What to Expect
When you first pull up to the attraction, you'll see a huge building with a sloped roof. This is where the loading station for the coaster is located. You'll purchase tickets and sign a waiver, then hop in line to wait your turn. Once it's your turn, you'll be directed into one of the carts. You'll put on the over-the-shoulder seat belt if you're in the back, but if you're in the front, you'll have a lap belt.As you go along the track, you'll have gorgeous wooded views of the forest. You may spot some small wildlife, like birds and squirrels, but you'll probably be focused on the need for speed. The track curves and dips, creating a fun ride you won't forget! Before you know it, you'll be back in the loading station.
How It Works
Ripley's mountain coaster is actually a gravity propelled ride. This means that instead of mechanics pulling the cart along the track, gravity pushes the cart along the track.A pretty cool feature on this ride is that the rider gets to control the speed! So you can fly around every curve at maximum speed, or you can take it easy and enjoy the ride! To control the cart, you have two levers on either side of the seat. To go fast, you'll push them down towards the ground. To slow down, you'll pull them up towards the sky.Need to Know
Before you hop on Ripley's mountain coaster, you must check in at the ticket booth. You will receive a wristband, and everyone must sign a waiver before you are allowed to ride.To ride alone, guests must be at least 10 years old and at least 54 inches tall. Guests who are 3 to 9 years old may ride tandem with an adult who is at least 16 years old. The child must be at least 38 inches tall, and the adult must be at least 54 inches tall.
Location and Hours
This thrilling coaster is located at 386 Parkway, Gatlinburg TN, 37738. They are open daily from 10 am to 11 pm. This ride is operational, weather permitting. If you have any questions or want to make sure they are open, call 865-430-7800.Other Gatlinburg Mountain Coasters
Want to try all the mountain coasters in Gatlinburg? Here are some of the other places with these types of rides:Moonshine Mountain Coaster
Moonshine Mountain Coaster is an action-packed ride reaching up to 30 miles per hour! Enjoy a slow ride to the top of the mountain, then fly through the rest of the track as you make your way back down the mountainside.