Hibernation Station

07/11/2026

Diane Sawyer revealed the Appalachian Mountains as one of the '7 Na...

07/02/2026

If you're looking for a family vacation that doesn't involve rushing from one attraction to the next... this is it. ❤️⛰️ Here's why we keep coming back to the mountains of Western North Carolina.

Our cabin in Maggie Valley has become our family's favorite place to slow down, reconnect, and make memories. Every visit brings a few familiar traditions, a few new adventures, and somehow never enough time to do it all.

This trip started with mountain sunsets, s'mores around the fire pit, and thousands of fireflies putting on a show next door. ✨🔥

From there, we spent an afternoon tubing the Oconaluftee River, jumping off rocks, trying the rope swing, and floating downstream for nearly two hours. Caden also caught his biggest fish ever—a 3-pound trout at Cooper's Trout Farm—and we brought it back to the cabin for dinner. 🎣

A rainy day turned into a fun adventure with gem mining, board games, movie nights, and plenty of laughs. When the sun came back out, we squeezed in an incredible zipline tour at Navitat Canopy Adventures before finally checking something off our bucket list—playing Maggie Valley Country Club. Watching the kids play their very first round of golf made that day one we'll never forget. ⛳

We wrapped up the week with more hot tub and sauna time, a visit to beautiful Mingo Falls, and one final stop at Dough Boys for pizza, wings, and craft beer. 🍕🍻

The best part? Every one of these adventures is just minutes from our cabin.

Every trip reminds us why we fell in love with this little corner of the Smokies—and why we love sharing it with other families. We already can't wait to come back... and our list of places to explore keeps getting longer. ❤️

Come visit us at 🐻www.HibernationStationNC.com

06/20/2026

Memorable trip in so many ways but this was the trip we decided to use our new drone to update some exterior shots. Apparently the drone was affected by the altitude 🤪 and threw itself into the trees which made for a very frustrated hubbie but funny video. Yes these are THE views from our cabin with across the street the fantastic Maggie Valley Country Club and beyond the ❤️⛰️

06/14/2026

Another unforgettable trip to Western North Carolina ❤️⛰️

Every time we visit Maggie Valley, we return to a few favorites, discover something new, and leave wishing we had just a few more days.

This trip started with mountain sunsets, s’mores around the fire pit, and thousands of fireflies lighting up the field next door. ✨🔥

One of the biggest highlights was tubing the Oconaluftee River with Smoky Mountain Tubing. The kids jumped off rocks, tried the rope swing, and enjoyed a nearly two-hour float down the river.

Fishing at Cooper’s Trout Farm was another favorite. Caden caught his biggest fish yet—a 3-pound trout! 🎣 We took our catch home for dinner, making it one of those simple experiences we’ll all remember for years. If you have kids who love fishing, this place is a must.

A rainy day sent us to Franklin, where Caden found a local barber for a fresh haircut before we stopped at Maggie Valley Gem Mine on the way home. The excitement of finding colorful gems never gets old. 💎

When the weather cleared, we squeezed in the Express Zip Line Tour at Navitat Canopy Adventures. Not many places allow younger kids to zip line, so this was a huge win. Greg and Gabby were fantastic, and we’ll definitely be back for the Mountaintop Tour when the kids are a little older. 🌲⚡

Since the dogs stayed home this trip, we packed our golf clubs and finally played Maggie Valley Country Club. Our cabin sits directly across the road, so it’s been on our list for years. What made it extra special was bringing the kids along for their first round. They played from the junior tees and had an absolute blast before the rain eventually chased us off the course. ⛳🦌

The rest of the week was exactly what mountain vacations should be—hot tub and sauna time, board games, movie nights, cabin projects, and more s’mores.

Before heading home, we made one last stop at Mingo Falls and cooled our feet in the refreshing mountain water. And of course, no trip would be complete without pizza, wings, and craft beer at Dough Boys. 🍕🍻

The best part about the mountains? No matter how much you do, there’s always another reason to come back. Come visit us at 🐻www.HibernationStationNC.com

06/09/2026

So many wonderful events!

05/24/2026

Today we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. 🇺🇸

From the peaceful mountains of Maggie Valley, Charlie is standing watch beneath the American flag — a quiet reminder of the strength, sacrifice, and spirit that make moments like these possible. ❤️🤍💙

Wishing everyone a meaningful and safe Memorial Day with the people you love.

05/18/2026

Come see us! There’s no shortage of things to do in the Valley 🐻

05/12/2026

https://www.bobplott.net/

The mountains are calling… and this weekend they’re barking too 🐶⛰️
Hibernation Station still has availability for the weekend of May 16th — just in time for Maggie Valley’s celebration of North Carolina’s State Dog, the legendary Plott Hound!
Join author and outdoorsman Bob Plott for a weekend full of mountain heritage, Plott dog competitions, historical programs, local vendors, live music, and family-friendly fun at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.
After a day at the festival, come back to:
♨️ The hot tub under the stars
🔥 Cozy evenings by the fire
🧖‍♀️ Infrared sauna sessions
🎮 Game room fun for the whole family
🌄 Panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views
Whether you’re a Plott Hound lover, mountain music fan, or simply looking for the perfect spring mountain getaway, this is one of those uniquely Maggie Valley weekends you won’t want to miss.
📍 Only minutes from the Festival Grounds
🐾 Pet friendly
🏔️ Built to Relax & Play
Book your mountain weekend escape before it’s gone!

05/08/2026

The Boho Hippie Festival is in town this weekend! Make sure to stop by the festival grounds for some tunes, good food and plenty of fun for all the family. We are booked this weekend but still have the weekend of the 15th for PlottFest and 27th for Slingshots in the smokies ⛰️

The Boho Hippie Festival schedule for this weekend!

05/05/2026

✨ “This was our first time staying at a cabin in the mountains with our kids, and this home was absolutely perfect! It comes with everything you need for the entire family to feel right at home, and never want to leave. It was a beautiful mountain stay memory we will never forget!” ✨

Moments like this are exactly why we created Hibernation Station 🤍

Whether you’re planning a full family getaway or just need a quick escape to the mountains… we’ve got you covered.

🐻 Introducing Little Bear — our cozy 1-bedroom option
Perfect for couples, solo resets, or a last-minute weekend away…
✨ Same incredible views
♨️ Hot tub + sauna access
🎮 Game room fun
🌄 All the little touches that make it feel like home

Sometimes you don’t need the whole cabin… just the right space to unwind.

📲 To book visit our direct booking website for the best deals: www.HibernationStationNC.com
Don’t see the dates you’re looking for, then DM me to see if I can make them available.

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📍 Maggie Valley, NC
💫 Built to Relax & Play