Anakeesta

Located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, our mountain top adventure park sits high atop Gatlinburg with spectacular views of town and National Park. With elements of play and adventure, we mix relaxation and delicious dining options to create a memorable experience for families and friends: day or night. Admission to Anakeesta includes all day park access and unlimited scenic rides via our Chondola chair lift ride which transports you to our whimsical Firefly Village with quaint shopping, and dining.

Stroll along the mountaintop to our nature-themed Black Bear Village. After shopping, take in the elevated dining experience at Clifftop with gorgeous views of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Continue your adventure by strolling on the TreeTop Skywalk, with over 800-feet of connected bridges hanging 50 to 60-feet in the air, the TreeTop Skywalk is the longest tree-based skywalk bridge in North America. Enjoy the sweeping views of the Great Smoky Mountains, and Mt. LeConte, with a trip up our AnaVista Tower, the highest point in downtown Gatlinburg!

Discover the newly opened BirdVenture Play Area, Hellbender Mountain Coaster, and Fur Trader. Anakeesta’s newest and largest retail location on Anakeesta mountain.

Join us for the newly expanded Astra Lumina, an enchanted night walk through the woods where the stars are descending from the night sky, right here at Anakeesta! Experience their wonder up close, before they return to their rightful home. Astra Lumina is the 15th Lumina experience, and the very first in the United States!

576 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
865-325-2400

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Anakeesta Gem Mining

Strike it rich at the Anakeesta Gem Mine! An interactive waterfall and sluice allows kids of all ages to search for that special gemstone or fossil.

Bear Can at Anakeesta

The new Bear Can in Stone Village at Anakeesta is the perfect place to get a mixed drink, choose from a variety of beers or a refreshing lemonade on a hot summer day.

Bear Essentials at Anakeesta

Nestled in the heart of Gatlinburg, Bear Essentials atop Anakeesta is a haven for nature enthusiasts and mountain adventurers. Immerse yourself in a curated collection of handpicked gifts, clothing, and souvenirs inspired by the breathtaking beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Chondola at Anakeesta

A scenic chairlift ride to Anakeesta - This is the world's only fixed-grip Chondola where guests choose to ride in an open-air 4-person chair with a bar or select enclosed gondola cabin with seating for 6.

Kephart Cafe at Anakeesta

Perfect for guests on the go, this pizza restaurant also serves gourmet hot dogs! Kephart Cafe provides guests a delicious and fast meal before continuing their day of adventure at Anakeesta.

Rocky Top Canteen at Anakeesta

Located in the Stone Village at Anakeesta, The Rocky Top Canteen is the best place to grab TexMex cuisine. Offering a variety of items including chimichangas and tacos, this new dining option brings a new flavor to Anakeesta Mountain.

Smokehouse at Anakeesta

Located at the top of Anakeesta Mountain, the Smokehouse BBQ restaurant offers delicious dining with an even better view. Smokehouse offers southern barbecue and all the fixins' overlooking downtown Gatlinburg and scenic mountain vistas.

The Watering Can Bar at Anakeesta

Located at the base of AnaVista Tower at Anakeesta, the Watering Can Bar is the perfect place to cool off with an ice cold lemonade or snack wrap while soaking in the views from the highest bar in Downtown Gatlinburg!