Does the thought of heights make your knees quake? These Gatlinburg attractions will take you ever higher in the Smoky Mountains to conquer your fears!
The Highest Place in the Smokies
Want to reach new heights while keeping your feet firmly on the ground? Head for Kuwohi, the highest point in Great Smoky Mountains National Park at 6,643 feet. Don’t worry! This peak is as easy to reach as it is impressive. Park in the Kuwohi lot and walk just half a mile, on a fully paved trail, to the observation tower. The walk can be steep, but the reward is huge: Natural beauty as far as the eye can see.
The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel
This Ferris wheel, just down the road at The Island in Pigeon Forge, slowly raises you 200 feet above the ground. You’ll ride inside an enclosed, climate-controlled, glass gondola, with unobstructed views of The Island’s glittering attractions and the Smokies all around you. This ride might make you fall in love with aerial views!
Gatlinburg Space Needle
This iconic tower boasts views so gorgeous, you might forget you’re 400 feet above the city. Take the glass elevator and watch Gatlinburg slide away below you. At the top, the observation deck offers free viewfinders and panels describing the 360-degree vistas.
Gatlinburg SkyPark
Take a smooth ride on Skypark’s famous chairlift. Watch wildlife on the slopes below you while you glide up the mountain. You’ve conquered the chairlift, so why not tackle a walk across the SkyBridge next? This pedestrian suspension bridge spans a valley. Looking down when you reach the bridge’s glass-paneled floor is completely optional!
Hot Air Balloon Rides
If you’re feeling bold after the Space Needle and SkyBridge, challenge yourself with a hot air balloon ride. Colorful, romantic balloons lift you gently toward the sky, while expert pilots put your mind at ease. Take your sweetheart along to hold your hand!
After your high-flying adventures, return to your private, cozy Gatlinburg cabin. Relax on the deck or hop into the bubbling hot tub. You’ve earned this! Book your vacation cabin online right now.
