What can give you awesome thrills that the whole family will love? Alpine coasters in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg can! The area has a great selection of Smoky Mountain alpine coasters that you should definitely look into on your vacation. There are mountain coasters in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg that each offer an exciting experience. Check out 5 of the best below:
1. Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster
Rated one of the best alpine coasters in the Smokies by riders, the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster is the first coaster on our list to look at. This coaster has a length of 5,400 feet, which is a lot of track! The average cost per rider is about $15, but you can find coupons to cut down on the cost either online or in most area restaurants.
This alpine coaster is in Wears Valley, a part of Pigeon Forge known for its beautiful landscape and mountain twists. So when you visit this alpine coaster, you know you are in for a treat. It is the oldest out of the mountain coasters, but that just means they’ve had more time to fine tune the ride for visitors!
2. Ober Mountain’s Ski Mountain Coaster
Ober Mountain’s Ski Mountain Coaster is next up on our list. Built in 2015, this alpine coaster in Gatlinburg is the perfect family ride because once you get to the top of the mountain you get to decide how fast you want to go. The first 1,000 feet of this ride is being taken to the top, so you will get to enjoy a beautiful view before the fun really begins.
Ride down the mountain at a leisurely pace or reach speeds up to 25 miles per hour. You’ll ride through twists, zig zags, corkscrews and all manner of fun dips and drops one would expect from a roller coaster. The average cost per rider is $15, and after you have reached the end of the ride there is much more to do at Ober Mountain!
3. The Coaster at Goats on the Roof
Want to try a roller coaster and feed goats all in one place? Definitely an odd question, but you can do just that at this alpine coaster in Pigeon Forge. When you visit The Coaster at Goats on the Roof , you can do more than just thrill seek. Grab some ice cream or fudge after your ride and try your hand at gem mining if you want to. You can also feed goats here too!
It’ll cost $15 to ride this alpine coaster in Pigeon Forge, and the scenery and being able to control your own speed will definitely be worth it. This track was also built in 2015. There’s about 4,375 feet of track for you to enjoy, so buckle up and prepare to fly through the trees of Pigeon Forge. And remember, these Smoky Mountain alpine coasters can be enjoyed nearly year round!
4. The Moonshine Mountain Coaster
This is one of the few alpine coasters in the Smoky Mountains that is open later in the evening, so visit it at least twice to get the whole experience! The Moonshine Mountain Coaster is a fun activity to do any time of the day, any time of year! No matter the weather, they’ll be open for visitors. This award-winning mountain coaster in Gatlinburg is been named the most thrilling mountain coaster in Gatlinburg, as well as the top mountain coaster in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, so you know you’ll want to try it!
The height requirement for this coaster is 38 inches, and children must be no younger than 3 years old to ride. You won’t have to hike up the mountain to get to your start point at this coaster either because you will be taken to the top once you get settled in. Ride by yourself or with someone else, it’s up to you.
5. Rocky Top Mountain Coaster in Pigeon Forge
The Rocky Top Mountain Coaster in Pigeon Forge is one of the newest Smoky Mountain alpine coasters! This is more than just your typical coaster, offering a fun experience for the whole family. The ride includes four uplifts and four drops, for four times the fun! For a unique experience, visit the Rocky Top Mountain Coaster at night. The attraction’s lights will guide you through a thrilling journey along the tracks, including plenty of tunnels, curves and hairpin turns. The ride lasts for more than 9 minutes and offers gorgeous views of the Smoky Mountain scenery. You won’t want to miss this mountain coaster in Pigeon Forge!
The Best Place to Stay Near the Smoky Mountain Alpine Coasters
Our selection of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge cabins makes one part of your trip easier. The only thing you will need to worry about is which Smoky Mountain alpine coaster you are going to visit. Stay out in town all day and then return to your comfortable cabin and enjoy amazing amenities like a theater room or even an indoor pool.
Plus, when you stay with us, you’ll get free attraction tickets every day of your stay to use in the area — including one to Rocky Top Mountain Coaster. So make sure to have as much fun as possible on your vacation with these thrilling alpine coasters and your free attractions tickets. Take a look at our cabins in the Smokies and start planning your alpine coaster vacation today!
