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Tennessee only ski resort is Ober Gatlinburg, but this southern
state is not known as a typical ski destination.
However, there are so many other things to see and do in Tennessee
that it is divided into three separate areas: the west,
middle and east Tennessee. This is the state where you
will find Elvis Presley’s Graceland and Dolly Parton’s
Dollywood park. Along with the gentle southern hospitality
and friendliness of the people, the state has more than 50 scenic
state parks, the Mississippi and Tennessee Rivers, riverboats,
and plenty of lakes and beautiful places to enjoy the outdoors.
The state’s capital, Nashville, is well known as home
to many musical genres such as blues, rock, country, jazz, bluegrass
and soul music. The RCA studio is where Elvis recorded
many of his songs. The state also churned out many other
musical greats such as B.B. King, Isaac Hayes and Hank Williams.
Among the many other attractions, you can visit The Stax Museum
of American Soul music, the Grand Ole Opry , Country Music Hall
of Fame and the Sun recording studio.
Useful web site: www.tennesseetourist.com
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Ober Gatlinburg
Ober Gatlinburg is located in the Smoky Mountains near Gatlinburg,
Tennessee, approx. 40 miles from Knoxville which has the closest
airport. The ski area can also be accessed via an
aerial tramway from Gatlinburg town which takes about 10 minutes. The
ski area has 100% snowmaking and night skiing. Lessons
and rentals are available at the area. There is also a
ski shop and several eating establishments as well as an indoor
skating rink.
Web site: www.obergatlinburg.com
Ober Gatlinburg Mountain information
Summit elevation: 3,300 feet
Base elevation: 2,700 feet
Vertical drop: 600 feet
Longest run: 5000 feet
Trails: 8 (7 tree-lined, 1 open run)
Lifts: 3 (2 quads, 1 double, 1 surface)
Skier levels: 2 beginner runs, 4 intermediate and 2 advanced
runs
Ann. Snowfall: 35 inches average |
