Top Ways To Stay Cool This Summer In Pigeon Forge

Warmer weather, longer days, family vacations - there are so many things to love about summer. The temperate in Pigeon Forge during the summer averages a high of 86 degrees, so it is not as scorching as some areas of the south but it’s still nice to have a way to keep cool on those warm days.

Make a splash at one of Pigeon Forge’s prestigious water parks

Soaky Mountain Water Park - Ready to have a splashing good time? Soaky Mountain Waterpark is a 50-acre waterpark located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. This incredible park includes a wide range of water adventures and rides to ensure excitement for everyone. 

Dollywood’s Splash Country - The perfect mountain oasis for families to cool down and chill out this summer. Located adjacent to Dollywood theme park, Dollywood’s Splash Country features a variety of water attractions for both the thrill-seekers and pool-loungers in your family.

Race down white-water rapids on a rafting tour

Big Creak Expeditions - Come enjoy the Smoky Mountains by rafting the Pigeon River! This half-day whitewater rafting expedition will be the talk of your vacation as you enjoy the beauty of the Smokies on a professionally guided whitewater rafting adventure.

Rafting In The Smokies - Skirted by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park the Pigeon River has carved its rocky riverbed through some of the most dramatic country in East Tennessee. The scenery surrounding the upper and lower sections of the Pigeon River is just as breathtaking as the rapids.

Plunge into the cool clean water at one of the natural swimming holes

Greenbrier Swimming Hole - Guaranteed to cool you off on a hot day. This deep part of Little Pigeon River is perfect for swimming. Conveniently located off HWY 321 this hidden gem is not well known so it is generally a peaceful and quiet area.

Townsend Wye - This swimming hole is the perfect spot to take your family on a summer afternoon. Complete with several large pools and rocks to jump from everyone will enjoy taking a dip here.

Hit the slopes at America’s first indoor snow park

Pigeon Forge Snow - Did you know you can enjoy the snow in Pigeon Forge every day of the year? Bring the whole family for one-of-a-kind snow tubing action! Hot or cold, rain or shine, Pigeon Forge Snow stays open year round – and the snow never melts away.

Go underground in the caverns where it’s always 60 degrees

Forbidden Caverns - Enjoy an entertaining and educational tour past sparkling formations, towering natural chimneys, numerous grottos and a crystal clear stream.

Tuckaleechee Caverns - Known as the “Greatest Site Under the Smokies”.  Carved inside the earth’s oldest mountain chain and estimated to be between twenty to thirty million years old, these Caverns are rich in history.

Take a relaxing float down the river

River Rat Tubing - Paddle, splash and play through a series of relaxing rapids and swimming holes, take the plunge off the rock jumps along your route, and enjoy gorgeous Smoky Mountain views on a peaceful float down the river.

Get to a higher elevation

Fun Fact - the temperate decreases an average of 3.5 degrees for every 1000 feet of elevation. There are so many amazing hikes in The Smoky Mountains and the higher you go the cooler it will be. Clingman’s dome is typically as much as 10 degrees cooler than in the valley and Mt LeConte has never reached a temperate of more than 80 degrees.

While there are so many fun activities in Pigeon Forge hopefully this list will help you beat the heat this summer.