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Top 5 Smoky Mountain Attractions With Beautiful Mountain Views

When you come to the Smoky Mountains, you probably want to enjoy looking out at the mountains. There are several Smoky Mountain attractions where you can have fun and look out at the mountains. Check out these top 5 Smoky Mountain attractions with beautiful mountain views:

1. Gatlinburg SkyLift Park

gatlinburg skylift parkOne of the most popular attractions in the area with views is Gatlinburg SkyLift Park. The SkyDeck is a huge observation deck where you can take pictures in front of a unique view of the Smokies. You can walk across the SkyBridge, which has glass panels in the middle, and see even more views from the second observation deck. You can also enjoy a cocktail and snack in the SkyCenter while you look out at the mountains. Gatlinburg SkyLift Park is a great place to go when you want to do something memorable and enjoy the mountains.

2. Anakeesta

Anakeesta is another Smoky Mountain attraction that has a ton of fun things to do and great mountain views. To get to the top, you’ll ride the chairlift or a Ridge Rambler. Once you’re in Firefly Village, you can browse through the shops or grab a bite to eat from one of the places to eat. Kids will want to play on the playground, while teens and adults will want to go on the zipline and mountain coaster. Everyone will love the Treetop Skywalk and Vista Gardens. There are several spots where you can sit and enjoy the mountain view.

3. Gatlinburg Space Needle

See a Space Needle show after seeing the view from the skyIf you want to visit an attraction that’s all about the mountain views, you should go to the Gatlinburg Space Needle. This observation tower looks out at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and downtown Gatlinburg. You can walk all the way around the tower, providing you with a 360-degree view of the area. The tower stands at 400 feet, so you really get a great view. You can even go up at night for a completely different view!

4. The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel

Gatlinburg isn’t the only town where you can do something fun and get a great view! In Pigeon Forge at The Island, you can ride The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel. This huge ferris wheel stands at 200 feet. You will sit in an enclosed gondola and be able to look out at the Smoky Mountains and all of Pigeon Forge. You’ll love this Smoky Mountain attraction, and you’ll also get a unique view if you go at night.

5. Bluff Mountain Adventures

person on an atvHave you always wanted to ride ATVs in the woods? At Bluff Mountain Adventures, you get to ride ATVs and get a great view of the Smokies at the same time! You will get to drive along a guided tour on trails in the woods. There are over 6,000 acres on the property. Everyone in your group will have a blast.

Looking for more fun things to do with incredible views? Here are the top hiking trails in the Smoky Mountains with amazing views!

These Smoky Mountain attractions are fun and give you a great view of the mountains. You can also take in these views at our cabins! Look through our Pigeon Forge cabins with a view and book one for your next trip!