Resort Guest Activities

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 Golf

Postcard Coloring

Kids can choose their design, color it in, then write their very own season's greetings. All that's needed is a bit of creativity to make a one-of-a-kind card for family and friends!

Board Game Lending Library

Turn off the devices and get back to the basics. Play an old fashioned board game with the kids. A variety of board games are available for guests at Minerals from our board game lending library. Please see the Adventure Center desk for details.

Pickleball

At Minerals Hotel Come play the fastest growing sport in America. Pickleball is a cross between tennis & ping-pong, and is ideal for any age and athletic ability. Matches can be played by singles or doubles. Three courts are available for use by Minerals Sports Club members and hotel guests.

Minerals Game Lounge and Arcade

Natural Grass Putting Course

This one-of-a-kind, 18-hole natural grass putting course in front of Grand Cascades Lodge features multi-tiered greens and rolling terrain accentuated by rippling streams and colorful landscaping. Come out and test your skills! See the Front Desk for putters and balls. Open to Grand Cascades Lodge guests only. Putting course is open year round when weather permits.

iWall Exergaming

IT'S TIME TO COMPETE

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. Reservations are required on select dates in the fall, winter and spring. Please see individual dates for more information.