The Adventure Series takes families into the great outdoors for challenging and enriching activities on property and in the nearby Great Smoky Mountains region. Programs are based on Mountain Discovery and Adventure Quests and are designed for parents to enjoy with their children. Our Adventure Series has it all and can help you create the most exciting memories possible.
Available year-round.
Get connected to the life of an aquatic ecosystem in a mountain freestone stream. Kids will love splashing in Hesse Creek, discovering crawdads, salamanders and other treasures buried beneath the waters.
1.5 hours
Ages two and up, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
From salamanders and turtles to deer and black bears, the land surrounding Blackberry Farm is full of wildlife and all its secrets. Join us on a trek through one of the most biologically diverse areas in the world’s temperate zone.
1.5 hours
Ages two and up, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Stroll the property self-guided or with the help of one of our expert guides, and with a Polaroid camera in hand you’ll discover hidden treasures throughout Blackberry’s beautiful grounds.
We offer three unique experiences for you to choose your own journey. Take your pick between discovering the wonders of nature on our immersive outdoor scavenger hunt, learning the history of Blackberry Farm's property through the lens of a camera or wandering through the Garden and Farmstead as you reveal the bounty of the Farm.
1-1.5 hours
This can be booked as a guided or self-guided activity.
All ages, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Tree Treasures provides a fun, family-friendly activity that will give everyone a closer look at the trees that make up our forest. You will get to explore the canopy of Southern Appalachia from below as you trek through the forest on Blackberry Farm's own Walker Mountain trail. This course is designed to enrich the minds of our guests by prompting them to interact with the forest and learn about the habitat of our native trees. With a GPS in hand, follow the coordinates and find hidden doors at the base of eight trees along the trail. Each door is marked with a letter, which will be unscrambled to solve a riddle at the end.
1.5 hours
Activity is booked with a guide. Moderate difficulty as it includes a one-mile hike.
All ages, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Discover the thrill of this sport of primitive ballistics. Choose from recurve or compound bows, learn proper and safe techniques and connect with core skills of focus and intuition.
90 minutes
Available year-round
Ages five and up, minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Rather than a lake, this trip takes place on a short stretch of the historic Little River, which is perfect for families with small children. Your family will paddle together in your choice of canoes, kayaks or SUPs making a round trip on a beautiful section above Peery’s Mill. This trip provides an opportunity for families with small children to experience paddling in East Tennessee without the longer drive and trip time. This trip is a morning-only activity, due to crowds and accessibility.
Available at 9:00AM
Available May-October, weather permitting
Canoeing: Ages 2 and up. Kayaking: Ages 10 and up. Stand-Up Paddle Boarding: Ages 12 and up. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Connect with the Farmstead to meet the sheep, chickens and other barnyard personalities. Gather eggs in season and discover other wonders of life inside the Dairy Barn. Learn how these animals support Blackberry Farm’s production of artisanal cheeses, as well as daily menu offerings in our kitchens.
Allow one hour
Available Year-round
All ages. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Blackberry Farm is a year-round, family-friendly property and children of all ages are welcome! Charges for an additional person or children sharing the same room as their parents/adults are complimentary for children three years and below, while children four years and above will incur an additional nightly charge per person. The traditional room rate includes breakfast and dinner in our restaurants or at Camp Blackberry during our normal dining hours. This also includes in-room pantry snacks and beverages.
