I visited Ober Mountain in early January of this year and spent 2 days enjoyng activities. The first day consisted of participating in the fun pass, which gave us a list of activites we could do on the mountain like going to the zoo, ice skating, ice bumper cars, scenic lifts, etc. As an adult, the pass felt a little underwhelming but I can imagine a kid enjoying their time with this pass. I would recommend that you find a groupon/deal to get it at a cheaper rate rather than the usual $50/ticket they offer it for because I genuinely do not think it is worth the $50. I would definitely NOT recommend the fun pass for adults, but would for children (at the discounted price). Our second day on the mountain, we went snowboarding and that was a very fun time for my group and I. Ober has snow machines, so it is not real snow and instead is icy, artificial snow. I can imagine during the colder season, it may be softer and covered much more. I went in early January for reference. The employees are very nice with helping you strap in boots and understanding how to strap into board as well. I decided to do a lesson, which I would recommend for anyone who has not snowboarded before. Although I enjoyed my time, I do agree that it is fairly pricy, considering the size of the mountain compared to other resorts I have seen. I understand the weather determines which lifts are avaliable but the "snow" was ice, no where near snow texture. I think a day of snowboarding would cost roughly $150+ here for day pass and gear rental. My downsides for Ober are the price, the fun pass, and the snow. read more

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We visited Ober Mountain and had a really fun and memorable experience as a family. We had already purchased our Fun Pass tickets, and redeeming/printing them at the kiosks was quick and easy. One of the highlights was riding the Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway up and down the mountain--it was truly an experience in itself with amazing views. Once at the top, there was plenty to do. The kids loved the carousel and rode it multiple times every time we passed by. We also enjoyed the ice bumper cars, the wildlife habitat, and visiting Gatlinburg SkyLift Park. One of the most magical moments of the day was when it started snowing during our SkyLift ride--it was absolutely beautiful and something we won't forget. It was definitely very cold, but the scenery made it completely worth it. Unfortunately, the mountain coasters were closed due to the rain turning into snow, but there were still plenty of other activities to enjoy. The only thing I wish we had gotten to do was ice skating--the line and wait time were just too long before we had to leave. Overall, it was a very fun experience that everyone in our family enjoyed. We would definitely visit again!We visited Ober Mountain and had a really fun and memorable experience as a family. We had already purchased our Adventure Pass tickets, and redeeming/printing them at the kiosks was quick and easy. One of the highlights was riding the Gatlinburg Aerial Tramway up and down the mountain--it was truly an experience in itself with amazing views. Once at the top, there was plenty to do. The kids loved the carousel and rode it multiple times every time we passed by. We also enjoyed the ice bumper cars, the wildlife habitat, and visiting Gatlinburg SkyLift Park. One of the most magical moments of the day was when it started snowing during our SkyLift ride--it was absolutely beautiful and something we won't forget. It was definitely very cold, but the scenery made it completely worth it. Unfortunately, the mountain coasters were closed due to the rain turning into snow, but there were still plenty of other activities to enjoy. The only thing I wish we had gotten to do was ice skating--the line and wait time were just too long before we had to leave. Overall, it was a very fun experience that everyone in our family enjoyed. We would definitely visit again! read more

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This was a very disappointing experience. Ober Mountain is completely overpriced and not worth the hype. It felt like a tourist trap from start to finish. It was extremely crowded, even in the off season, and the gondola ride was not enjoyable at all. They packed so many people into it that you could barely move, let alone take in any views. While the gondola operator was very kind, that was really the only positive. Everything else felt rushed, overcrowded, and not worth the cost. Would not recommend, would not return, and honestly wish I could get a refund. read more

We attempted to come during the black bear and berry jam festival. It was honestly not what I thought it would be. There was three vendors... and all the bounces outside cost money. It definitely was a cool experience going on the sky tram but not sure it would be something worth doing regularly. read more

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Our family reunion group of 23 had the best time here. There was something for everyone to do! My 80 year old dad even rode the mountain coaster! We did the adventure pass and it was worth it! read more

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We waited forever to go snowboarding on Ober Mountain because of how "awesome" it is. We spoke to many people before buying the tickets in advance per them "buy now because it will sell out". We asked about the snow conditions because we wanted the mountain not the kiddie slopes and were responded with "there is already snow on the mountain and we have blowers that will keep it filled". We purchased tickets on the faith of what we were told just to get there and there be no snow. 2 kiddie slopes and ice pretty much everywhere. The blowers didn't even turn on until after 2pm which I'm sure is set for certain conditions but after spending $500 for a day of snowboarding it was a disgrace and total waste of money. I didn't even stay on the slopes it was that bad. Then the lines to the lift is so unorganized that everyone was jumping to the front and the honest ones were having to wait twice the amount of time. My kid that has been before said this is the worst mountain we have gone to by far and he doesn't want to ever come back. (I told him the actual mountain wasn't open so it wasn't a fair assessment). Other kid that never has been said that he doesn't understand why we even like snowboarding because this was miserable with everyone at the same curve falling and staying. The patrol were just skiing and not helping people. Multiple times I would stop and help beginners that had fallen just so they could get out of the main path. Never once saw the patrol help a single person and there were a lot of chances. To be clear the 2 stars is not because the lack of snow (this is uncontrollable) it is for the lack of information given when we called or what I believe to be lies just to purchase a non refundable ticket. read more

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First thing that I would recommend in regards to the tram is to have a line for those that want to take the picture and one for those not interested. The line for the tram probably could be shorter if everyone doesn't have to wait to take a picture. With the rise in the flu and everything else being cramped like sardines in a can to get on the tram and then crammed on the tram isn't the most organized. Next time we will skip the tram and just drive to the top and park there. We did have a great time snow tubing, we did the coaster and the scenic lift. If you have a military ID make sure to sure your ID. you will get a free ober mountain pass which includes Gives You Access To: Carousel Family Snow Zone The Gatlinburg Tram Ice Bumper Cars Ice Skating Rock Climbing Wall Sky Village Express & Observation Deck Wildlife Habitat read more

The gondola ride is nice but overpriced, especially since one has to pay to park as well. It is not very long either. There is little free to do up top, which makes the price sting even more. The most entertaining thing we saw up there was many determined little kids trying to ring the bell on the rock wall. read more

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We rode the scenic chair lift. Having skied the Zuspitze in Germany, and both Beech and Sugar Mountain in North Carolina, this was boring for me in the September we visited. Clearly, it's not a year round snow skiing destination (especially in non winter months) and likely I had my expectations too high. Still, this was a way to kill some time in Gatlinburg that was not too awfully expensive, the lift felt safe, and the people were kind. I can't speak to the other attractions at Ober Mountain since we didn't visit any. read more

The park is fun for all ages, from rock climbing to Zip Lining. The operators of each ride were very helpful and patient with us. My only drawback would be the mountain coaster. It stalled on us and we had to wait for maintenance to see what the problem was. read more

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This seems very pricey for what it is. Fortunately we had someone drop us off / pick up from our nearby cabin so we only spent a small amount on food and drink. We enjoyed wandering around, looking at the small zoo, etc., The band for Oktoberfest was good but definitely not German inspired. There was nothing really wow that would make me want to buy a $40+ activity pass. Of course the ride up is an attraction of its own and that may be worthwhile. It was strange to me there were no great views / outlooks from the top like you see at the Sky Park or Anakeesta. Still this is fine if you keep your expectations in line. read more

The Cloud Catcher Zipline was AWESOME! Justin, Lawrence, Blue and Mike were simply amazing! This was on my bucket list and these guys made it EPIC! Safety was paramount, but fun was constant! Would absolutely recommend 100%!!!!!! read more

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Really cute. Wish they had more places to eat and do. But the sky lift was nice and the idea is good and the place is cute but most of the places were closed or empty. read more

Ober Mountain is good for what it is, but I wouldn't call it mind-blowing. Still, I'd recommend it, especially for families looking for winter activities. Our family of six had a fun day overall. If you go, make sure to buy the wristband online and book tubing/skiing reservations well in advance. If you're visiting around Christmas, plan your activities no later than 11 a.m. because the aerial tram lines get ridiculously long, wrapping around the building later in the day. Also, skip driving up the mountain--parking fills up quickly, and you'll likely have to turn back. Instead, park in Gatlinburg and take the tram up, and give yourself at least 2 hours to reach the top. We visited on Christmas Day and had pre-booked tubing, which was a lifesaver since it was sold out. Skiing was the same--it was booked out until late February by the time we arrived. The snow area is perfect for little ones, and tubing was a hit with the whole family. Overall, it's a solid option for some winter fun if you're visiting the Gatlinburg area! read more

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As a content creator here in Gatlinburg, The Gatlinburg Hussey I absolutely love Ober Mountain..Its the only ski resort in Tennessee too ..I tell all of my subscribers to go there when they're here in the Smokies read more

This is an overall good experience. Sure it's a little dated but so is some of the places I visit in NYC and Boston. This Mountain resort offers numerous options above and beyond skiing and has a cool vibe. The aerial tramway is a good experience. read more

Waste of money. Basically paid $100 for a gondola ride. The views are pretty, but many other ways to see views as good, if not better! Activities for kids under 10 were limited. The animals exhibits were disturbing, and I could never endorse supporting Ober due to it. Enrichment for all the animals was limted, and exhibits were too small for all of the animals. It saddened both myself and my 16 yrs old son to see the living conditions. He was so disturbed, he is listed on leaving. I would not recommend. read more

Ober Mountain has always been a classic, but the updates to the snow tubing, skiing, and mountain biking have really brought new life to it. The snow tubing lanes are fast and well-run, the ski runs are great for beginners, and the downhill mountain biking is a huge bonus in warmer months. It feels like the park finally has year-round energy again. A fun mix of old and new Gatlinburg. read more

If you are geared to find family friendly fun Ober Mountain is your place. They offer $49 wristbands that include a variety of activities which includes the aerial tram, snow tubing, rock climbing, mountain coaster, ice skating, corn hole, bumper boats, nature preserve and so much more! Lines can get long. Arrive early. There is also a $10 parking fee. It has a gift shop and cafe as well. read more

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I am a season pass holder because I'm currently learning to snowboard (started last season in Lake Tahoe). It's a great value and an easy mountain for learning. Obviously this is not a skiers paradise like the mountains out west or even on the East coast, but for Tennessee it's perfect. It's great for families too because they offer so many different activities not just limited to snow sports. I wish they would allow re-entry when you pay $20 for parking! Sometimes we bring our dog to the mountain and keep her in our warm accommodations while we are hitting the slopes. It means we have to leave the mountain in the middle of the day to feed her and take her out which sometimes cuts our time short. If we want to return later in the day, we are usually deterred due to having to re-pay for parking. read more

The Wildlife Habitat is sick. I understand the animals are rescues and cannot care for themselves in the wild, but the pits in the ground they had these babies in were so small and solid rock. The one bear in the video proceeded to circle his cage in the same path for hours. The "Nocturnal Den" was even sadder. They had 3 large turtles in one 40 gallon tank. The tank wasn't big enough for one of the turtles. Someone needs to help these animals ASAP! read more

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Ober Mountain in March? Chef's kiss. The perfect balance of crisp mountain air, just enough people to feel lively, but none of the overwhelming winter chaos. While I can only imagine this place is packed during peak snow season, our visit was a smooth ride--except, of course, when we were falling on the ice skating rink. Torturous fun, but the kind that brings the family together. The snow tubing? WORTH IT. An extra $20 per person stung a bit, but once we were flying down the slopes, all was forgiven. The mountain coaster, on the other hand? Let's just say patience was a virtue we didn't know we needed. The line was already long when we joined, and when we reached a sign that said, "60 minutes from this point," we knew we were in it for the long haul. We made it, but whew, brace yourself. The tram, though? 10/10 experience. The employees running it were full of energy, good vibes, and that classic Tennessee charm that makes you feel right at home. Overall, Ober Mountain was a blast--fun, scenic, and definitely a spot worth checking off your bucket list. Would I come back? Absolutely. Just maybe not on a peak weekend! Both experiences were a little pricey, but honestly, when you're in the heart of the Smokies, that's the name of the game. Go, have fun, make the memories, and don't look back! read more

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Everything was excellent except the process and ease of redeeming tickets purchased online to get wristbands. I recommend the hot chocolate at the fudge shop. Snow tubing is for 1.5 hour sessions which goes pretty quick. That is enough time for about 3-4 runs down the mountain. Wonderful resort to make memories with family. 5 stars! read more

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Construction going on throughout the mountain has significantly impacted the customer experience. The alpine slide used to be two runs, now it's one. And this makes the line twice as long. I paid $108 for me and my son but due to lines for every activity, I've been here an hour and the only real fun was riding the tram up from Gatlinburg. The mountain coaster took 90 minutes to ride due to lines. And the alpine slide line is about 10 minutes for the lift, then 20 minutes more at top. Was here last summer and the experience was much better. Management should have posted a warning of construction delays and reduced the admission fee. They even acknowledge how much construction is going on by having the outdoor activities closed tomorrow. Should have been closed today, too. This is my last time here. read more

This was 100% our most favorite excursion we did on our vacation! We got the $50 wristbands which included unlimited tram rides up and down the mountain, the wildlife refugee, ice skating, ice bumper cars, rock climbing, the trampoline pillow, mountain coaster, mountain tubing, the gondola up to a viewpoint, and the alpine slide (closed that day). You get so much for such a good price, and the activities change depending on the season. There was food star eh too of the mountain, and you can also opt to pay extra for white water rafting and zip lining. I def recommend if in the area but you are even just thinking of doing a mountain coaster and another activity just because the value is so great! The tram up/down takes about 15 minutes, but the operators are so funny and entertaining- it makes the ride worth it! read more

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This was one of the most disorganized and disappointing experiences I've ever had at a ski resort. First, the lines were completely out of control -- long, chaotic, and poorly managed from start to finish. Nothing about the operation felt planned or professional. What made it worse is that before we came, we called and were explicitly told conditions were good. That was simply not true. We paid full price only to arrive and find mostly sludge, ice, and barely skiable terrain. That feels dishonest. The worst part, though, was what happened with my grandson. This was his first time ever on the mountain, and he chose to try snowboarding. After realizing it was a bit too much for him, he wanted to switch to skis -- and they told us he would have to pay full price all over again just to change equipment. No flexibility, no understanding, no customer care -- just "pay again." I've been to many ski resorts over the years and I've never witnessed behavior this bad or this predatory. Between the misleading information, the terrible conditions, the disorganized lines, and the refusal to make even a basic accommodation for a child's first experience, this place felt more like a money grab than a ski resort. I would not recommend this place to anyone -- especially families. read more

If there were zero stars I would have chosen that. Disorganized, overpriced and the rudest, foreign employees I've ever come across. Made what was supposed to be a fun, memorable afternoon very stressful and unpleasant. Nasty bathrooms, terrible wait times in lines and probably the worst part was that not one employee cared about their job or the customers AT ALL. I've been coming here for years for my kids sake but will likely never be back. read more

Not worth it at all. 2 hours to get pizza, spent an hour in line to be told hour and fifteen minutes to get the pizza, lines for everything. Beer bar closed. Overpriced food and activities. Parking was a nightmare. Terrible experience overall. read more

I came here with my husband while visiting the area in mid January and we were both pleasantly surprised with the experience. We paid $49 each for the wristbands that included several activities along with the tram up the mountain. The tram was ok but they really pack you in there tight so if you don't like to be squeezed in this isn't for you. But it does offer some nice views of the mountains and the cabins along the way. At the top we rode the scenic ski lift that went even further up. Towards the end of the lift they take your picture and they make you unload so you can purchase the picture and then go back down. Of course we bought a picture but there was nothing else to do up there. When we got back down we went over to the Tennessee flyer since I really wanted to do that. The line was pretty long and we waited for an hour. It was easy enough instructions and I took off. It was quite a thrill, not horribly fast but fast enough. I really enjoyed that ride and would do it again if the line wasn't so long. Then we stopped in to Daddy's dogs for lunch. My goodness that was a delicious hot dog! We got the Georgia one which had cream cheese, peaches and some special sauce (no jalapeños for us). It sounds odd but it just works. We watched the ice skating for a bit but we were both scared I'd hurt myself so we went to the ice bumper cars. This was just ok, it was an experience but they were kind of hard to maneuver. At the end of the day we took the tram back down and got to see the other side of the mountain and it wasn't as packed. I think this place would be especially fun for families with little kids, they even have a little snow area for the smaller kids to enjoy. We were glad we went and if we come back again in the winter I want to do the snow tubing. read more

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The upkeep wasn't good. Icy, bumpy, and a bunch of divots. None of the runs were long enough to really get in a groove. Not really worth the price of a ticket. The inside and outside of the resort beside the hill was great! Has good food, ice skating, music, big movie screen, and a bunch of other activities. Overall I think they could do better. read more

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Had a great time with my girls. Have visited Ober for years having grown up in TN, but this time my kids were old enough to enjoy themselves. 1) tubing was fun! Reserve in advance especially on holidays/weekends. There are lockers to stash your stuff in while you tube. Excellent tip of the track guy from 11-12:30 on 1/15! Don't remember his name, but was great! My 7-year old loved the 'record player' spin the best. 2) went ice skating. The girls were not thrilled with the quality of the skates but still skated for about 45 minutes and had fun. 3) check out the wildlife encounter. Small outdoor area with several animals including bobcats and black bears (hibernating during winter). 4) food is overpriced, but just expect tourist/theme park kind of prices and it'll be fine. read more

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Absolutely packed with people. Facility is not equipped to support the seasonal rush. Staff is overworked resulting in rude service all around. If you're going to visit AVOID weekends, holidays, and the weeks leading up to and following holidays. Very gimmicky experience. The otters were the only redeeming quality. read more

When we were planning our trip to Tennessee, I was so unsure of what to do or which snow tubing place to pick. All the snow tubing places were all indoor. Until I found Ober Mountain, we decided to just go see if it will be worth it. And we really we wanted to see some snow. Ober has man made snow. And a huge mountain for skiing. We were super impressed by how much snow there was. They have different packages of activities to do. We chose just the snow tubing. Pricing changes for the week days and weekends. It was well worth it. We went on a week day where it wasn't as busy. We will definitely come back and check out the skiing packages. This a great place for couples, singles or families. read more

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The trip up and back in the tramcar was made more enjoyable by Luke, who was quite humorous and fun to listen to. The people at the attraction were kind and happy to help in all of my interactions, and I will return again with my family. read more

We enjoyed the trip up the ski lift. The staff on the mountain was awesome and seem enthusiastic about their jobs. We enjoy the mountain coaster. Go if I went back I would definitely make sure I went there earlier in the day. Also, we did not get the Snow tube pass. I will get that next time. I did not expect it to be a real ice rink, but it was. That was cool. read more

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Gondola was pretty cool. Went skiing after a good snowfall. Expensive but fun. Won't be back due to cost but it was a good experience.

Ober Mountain was such a fun time! From the snow tubbing to the ski lifts and snowboarding, we really enjoyed our time. Staff were pretty helpful throughout it all but I do wish the locker situation and snowboarding steps were better explained to help from walking all around but overall, very good experience. Will definitely go back! read more

Not worth the money whatsoever. Half of the attractions were closed with no warning. When we asked why they said because of staffing. No discount offered for half the activities being unavailable either. Everything is very small and run down. We weren't expecting it to be like a five star facility but thought it was nicer than this. Only two of the eateries were open. Some of the stores were closed. The ice rink is crowded with only 15 people on the ice. The bumper cars are an absolute joke. Over all very disappointing waste of $200. Do not recommend. read more

It was more fun 30yrs ago. We were just there on November 18th and all we saw was workers preparing for the Thanksgiving/Christmas holiday. Mountain slides were also inoperable. The chair lift is new. Great view of tree stumps below if your into that sort of thing. Wildlife habitat was a sad sight to see. Those "rescued" animals need to be set free. Total waste of $ for me and my bride. They should charge for what is actually operating!!! Not for all the BS that's broken or unfinished. read more

We had so much fun! The chair lift, coaster, bumper cars, and carousel were fantastic! The brisket was delightful! What a fun day!