Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort

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Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort

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Located near Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Ober Gatlinburg is the only ski resort in the state. It is more than just a ski resort, however. It is a complete family vacation spot with an amusement park, indoor ice skating, a bungee tower, an alpine slide, and many other activities and attractions – there is something to please everyone.

Ober Gatlinburg ski resort also boats the only ice skating in Gatlinburg. Don?t worry if you forget your skates, you can rent them there, along with any ski equipment you may need. The Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort is a centerpiece in Gatlinburg, offering visitors a buffet of winter sports to enjoy! Experience skiing and snowboarding on eight different trails, varying from easy to difficult. The summit of the Ober Gatlinburg ski resort is 3300 feet. The base elevation is 2700 feet and the longest run is 5000 feet.

Rentals are available for both ski equipment and snowboarding equipment. Private and group lessons for skiing and snowboarding are also available through the Smokey Mountain Snow Sport School. You can also easily find food at the many snack bars, food carts, the café, the restaurant, or in the lounge.

When staying at the Ober Gatlinber Ski Resort you are minutes from numerous attractions, including walking distance from the tramway for the Ski Resort and walking distance from Ripleys Aquarium.

What new slopes will you conquer? What skills will you learn or perfect? Hot chocolate by a fireplace after a day of flying down the slopes? While any of these ideas might be true, it’s only the beginning. Ober Gatlinburg has winter ski slopes, an indoor ice skating rink, a Black Bear Habitat, a scenic chairlift and numerous rides.

The ski offers several slopes from beginner to advanced, and generates snowfall regularly in the absence of natural precipitation. You will also get a bird?s eye view of some of the slopes, and you can have your picture taken on top of the mountain. If you don?t ski, don?t worry! This is a great site for everybody with plenty of green and blue slopes. With 38 acres of skiing area, it’s small-size enough to get to know all your fellow snow folks.

Find more info on snow skiing visit Beginner Ski Instruction as well as Carving Ski Technique