This Coaster Is One of many Highest-rated U.S. Theme Park Experiences — With Gorgeous Nature Views and a Mountain Backdrop

A latest examine revealed the highest-ranked theme parks and sights in America and a Smoky Mountain family-favorite coaster made the reduce. The examine, carried out by Casinos Sweeps, surveyed over 300 theme and amusement parks throughout the nation, analyzing Tripadvisor and Google opinions.

The Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster, situated in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, ranked No. 3 on the listing of highest-rated theme park experiences, with 80.74 % of opinions score it 5 stars. It scored a median Google score of 4.7 out of 5 and 4.5 out of 5 on Tripadvisor.

The mountain coaster was the primary ever constructed within the thriving tourism vacation spot. It has the second-longest downhill observe in america at over one mile. Not like a conventional curler coaster, particular person carts, carrying one to 2 passengers, are pulled by way of cable to the highest of the mountain observe. As soon as launched, the joys degree for the 7- to 8-minute journey is totally as much as the lead rider, who controls the pace by way of a hand brake. (Autos are in a position to journey as much as 27 mph.)

As thrill seekers twist and switch down the adrenaline-pumping, steep observe by the mountains, riders are handled to picturesque nature views. Evening rides are a favourite, because the observe is illuminated with hundreds of twinkling lights.

The Smoky Mountain Alpine Coaster is open year-round — rain, snow, or sunshine — and tickets are priced at $18 per grownup and $14 for kids (ages seven to 12). Riders should meet the minimal peak requirement of 56 inches to journey alone, or 38 inches to journey with one other visitor.

With the eye-catching Smoky Mountains serving as a surprising backdrop, Pigeon Forge is a family-friendly vacation spot in East Tennessee. Its crown jewel Dollywood, the theme park helmed by its Dreamer-In-Chief Dolly Parton, is thought for its award-winning curler coasters and delicacies. The vigorous mountain city is dwelling to dozens of family-focused actions, together with mini golf, thrilling eating, indoor museums, outside actions, and an outpost of the Titanic Museum. 

Lodging vary from acquainted manufacturers, just like the Margaritaville Island Resort, to extremely themed, full-service resort properties, like Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort & Spa. Pigeon Forge is situated round two hours outdoors of Asheville, North Carolina, and round 45 minutes from Knoxville, Tennessee.