Grand Cascades Lodge in Autumn,Fall.

Fall Triple Bonus Savings

This package is no longer available. 

For a limited time, elevate your autumn getaway with 3 Extraordinary Bonuses: a generous hotel discount, resort credit plus hotel room upgrade.  It's the perfect way to enjoy an amazing fall escape for less.

  • 20% Savings on accommodations at the AAA 4-diamond Grand Cascades Lodge or the comfortably-appointed Minerals Hotel
  • $100 Resort Credit {Sunday - Thursday stays} to use for an extraordinary dinner, spa treatment, special souvenir and more
  • Complimentary Room Upgrade {Sunday – Thursday stays, based on availability} providing extra space for your relaxation
  • $40 breakfast credit per night, per reservation
  • All activities {excluding workshops & goat yoga} such as archery, axe throwing, laser clay shooting, rock climbing PLUS MORE are included with your stay
     

  • Travel through dates: October 16 - November 30, 2025.
  • 20% off standard rate only. Discount is not applicable to any other existing offer.
  • The breakfast credit may be used at the breakfast buffet or towards an a la carte breakfast at either the Crystal Tavern or Kites if the breakfast buffet is not available. Guests may only use this breakfast credit at whichever hotel they are staying at. This credit may not be used towards any tax or gratuity charges.
  • All outdoor activities are weather permitting and subject to availability.
  • No late checkouts are allowed.
  • Valid for new reservations only.
  • Cannot be combined with other packages or offers.
  • Grand Cascades Lodge Upgrades: Standard Guestroom to Studio, Studio to 1 Bedroom Suite, 1 Bedroom Suite to 1 Bedroom with Fireplace Deck {1 Bedroom Suites to not upgrade to 2 Bedroom Suites, 2 Bedroom Suites do not upgrade to the Grand Villa}
  • Minerals Room Upgrades: Deluxe to Luxury {Luxury does not upgrade to Presidential}
     

All-Included Activities

Your stay at either Resort hotel includes all offered activities other than goat yoga and workshops.  The activity schedule varies by day.  Please check the calendar for details.

Archery

Join us at the archery range to learn how to shoot a bow and arrow or to show off your skills and perhaps partake in some friendly competition at hitting the bullseye. Instruction and equipment are included. Ages 10 and over. Parental supervision is required. Included with your stay at either Resort hotel.
Male practicing archery.

Autumn Fun on the Lawn

Bring the whole crew and join us for an afternoon packed wit excitement! Enjoy lawn games, crafts and face painting, snack on sweet cotton candy, and test your skills with hoverball archery and axe throwing. Whether you're here to play, create or compete, there's something fun for everyone.
Boy and girl play tic tac toe with pumpkins.

Axe Throwing

Come try this modern sport, which involves throwing an axe at a wooden target, and attempting to hit as close to the bullseye as possible. Get your competitor hat on in this safe and fun environment. Session includes a trained guide who will show guests the responsible way to participate.
Two girls wearing white winter jackets and holding axes in their hands to throw.

Laser Clay Shooting

Suitable for first time and seasoned clay target shooters. Using a modified shotgun, participants fire an infrared beam at reflective clays. Real, deactivated guns are used with realistic sound effects that instruct the shooter when they have hit the target. This activity is hosted at Minerals Hotel.
Woman pointing laser gun towards the sky.

Hike the Wild Turkey Nature Trail

Guests of both of the Resort's hotels can enjoy nearby hiking trails including the legendary Appalachian Trail or the Resort's picturesque on-property Wild Turkey Nature Trail adjacent to Grand Cascades Lodge. The Wild Turkey trail is approximately three miles long with some challenging uphill sections. Appropriate footwear is recommended. Visit the Concierge at Grand Cascades Lodge or the Adventure Center Desk at Minerals Hotel for recommended local trails based on season and weather.
Family Hike in Fall.

Archery

Join us at the archery range to learn how to shoot a bow and arrow or to show off your skills and perhaps partake in some friendly competition at hitting the bullseye. Instruction and equipment are included. Ages 10 and over. Parental supervision is required. Included with your stay at either Resort hotel.

Autumn Fun on the Lawn

Bring the whole crew and join us for an afternoon packed wit excitement! Enjoy lawn games, crafts and face painting, snack on sweet cotton candy, and test your skills with hoverball archery and axe throwing. Whether you're here to play, create or compete, there's something fun for everyone.

Axe Throwing

Come try this modern sport, which involves throwing an axe at a wooden target, and attempting to hit as close to the bullseye as possible. Get your competitor hat on in this safe and fun environment. Session includes a trained guide who will show guests the responsible way to participate.

Laser Clay Shooting

Suitable for first time and seasoned clay target shooters. Using a modified shotgun, participants fire an infrared beam at reflective clays. Real, deactivated guns are used with realistic sound effects that instruct the shooter when they have hit the target. This activity is hosted at Minerals Hotel.

Hike the Wild Turkey Nature Trail

Guests of both of the Resort's hotels can enjoy nearby hiking trails including the legendary Appalachian Trail or the Resort's picturesque on-property Wild Turkey Nature Trail adjacent to Grand Cascades Lodge. The Wild Turkey trail is approximately three miles long with some challenging uphill sections. Appropriate footwear is recommended. Visit the Concierge at Grand Cascades Lodge or the Adventure Center Desk at Minerals Hotel for recommended local trails based on season and weather.

Pools & Amenities

Access spectacular pools and amenities included with your stay.

Biosphere Pools

Grand Cascades Lodge guests have full access to the Biosphere Pool Complex, which features a retractable glass roof, dozens or exotic tropical plants, 140' water slide, free form indoor & outdoor heated pools, hot tub, steam & sauna.

Biosphere pool complex

Minerals Pools

Guests of both hotels have access to the Minerals Hotel pool complex which features heated indoor and outdoor pools, refreshing waterfalls, multiple hot tubs, cold plunge, steam & sauna, swim up aquarium and more.

Minerals Hotel Indoor Pool

Pickleball Courts

Come play the fastest growing sport in America - now available at Minerals Hotel and open to guests of both hotels. Pickleball is a cross between tennis and ping-pong, and is ideal for any age and athletic ability. Padle rentals are available but are not included.

Two men playing pickleball.

Wild Turkey Nature Trail

Guests of both hotels are invited to take a calming walk on our three mile wooded Nature Trail adjacent to Grand Cascades Lodge. Capture exceptional shots of flora and fauna in this forested setting with scenic views. Sturdy walking shoes recommended.

Children hiking in fall forest.

Natural Grass Putting Course

Guests of Grand Cascades Lodge are invited enjoy a one-of-a-kind, 18-hole natural grass putting course, featuring multi-tiered greens and rolling terrain with rippling streams and colorful landscaping. Great for sharpening your putting game or just having fun with the kids.

Firepits

Both hotels offer cozy fire pits with stunning mountain views which can be enjoyed in all four seasons. Whether roasting marshmallows, listening to music or enjoying the stars, these outdoor seating enclaves are a guest favorite.

Kids roasting marshmallows

Rock Climbing Wall

Guests of both hotels are invited to try their mountaineering skills on the rock climbing wall at Minerals Hotel, which uses a catch-and-hold technology to give climbers the time they need to rest, recover, and finish their route.

Children rock climbing.

Minerals Sports Club

Guests of both hotels have full access to dozens of weekly yoga and fitness classes as well as all facilities at Minerals Sports Club an expansive weight and cardio center, spin studio, running track, pickleball courts, rock climbing and basketball court. 

Minerals Sports Club gym floor from above.

Hot Tubs, Steam & Sauna

The pool complexes at both hotels feature hot tub, steam & sauna for you to relax and unwind year round. Minerals pool complex also features a cold plunge for those interested in cold water immersion therapy.

Couple sitting in hot tub next to waterfall at Minerals Hotel Pool Complex

Biosphere Waterslide

Take a ride down the 140’ water slide in the tropical Biosphere at Grand Cascades Lodge. The slide provides a high energy ride through a tunnel ending with a speedy splash down into our heated pool. Available to GCL guest only.

Young girl going down the Biosphere water slide

Croquet Lawn

Enjoy a game of leisurely fun and friendly competition on the croquet lawn at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse. Croquet is a sport that involves hitting balls with a mallet through hoops embedded in a grass playing court. Open to guests of both hotels.

Family playing a game of croquet.

Biosphere Pools

Grand Cascades Lodge guests have full access to the Biosphere Pool Complex, which features a retractable glass roof, dozens or exotic tropical plants, 140' water slide, free form indoor & outdoor heated pools, hot tub, steam & sauna.

Minerals Pools

Guests of both hotels have access to the Minerals Hotel pool complex which features heated indoor and outdoor pools, refreshing waterfalls, multiple hot tubs, cold plunge, steam & sauna, swim up aquarium and more.

Pickleball Courts

Come play the fastest growing sport in America - now available at Minerals Hotel and open to guests of both hotels. Pickleball is a cross between tennis and ping-pong, and is ideal for any age and athletic ability. Padle rentals are available but are not included.

Wild Turkey Nature Trail

Guests of both hotels are invited to take a calming walk on our three mile wooded Nature Trail adjacent to Grand Cascades Lodge. Capture exceptional shots of flora and fauna in this forested setting with scenic views. Sturdy walking shoes recommended.

Natural Grass Putting Course

Guests of Grand Cascades Lodge are invited enjoy a one-of-a-kind, 18-hole natural grass putting course, featuring multi-tiered greens and rolling terrain with rippling streams and colorful landscaping. Great for sharpening your putting game or just having fun with the kids.

Firepits

Both hotels offer cozy fire pits with stunning mountain views which can be enjoyed in all four seasons. Whether roasting marshmallows, listening to music or enjoying the stars, these outdoor seating enclaves are a guest favorite.

Rock Climbing Wall

Guests of both hotels are invited to try their mountaineering skills on the rock climbing wall at Minerals Hotel, which uses a catch-and-hold technology to give climbers the time they need to rest, recover, and finish their route.

Minerals Sports Club

Guests of both hotels have full access to dozens of weekly yoga and fitness classes as well as all facilities at Minerals Sports Club an expansive weight and cardio center, spin studio, running track, pickleball courts, rock climbing and basketball court. 

Hot Tubs, Steam & Sauna

The pool complexes at both hotels feature hot tub, steam & sauna for you to relax and unwind year round. Minerals pool complex also features a cold plunge for those interested in cold water immersion therapy.

Biosphere Waterslide

Take a ride down the 140’ water slide in the tropical Biosphere at Grand Cascades Lodge. The slide provides a high energy ride through a tunnel ending with a speedy splash down into our heated pool. Available to GCL guest only.

Croquet Lawn

Enjoy a game of leisurely fun and friendly competition on the croquet lawn at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse. Croquet is a sport that involves hitting balls with a mallet through hoops embedded in a grass playing court. Open to guests of both hotels.

Minerals Sports Club

Minerals Sports Club amenities and classes are included for all day pass holders and guests of both of the Resort's hotels.

Dozens of Weekly Fitness Classes

Join our expert instructors in a variety of classes such as Spin, Cardio Dance, Aqua Fit, Body Pump, Bungee Flow + many more. 

Woman participating in bungee glow class.

Expansive Cardio & Weight Center

Minerals Sports Club features an expansive and newly renovated cardio and weight-training center with a wide variety of state-of-the art fitness equipment.

Minerals Sports Club floor.

Yoga & Wellness Sessions

During your mountain getaway, you can relax with a variety of yoga and wellness sessions including Transformational Breathwork, Aerial Yoga, Yoga + Sound Meditation + many more. 

Group of people doing yoga.

Rock Climbing Wall

Novices and experts can try their mountaineering skills on our rock climbing wall, which uses a catch-and-hold technology for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Adults high fiving on rock climbing wall.

Dedicated Spin Studio

Take a cycling session with a virtual tour of inspiring landscapes from around the world to increase cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength

Spin class.

Indoor Running Track

If you're looking to get in some mileage regardless of the weather, our indoor running track with a bird's-eye view of the sports club is the place for you!

Man running on indoor running track at Minerals Sports Club.

Pickleball Courts

Come play the fastest growing sport in America - now available at Minerals Hotel and open to guests of both hotels. Paddle rentals are available but are not included.

Four men playing pickleball.

Basketball Court

Participate in an organized 3 point challenge or just shoot some hoops during an open court session on the basketball court at Minerals Sports Club.

Two people playing basketball at indoor court.

Dozens of Weekly Fitness Classes

Join our expert instructors in a variety of classes such as Spin, Cardio Dance, Aqua Fit, Body Pump, Bungee Flow + many more. 

Expansive Cardio & Weight Center

Minerals Sports Club features an expansive and newly renovated cardio and weight-training center with a wide variety of state-of-the art fitness equipment.

Yoga & Wellness Sessions

During your mountain getaway, you can relax with a variety of yoga and wellness sessions including Transformational Breathwork, Aerial Yoga, Yoga + Sound Meditation + many more. 

Rock Climbing Wall

Novices and experts can try their mountaineering skills on our rock climbing wall, which uses a catch-and-hold technology for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Dedicated Spin Studio

Take a cycling session with a virtual tour of inspiring landscapes from around the world to increase cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength

Indoor Running Track

If you're looking to get in some mileage regardless of the weather, our indoor running track with a bird's-eye view of the sports club is the place for you!

Pickleball Courts

Come play the fastest growing sport in America - now available at Minerals Hotel and open to guests of both hotels. Paddle rentals are available but are not included.

Basketball Court

Participate in an organized 3 point challenge or just shoot some hoops during an open court session on the basketball court at Minerals Sports Club.