Anakeesta is an award-winning mountaintop adventure park in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains. This family-friendly destination features the thrilling Treetop Skywalk, where you can stroll through the canopy on suspended bridges, and AnaVista Tower for stunning 360-degree mountain vistas.
Adventure seekers can enjoy the Rail Runner mountain coaster, ziplining experiences, and the TreeVenture challenge course. For families, there’s the Memorial Forest Walk, beautiful gardens, and Vista Gardens playground. The park also features unique dining options including Cliff Top Restaurant and The Catch seafood restaurant.
Don’t miss the spectacular Astra Lumina night experience, an enchanting multimedia forest walk. Anakeesta is accessible via the Ridge Rambler scenic chairlift or the Chondola (combination of chairlift and gondola cabin).
Open year-round with varying hours. Plan 3-5 hours for a full visit. Admission includes access to most attractions (some premium experiences require additional fees).
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