Mountain-coaster Madness!

Mountain-coasters are definitely one of the area's best-loved attractions and there are so many of them to enjoy!  We've checked out several of them below and also included a list of the one's we haven't had the opportunity to check out so you can choose the one that best fits your trip itinerary!

For those not familiar with the attraction type, mountain coasters allow the rider to control the speed themselves so unlike a traditional roller coaster, you get to choose how fast or slow you want to go.  They are also typically closer to the ground and follow the natural terrain (with some exceptions) so it's a great way to enjoy the beauty of East Tennessee!

1. Lost Mine Mountain Coaster (& Mini-Golf & Gem Mining!)
Lost Mine is a family favorite and our top pick when we want to take a ride!  It's one of the longest tracks in the area and has adorable bear-themed antics all through the ride.  As you go up and down the mountain you'll head through an old southern town and past bears doing various hilarious activities.  So much fun for kids and adults alike.  It also features new mountain-coaster technology that makes the attraction safer for riders, AND features indoor waiting (that felt like a Disney World line with fun things to enjoy on the way!) that keeps you cool in the summer, warm in the winter and dry when it's rainy out!  You can also check out their combo ticket if you want to add mini-golf and/or gem mining on to your day. Check out our full ride videos at both day and night and our highlight video at the YouTube links below!

2. Rocky Top Mountain Coaster
Located almost across the street from DollyWood, Rocky Top Mountain Coaster is an awesome choice to add on to your DW adventure.  This is also one of the longest tracks in the area and has some fun themed items in the waiting area as well as a couple scattered along the track!

3. Moonshine Mountain Coaster (formerly Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster)
Located right as you drive into Gatlinburg from the Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg Connector, this Mountain-coaster is about a 5 minute ride and is all about the speed on the way down! They do some fun themed options like a haunted ride during Halloween season and the staff is super hospitable and friendly!  We recommend this one if you plan on spending all your time in Gatlinburg...and did we mention tons of free parking?

4. Goats on the Roof "GoatCoaster"
This was actually the first mountain-coaster we ever rode - and it hadn't occurred to us yet to film so we don't have a YouTube of our ride.  The ride itself felt similar to the Moonshine Mountain Coaster as it is a long "up" and then a fun and fast ride down.  Plus, you can feed goats at the bottom!  Definitely the only place in town where you can ride a mountain coaster AND feed goats.

5. Other Mountain Coaster Options
Although we've only ridden the four coasters above, there are several other options worth noting.  Skyland Ranch has the Wild Stallion Mountain Coaster which is a great option for those staying in Sevierville, or if you're already planning on visiting Skyland Ranch you could roll it all into one trip.  Similarly Anakeesta in Gatlinburg has two mountain coaster options on their property: the new "Hellbender" and their single rail runner option the "Rail Runner."  The Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster is another option in the Pigeon Forge area and the Ripley's Mountain Coaster is in Gatlinburg.  Last, Rowdy Bear's Snow Park has both the "Avalanche Snow Coaster" as well as the unique "Ski Lift Shootout Coaster" where you shoot special targets as you hang from the track above!