The Great Smoky Mountains offers some of the most beautiful and exotic views of nature in the country. If you throw snow into that mix, the scenery becomes visually stimulating and utterly amazing. Within this staggering gorgeous environment, situated at the base of the Smokey Mountains is Ober Gatlinburg - Tennessee’s top ski resort and within a day’s drive of 50 percent of the population of the United States. This southern alpine ski area offers acres of fun for both skiers and snowboarders. While Ober has more than its share of challenges for expert skiers, it also offers beginner and intermediate skiers an inspirational experience on gentle rolling cruisers, groomed to perfection. Beginners to advanced skiers will find enough cruising space and challenges to keep them entertained for hours. Gatlinburg also has America's largest Aerial Tramway that departs regularly from downtown Gatlinburg going directly to the ski resort! Riding one of the two 120-passenger cars provides an eye-popping view of the Smoky Mountains, a memorable experience for the young and the old alike. In just a few minutes the Arial Tramway takes you from downtown Gatlinburg to Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & Amusement Park. The unique theme park at the Ski Resort offers the opportunity to shop in Tramway Mall, or ice skate in a rink that offers year-round skating in Ober’s huge indoor ice arena.
