Location: Gatlinburg, Tennessee

A trout-stocked mountain stream flows through Tree Tops, yet downtown Gatlinburg is just a mile away. A major national-park trail can be hiked from the upper-resort entrance; Dollywood and three major golf courses are minutes away. Smoky Mountain Spring and Winterfest turn Gatlinburg into a year-round playground, with nearby music theaters, crafts, and family fun. The resort offers indoor/outdoor pools, spas, indoor racquetball court, a fitness center, and weekly entertainment.