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Attractions / Activities

Swimming & Fitness

Many of our cabins and chalets have seasonal access to swimming pools. For a list of properties that have access to pools click here: JMH Properties with Pool Access

Gatlinburg Community Center features an indoor jr. Olympic pool, Racquet Ball, Basketball, Bowling, Aerobics, and other activities that visitors and residents alike can enjoy year-round for a small fee. Located just 4/10 mile from JMH office behind the Gatlinburg/Pittman High School. You can call the Community Center at (865) 436-4990 to find out their daily schedule, directions, and rates.

Numerous swimming sites can be found throughout the National Park; we've listed several below. A leisurely dip in a cool mountain stream or "tubing" down a river on a muggy summer day is an experience like no other. But always use caution and common sense, the rocks can be slippery and NEVER swim alone.

Area Location Features
Big Creek State 32 from Cosby Quiet, peaceful area with a refreshing creek
Deep Creek Hwy. 19 from Cherokee Great for tubing, bring your own or rent one
Greenbrier Hwy. 321 from Gatlinburg Just pick any spot on the gorgeous middle prong of the Little Pigeon River. (Tubing)
Metcalf Bottoms Little River Road Wade in and skip rocks across this calm, wide area of the river. (Tubing)
The Sinks Little River Road The Smokies' deepest swimmin' hole
Townsend 'Wye' Little River Road and Laurel Creek Road Intersection. Placid stretch of river with grassy banks for sunbathing. (Tubing)

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