Tennessee is definitely one of the most beautiful places to experience the heart of fall, but it's in East Tennessee that you'll see the most incredible foliage in the state. The entire Great Smoky Mountains National Park lights up in shades of orange, yellow and red, engulfing the entire span of the mountains and foothills in stunning, shimmering color. There's only one way to make the experience better: a bit of adrenaline.
Ah, Gatlinburg. Beautiful all year round, but especially stunning during the months of October and November. It's when the scenery really shows out, making a trip to the Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster of the essence.
The wooden coaster makes its way through the fall foliage of the forest, rambling along the hillsides and cutting its way quickly through stunning swaths of countryside.
Can you imagine these kinds of views while you take the faster ride in the Smoky Mountains? It might not be a Six Flags, but there's no beating this scenery.
You'll reach speeds of potentially more than 30 miles an hour, so the coaster attendant will walk you through safety procedures and advise you on the best way to experience the most fun you can.
A single rider comes in at $16 a person, and a parent-child combo is a mere $24. You can also indulge in an unlimited 1-hour pass for $30.
Just can't get enough? If you've already purchased a single rider ticket, you can snag another ride for just $8. We'd highly recommend purchasing tickets ahead of time on the Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster website, but in the end your experience is all up to you.
Are you brave enough to get on board? You can visit for yourself from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Fridays and from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturdays. Happy autumn riding, Tennessee!
You can find more information about the Gatlinburg Mountain Coaster by way of their website or their official Facebook page.
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