The Great Smoky Mountains are famous for scenic beauty, but they are just as well known for adventure. Beyond the overlooks and hiking trails, visitors will find an impressive lineup of thrill-seeking activities that turn a mountain getaway into an unforgettable experience.
With Eden Crest Vacation Rentals as your home base, the region’s top attractions are always within easy reach. We offer a diverse selection of vacation rentals in Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Wears Valley, and Gatlinburg. Many of these soul-stirring experiences are included in our Passport to Paradise program!
Mountain Coasters and High-Speed Adventures
Mountain coasters offer exhilarating journeys with breathtaking views:
- Rocky Top Mountain Coaster is East Tennessee’s longest coaster, stretching across more than 20 acres.
- Anakeesta Mountaintop Adventure Park is a great place to visit for thrill-seeking activities, offering two distinct coasters, the Hellbender and Rail Runner.
- NASCAR SpeedPark in Sevierville delivers go-kart tracks designed for every skill level.
Ziplines & Unique Challenges in the Great Smoky Mountains
For adrenaline junkies, the Smoky Mountains offer a playground like no other:
- Legacy Mountain Ziplines, recognized as North America’s best Zipline Adventure by USA Today Readers’ Choice, propels riders from mountaintop to mountaintop with breathtaking vistas.
- TopJump Trampoline & Extreme Arena is where visitors leap from heights into massive air cushions for an exhilarating rush.
- Outdoor Gravity Park is the nation’s only zorbing park, allowing riders to roll downhill inside massive inflatable orbs on water-filled tracks.
Thrill-Seeking Activities at Dollywood Theme Park
Dollywood Theme Park regularly wins Golden Ticket Awards and other honors that speak directly to its heart-pumping portfolio:
- Lightning Rod won the Golden Ticket Award for Best New Ride when it first debuted, and USA Today readers consistently rank it among the nation’s top 10 roller coasters.
- NightFlight Expedition is a first-of-its-kind hybrid coaster and whitewater river ride as characters lead you through the mystery of the legendary Secret Lake.
- Wild Eagle, America’s first wing coaster, launches riders 21 stories above Dollywood, strapping them on either side of the track for an unparalleled sensation of soaring freely!
Beyond coasters, the park offers a variety of other thrill-seeking activities that complement the major roller coasters. Drop Line provides a 20-story free fall above Timber Canyon. You will have striking views of the Great Smoky Mountains during your ascent!
Sky-High Views and Heart-Pounding Heights
Adrenaline rushes can come from more than just speed:
- The Gatlinburg SkyLift carries guests high above downtown to Crockett Mountain, where the Gatlinburg SkyBridge stretches nearly 700 feet across a deep valley with a glass bottom section.
- Visit Anakeesta for the Treetop Skywalk and AnaVista Tower, offering elevated walkways and panoramic views.
Whitewater Rafting and Fast-Paced Water Fun
There are also plenty of water-based experiences guests can enjoy during the warmer months:
- Dollywood’s Splash Country offers high-speed water slides perfect for cooling off during the summer.
- Whitewater rafting on the Pigeon Forge River is one of the most popular water-based thrill-seeking activities we offer guests with our Passport to Paradise.
- Soaky Mountain Waterpark offers the high-speed six-person raft ride Rafter’s Rage, the dueling tube adventure The Edge Watercoaster, the unique Avalaunch Watercoaster, and so many other adrenaline-fueled waterpark rides.