Lovin Life in the Smokies

Anakeesta invites guests to a distinctive and genuine outdoor escapade, providing an immersive experience in the splendor and thrill of the great outdoors for visitors of all ages. Our mountaintop park promises excellent family value with a blend of adventure and relaxation, ensuring an unforgettable sojourn in the Smoky Mountains. Admission to Anakeesta encompasses full-day park access and unlimited scenic rides via the Chondola or Ridge Rambler, leading to Firefly village—an enchanting locale with charming shopping, dining, and a whimsical mountain ambiance.

Delve into nature by traversing the 14-bridge Treetop Skywalk, featuring over 880 feet of interconnected bridges suspended 50-60 feet in the air. Elevate your visit at AnaVista Tower, the pinnacle of downtown Gatlinburg, offering a unique observation experience with panoramic 360⁰ views of the Smoky Mountains. Witness peaks stretching to Kentucky and enjoy a bird’s-eye perspective of the park and the lush botanical Vista Gardens below. Home to over 3,000 plants, flowers, sculptures, and the towering “keeper of the forest,” Willow, standing over 20 feet tall, Vista Gardens, located in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg, provides a serene oasis amid the mountains.

For thrill-seekers, our Dueling Zipline Adventure offers an adrenaline-pumping experience as you race side-by-side with friends on over 2,400 feet of lines, soaring through the trees and rappelling throughout the course. Enhance your adventure with options like Astra Lumina, the 15th Lumina Enchanted Night Walk in the world and the first in the United States, or our Coaster Pass, providing two rides on either The Hellbender or Rail Runner Mountain Coaster. Anakeesta beckons you to join us—to find inspiration in nature, relish moments with family and friends, and uncover the Magic in the Mountains!