for our anniversary.

This year we stayed in a Chalet called "Dream Catcher" rented by The Chalet Company in...

Pros: Defiantly for all types of people!
Cons: Traffic is bad, even in the off season!

Whether it's just you trying to get away, a romantic getaway for two, renewing your vows, getting married, family reunions, family vacation, you name it, this is the place to go.

I went to Gatlinburg the first time for my wedding. The wedding...

Pros: Home to Smokey Mountain National Park, the most beautiful mountains I have ever experienced
Cons: Traffic, traffic, and traffic...did I mention the traffic?

If you have never been to Ober Gatlinburg, let me warn you if you travel by day: when you're 25 miles away from your rented chalet and "almost there", don't start getting excited. You'll see the exit sign WOW! ONLY 20 MORE...