4 ADVENTUROUS WAYS TO VIEW THE LEAVES IN SEVIERVILLE, TN THIS FALL

As the Leaves Begin to Turn, Find Adventurous Ways to Enjoy the Colorful Foliage

Sevierville (TN) – Autumn leaves are just beginning to change during what area residents believe will be one of the most brilliantly colored fall seasons in recent years. But those visiting the area don’t have to settle for a typical drive to view th e leaves, they can enjoy a leaf viewing adventure - and Sevierville, Tennessee (located in the foothills of Great Smoky Mountains National Park) is just the place to do that.

1)      Explore the foothills like a pioneer with Smoky Mountain Paddle & Saddle. This unique adventure takes guests on an hour-long horseback ride through the Smoky Mountain foothills where beautiful fall color can be seen...and so can a historic cemetery. Then riders load in to roomy rafts for a 4.2 mile scenic float trip along the French Broad River. Pricing: $65 per person; Operating on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays; Last operating day this season: Oct. 30, 2008; Must be 3yrs to float / 6 yrs to ride horseback; max. weight 225lbs www.smokymountainpaddleandsaddle.com 1-800-PRO-RAFT

2)      Rumble over the ridges with Bluff Mountain Adventures, an ATV (all terrain vehicle) adventure experience encompassing more than 6000 acres of forest lined trails on Bluff Mountain. Ride to the top and see spectacular views stretching nearly 100 miles on a clear day. Package prices range from: $34.95 - $94.95; Must be 12 yrs old  to participate www.bluffmtnadventures.com 1-866-428-6692

3)      Zip through the hills at 40 mph with Wahoo Ziplines. From the first step off the 100 foot tower, you’ll feel like adventure is in the air – and so are you! Learn about the ecology of the area and get a unique perspective on the fall foliage while zipping along these 6 zipline tracks (5 single and 1 dual zipline) with your knowledgeable guide. Pricing: $98 per person;20Must be at least 8 yrs old and weigh between 70lbs and 275lbs.to participate; www.wahooziplines.com 1-877-924-6621

4)      Soar like an eagle and see the Smoky Mountain foliage from above with Scenic Helicopter Tours. Fly over the mountains, the lake and the foothills to see spectacular views of fall foliage from above. Pricing ranges from $10 - $255.14 www.flyscenic.com  1-877-428-6929

Peak leaf-viewing times in Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains are typically between mid-October and mid-November and visitors can call ahead to 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) for a report on the current leaf viewing conditions Monday – Sa turday 8:30am – 5:30pm and Sunday 9am-6pm.

After a day of adventurous autumn leaf-looking, put up your feet and relax at one of Sevierville’s cozy cabins, convenient hotels, luxurious condos or amenity-packed campgrounds.

Sevierville is within a day’s drive of over half the nation’s population and is conveniently reached by taking I-40 Exit 407. For more information about visiting Sevierville this fall, call 1-888-SEVIERVILLE (738-4378) or www.VisitSevierville.com