Anakeesta
Theme park · TN, USA
Anakeesta in TN, USA.
About
This park's official page lists: Wheelchair-accessible facilities.
At the park
- Golf
- Hunting
- Ziplining
- Fall foliage
- Stargazing
- Wildlife & bird watching
Events
- The Undead Heads
- The Vampirettes
- The Bear-Varian Bonanza Games
- Bear-Varian Stilt Walker
- The Pretzel Tones
Places to eat
- Atrium Pancakes
- Bear
- Bear Can Bar
- Best Italian
- Birdventure
- Breakout
- Carmelcorn
- Chesapeake's Seafood and Raw Bar
- Chicken Guy!
- Clifftop
- Cloud 9 Cafe
- Coffee & Company
- Daiquiri Shack & Grill
- Drafts Burger Bar
- Earthquake: The Ride
- Estrella Hondumex
- Fannie Farkie's Family Fun Parlor
- Flap Jack's Pancake Cabin
- Fort Fun Family Entertainment Center
- Ghostly Adventure Motion Theater
- Hellbender
- Hungry Bear BBQ
- Jason Aldean's
- Kephart Cafe
- Landshark Bar & Grill
- Mountain Edge Grille
- New Orleans Sandwich Company
- No Way Jose's
- North China Restaurant
- Ole Red
- Pancake Pantry
- Rail Runner
- Ripley's Marvelous Mirror Maze
- Ripley's Mountain Coaster
- Ripley's Super Fun Zone
- Rocky Top Tacos
- Smokehouse
- Smoky Mountain Trout House
- Speedwerkz Exotic Car Experience
- Subway
- Sun Diner
- Taphouse
- Tennessee Jed's
- Tennessee Shine Co.
- The Baht
- The Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum;The Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum
- Treasure Quest Miniature Golf
Before you go
- Disability access
- This park's official page states it has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Specific routes, transfer access and equipment vary — confirm with the park for your needs.
- Limits
- However, ADA certified service animals are permitted
- Limits
- No smoking
- Are backpacks allowed?
- Yes. Backpacks and diaper bags are allowed at Anakeesta.
- Are firearms allowed?
- No. Firearms are not allowed at Anakeesta.
- Are service animals allowed? Are pets or dogs allowed?
- Pets are not allowed at Anakeesta. ADA-certified service animals are permitted, and guests should notify staff when purchasing a ticket if accompanied by a service animal.
- Are there any open job opportunities at Anakeesta?
- Anakeesta hires team members for a variety of roles and directs interested applicants to its Careers page.
- Are there weight or height limits for attractions?
- Yes. Requirements vary by attraction, including the Dueling Zipline, Rail Runner Mountain Coaster, and Hellbender Mountain Coaster. Guests should review the individual attraction pages on the day of their visit.
- Can guests bring their own food or water?
- Outside food and drinks are not permitted at Anakeesta unless required for medical purposes.
- Can I buy tickets at the gate?
- Yes. Day-of tickets can be purchased at the Guest Services ticket booth at 576 Parkway. Same-day sales may stop early depending on season, weather, or capacity.
- Can I propose at Anakeesta?
- Yes. Guests can propose at Anakeesta. Anakeesta does not currently offer paid proposal packages.
- Can I purchase photos or videos after I've left Anakeesta?
- Yes. Guests can inquire about purchasing photos after leaving Anakeesta. Photos are available for purchase for 30 days after a visit.
- Can I return my photos after I have purchased them?
- No. Photo sales are final and photo products cannot be returned or refunded.
- Can you drive to Anakeesta?
- No. Guests park in nearby city or adjacent lots along the Parkway and ride the Gondola or Ridge Rambler from 576 Parkway to the summit.
- Can you leave and come back the same day?
- Yes. General admission provides all-day access, so guests can leave and return later the same day within operating hours.
- Can you smoke or vape at Anakeesta?
- Anakeesta provides a designated smoking area next to Fur Trader. Guests should check the park map for the exact location.
- Do I need a reservation to zipline?
- Reservations are not required for ziplining but are encouraged. Guests can check availability by calling Anakeesta.
- Do you offer group pricing?
- Yes. Anakeesta offers group options for groups of 20 or more, including family reunions, churches, team building, corporate groups, tour and travel groups, youth groups, schools, weddings, and associations.
- Does Anakeesta provide first aid? Where can I find it?
- Yes. First aid assistance is available from certified professionals, including at the Information Booth on Anakeesta Mountain inside Firefly Village and in other buildings throughout the park.
- Does Anakeesta sell out? Should I buy in advance?
- On busy days, Anakeesta may pause or stop day-of ticket sales when the park reaches capacity. Buying online in advance is recommended during peak seasons and for limited add-ons such as Astra Lumina or the Dueling Zipline.
- How do I purchase an annual pass?
- Visitors can purchase an Anakeesta annual pass online and redeem the emailed barcode for a physical card at the Guest Services booth at 576 Parkway.
- How do you monitor the health of your trees?
- Anakeesta monitors tree health with a staff arborist who has forestry education, tree care experience, and arboriculture certifications.
- How high up is Anakeesta?
- Anakeesta is perched around 2,000 feet in elevation. The Gondola ride takes guests more than 600 feet above the Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg on the way up the mountain.
- How long should I plan to spend at Anakeesta?
- Plan about 3 to 5 hours for a relaxed visit with views, the Treetop Skywalk, gardens, and a meal. Add more time if you plan to ride the coasters, zipline, or stay for Astra Lumina.
- How much is admission to Anakeesta?
- Anakeesta admission includes all-day unlimited access. Visitors should check the pricing page for current admission rates and activity pricing.
- I have a question about food allergies. Who can help?
- Anakeesta uses reasonable efforts to avoid introducing common allergens but does not have separate allergy-friendly kitchens and cannot guarantee that menu items are completely free of allergens. Guests should make informed choices based on their dietary needs.
- Is Anakeesta open on Thanksgiving or Christmas?
- Anakeesta is typically open on Thanksgiving and closed on Christmas Day. Christmas Eve may have shortened hours, so visitors should verify the current year's schedule on the Hours page.
- Is Anakeesta stroller-friendly?
- Mostly, yes. Gondola cabins fit strollers, and many areas on the mountain are accessible. Notable exceptions include the Treetop Skywalk, AnaVista Tower, and Astra Lumina unless using an all-terrain stroller.
- Is Anakeesta wheelchair accessible?
- Many parts of Anakeesta are wheelchair accessible, including Firefly Village shops, the dining pavilion, Black Bear Village, and scenic viewing platforms. Some attractions, including the Treetop Skywalk, Astra Lumina, and AnaVista Tower, are not wheelchair or stroller accessible.
- Is Anakeesta worth it?
- Yes. Anakeesta is designed for guests who want Smoky Mountain views, light adventure, and a family-friendly outdoor day. General admission includes major attractions such as AnaVista Tower, the Treetop Skywalk, Vista Gardens, TreeVenture, Treehouse Adventure, BirdVenture, and unlimited rides up and down the mountain.
Facilities on the park map
6 restroom, 1 shade zone.
Where to stay
- 362 East Parkway
- Bed Rock Inn
- Economy Inn & Suites
- Gatlinburg Mountain Inn
- Gatlinburg Village
- Greystone Inn at the Aquarium
- Howard Johnson
- Sleep Inn & Suites
- Carr's Northside Cottages & Motel
- Jack Huff's Motor Lodge
- Roaring Fork Motel & Cottages
Nearby
- Breakout
- Carmelcorn
- Jason Aldean's
- Mountain Edge Grille
- New Orleans Sandwich Company
- North China Restaurant
- Ripley's Marvelous Mirror Maze
- Sun Diner
- Tennessee Jed's