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    3.5 (91 reviews)

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    Daughter waiting for waves. Lifeguards are great on watching people there are 4-5 constantly walking around.
    Mynee F.

    Order tickets, parking, and cabanas on line. EVERYTHING IS MORE EXPENSIVE THERE. We did 2 day passes. Parking was $20 and clam shell was $160 paying at park. The second day parking was $14 and clam shell $99 ordered online. No food or drinks allowed ONLY CLOSED WATER 1 per person allowed. Service is not consistent 1st day we had a server coming to our clam to refresh water and take food orders second day nothing they said they are unable too. I had to show the fine print that states I get a host to serve us. The manager explained they were short staff. I don't feel that's my fault but wanted to enjoy my time and asked for a pitcher to receive water. Luckily my clam shell was near one of their bars so I was able to walk over and get ice and water when needed. Wave pool was my daughter's favorite however long waiting period in between waves. There were MANY slides to keep the family busy and ones that were closed on the first day were back and running the second day. Lazy river you will have to fight for a floaty. They also leave all floaties on the river so even if it's empty it's taking up space. Many food options priced as you would expect for a park. Walking taco was my favorite. If you are coming with a group a recommend get a cabana or at least a clam shell. Free seating is directly under sun with no shade options. ** this is not the park's fault but there are many older men that literally sit "watching" young KIDS not young adults YOUNG KIDS. I'm taking 8 to 14 years old it disgusted me **

    Kyle M.

    Great park. Found it to be very family friendly and clean. They had some very good blast coasters that were a lot of fun. Wave pool had large waves that were a lot of fun as well. Plenty of places to sit and relax

    Patty W.

    We had so much fun! We took advantage of the $10 off by going on a Monday and it saved us 40 bucks that we used towards food and drinks throughout the day. There is a twenty dollar charge for parking, so it's a good and not so good thing on how you look at it. Some of our favorite slides were the Edge and Avalaunch. We tubed fast through them and went on them a couple times. It's a hike up the stairs and it's all worth it in the end. The Soaky Surge and Black Bear Rapids has a wave pool and a lazy river. There is something to do if you don't want to relax for a few minutes. I had a grilled chicken Caesar salad for lunch. It was huge! I enjoyed it and cooled off with some Powerade. The lunch break was nice to recharge before we got back into the water for the rest of the day. The lifeguards were everywhere you looked and it was a peace of mind knowing that they were doing what they were suppose to since the water can be dangerous if not cautious. The wait wasn't long for the rides. There are specials you can take advantage of by looking on the website to see what would be the best one for you.

    Had such an amazing time here today!! shout out to my girl lily Steven's for being very sweet and kind for showing me where the lazy river was instead of trying to describe it. And also shout out to life guard Dominic D for acting so fast to jump in the wave pool to save a kid without any hesitate. Also gotta try the Philly cheesesteak nachos! Definitely a great place to bring your family or friends, great reliable staff and amazing food

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    Very fun place to go with kids. Line were not long for us but I could see a busy day could be.

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    Amazing waterpark! So clean and amazing rides. Taco truck is delicious!! Lifeguard team seem so attentive and ready for anything!

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    Thanks for your feedback Shannon. Glad to hear we wore your kids out.

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    It was fun but people drown in the wave pool a lot. Every time I went I went I had a great time and the food and staff are great!

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    Wilderness At the Smokies - Wet bar + Gaming room. We played a lot of pool. :)

    Wilderness At the Smokies

    2.5(481 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Great family resort , onsite water park, you really never have to leave the resort and Soaky…read moreMountain is directly across the street

    We enjoyed our time at Wilderness at the Smokies. We did get a group rate as we were attending a…read morehardware show so the cost for us may have been lower. We stayed at the hotel that is connected to the indoor water park. Upon arrival we had a lot of trouble checking in. It took us over an hour to get things straight and the lady at the service desk almost gave us a room that was reserved by someone else. She still didn't give us the correct rate and my husband had to spend another thirty minutes when we checked out so that was annoying. The water park was very clean and fun. I will say that some lifeguards enforce rules while others don't. Also our grandson purchased a water canon in their store and then was told that he could not use it at the pool so be aware that toys are not allowed in the waterpark area. We enjoyed the arcade and I would suggest going between 8 AM and 10 AM when the arcade is half price. For the most part we went out and got food because the waterpark resturaunts are expensive. We did eat one day at The Swimmin' Chicken and the food was very good! Please note that the hotel can get loud as you may hear kids running up and down the halls and babies crying when you are trying to sleep. We did have tickets for the big outdoor water park but we never went to it. I would give this 3.5 stars but I am rounding up.

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    Dollywood's Splash Country - One of our spacious Retreats or cozy Canopies can offer the ultimate getaway during your next Dollywood's Splash Country visit.

    Dollywood's Splash Country

    3.7(157 reviews)
    7.4 mi

    I came here with my wife and 4 year old and it was a great time!…read more We came right at opening on a random weekday and the line to get in was still pretty long. Parking was a little expensive at $25, but I kind of expected that. Luckily for us, most of the people entering the park were going to Dollywood and not Splash Country, so we got to park our car near the entrance and didn't have to wait long at all to get inside. Importantly, my son was free because of a pre-K voucher that they were offering, which was very cool. We started off our trip with Big Bear Plunge, and it was a pretty decent water slide. We then hit up the splash pad before journeying into the wave pool, where we spent most of our time :) My son really liked the waves! It got a little boring for me, but whatever. It was sometimes challenging to find a tube for my son to ride in (it felt like a free-for-all!) but we managed to secure one most of the time. We wanted to ride Big Bear Plunge one more time before we left, but by that time the line was exceedingly long and our 4 year old was definitely not going to wait, so we just peaced out. The food was OK but not great, as expected. I liked that they offered complimentary water for everyone, since it was quite hot. Overall, we had a great time and would definitely come back!

    Splash Country and Dollywood lack adequate handicap accessible parking. Instead of creating more…read morehandicap accessible parking, they blocked all the surrounding spots off and marked them as $55 "preferred parking". Or $45 if you are a diamond pass holder. Once you're inside it is so overcrowded you will not have time to do much unless you pay $55-$70 for a fast pass. Some lines had a 70 minute wait. Then the bathrooms were horrible, I bet Dolly wouldn't use them!! I was only here because I have a 2 park season pass but these kids will not get me back to this water park. Yall can have it. I'll stick to the theme park.

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    Country Cascades Waterpark Resort - Arcade

    Country Cascades Waterpark Resort

    3.4(106 reviews)
    6.6 mi

    This was the perfect spot for a weekend getaway for our young kids…read more The first day was super packed, so I'm going to guess this place does get pretty busy, but most of the time it was pretty dead. Note there are no in room coffee makers or microwaves. We brought our own coffee maker, but the microwave was all the way down the hallway which was inconvenient. Overall, you get what you pay for, and this place is definitely worth the money!

    We visited during the off season, right after New Year's Day, and the waterpark wasn't open because…read moreit's an outdoor waterpark. So this review is for everything except the waterpark. Country Cascades Waterpark Resort is an extremely family-friendly hotel in Pigeon Forge. From the moment we checked in until we left, we were surrounded by friendly people who made sure my family was comfortable and had lots of fun. This hotel has themed suites for families! We stayed in one of their treehouse suites, which has two sets of themed twin bunk beds, as well as a king-sized bed in the main sleeping area. The twin bunk bed area had night lights and a TV in the treehouse nook. My kids were delighted to find a treasure hunt inside our room: a safe full of goodies that they could only unlock once they found all of the clues around the room. We probably could have spent the whole day just having fun inside Country Cascades, even without the waterpark. Inside the resort, there is a bowling alley, arcade, rock climbing wall, gemstone mining, and a gift shop where you can build your own stuffed animal. Kids' activities happen throughout the day, so there's always something to participate in. Plus, the hotel has its own ice cream parlor, pizza restaurant, candy and popcorn shop, coffee shop and breakfast restaurant. Not to mention the waterpark, when you visit during the summer months. Country Cascades is an all-in-one place to stay and play. Country Cascades has its own breakfast restaurant in-house called Granny Cluckets. There's no menu -- instead, the restaurant serves a "family-style" all-you-care-to-eat breakfast skillet, and the table shares all of the food. You're served a big skillet of scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage links, country potatoes, waffles, and biscuits and gravy. Orange juice, water and coffee are also part of the breakfast. One serving is a lot of food for a family of four, but if you're very hungry, you can ask for more and they will give you more. We ate breakfast at the hotel restaurant each morning, and we all agreed that it was a good breakfast. The room was very clean, and although they don't do a full room service, they do take out the trash and replace your towels each day without you having to ask. The one thing that was irksome is that the gym in the hotel is just a treadmill, a stationary bike, and a weight machine. It's very small, and also, they don't allow access to the gym until 7 a.m. That's late for a person like me who needs to rise and grind before her family wakes up! Oh well. I made do, but it would have been nice to at least have an elliptical and 24-hour access.

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    Water slides are fun here for the kids and family!

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    Dollywood - Experience great southern cooking at Front Porch Cafe.

    Dollywood

    3.9(1.6k reviews)
    7.4 mi
    $$

    To say we were excited about our trip to Dollywood is an understatement. I am a single mom of four…read morewho doesn't often get to take vacations. I'm also a cancer patient who doesn't know how many vacations that she has left in this lifetime. So, when someone offered us a chance to take this trip, we were over the moon and jumped at the chance. So writing this review is quite painful. I've always heard that Dollywood employees are the best so I was expecting kindness and helpfulness, but I was mostly disappointed. I want to start this review by saying that I could not do what the employees at Dollywood do all day in the blistering heat. They have to deal with people all day long and people can be unpleasant on a good day and vicious on a bad day. I deal with people in my job and it can be difficult. I know and I sympathize. It started when I had to rent a mobility scooter. Trust me, I hated having to rent that blasted thing, but I had a cancer treatment two days before our visit and my treatment can zap the energy right out of me. So, I went to rent a scooter even though I was embarrassed to have to do so. The young lady behind the counter was unfriendly and unprofessional. I was surprised really by her complete lack of kindness. She never once even cracked a smile and her behavior at my questions was rude. I was also disappointed at the employees lack of help when you asked for directions. We only had a day in the park and we had some specific things that we wanted to accomplish. When asked for directions, the employees were short with me and seemed annoyed that we even asked. I ceased asking employees and began asking other park goers. They were kind and helpful. Then there was the candy store near the train depot. The gentleman behind the candy counter was amazing. He was friendly and encouraging. Just when I thought we wouldn't find any employees up to park standards, he showed up and with his sunny disposition really brought a bright spot to our day. Then, my hopes were instantly dissolved when we checked out at the register. The female employee at the register was utterly rude and blatantly disrespectful. I was shocked and wanted to match her energy, but I didn't want to set a bad example for my kids. Also, the kindly gentleman was right next to her and I just didn't want to cause a scene. Also, the employees who deal with people with disabilities on the rides just treated us like we were an imposition. That's just not the way you treat people who are already struggling. Most people who have a disability would do anything to be normal. I know I would have loved to have not known this information about the employees who help people with disabilities. I believe some sensitivity training is in order for all the employees who come in contact with people with disabilities. We already feel like a burden and we HATE it. There were some employees that went above and beyond which is the reason I didn't give a one star review. I've already spoken of the gentleman at the candy store. He needs a raise. There was the sweet young man in the jewelry booth by the Mystery Mine ride. He was an absolute gem and was so helpful. There was a sweet young lady at Miss Lillian's where we ate. Two of my kiddos have severe food allergies. It makes it difficult to find food that won't land us in the ER. This young lady went out of her way to make sure that our food wasn't contaminated by allergens and she even found chips for my son who couldn't have the other side dishes. Bravo to her!!! She deserves a gold star, a crown, and a wand. Also the tram conductors were fabulous They were funny, kind, and helpful. Whoever trained those guys needs to train EVERYONE in the park. The employees involved in the Dollywood Express were another standout. They were kind, hilarious, entertaining, and really did help to make the day memorable especially for my son who has a popular YouTube channel about trains. It wasn't all bad, but there were enough disappointments to prompt me to write this review. I really hated writing something negative. I absolutely adore Dolly Parton. She is one of my heroes. I feel terrible for saying anything negative about something associated with her. I'm hoping this review will encourage some additional training for employees who deal with people with disabilities. Those people sitting in the mobility scooters could be on their last vacation and you could make all the difference.

    We've done Disney, we've done Universal, and Dollywood holds its own with both of them in ways that…read moresurprised us. The scale is different but the experience is just as memorable and in some ways more personal. The coaster lineup is legitimately impressive. Big Bear Mountain is the longest in the park and a great ride for the whole family. Lightning Rod is one of the fastest wooden coasters in the world. Wild Eagle gives you incredible views of the Smoky Mountains from the top. Dragonflier in Wildwood Grove is perfect if you have younger kids who want in on the fun. The new NightFlight Expedition that opened in 2026 is a unique indoor hybrid coaster and river raft ride that works in any weather, a great addition. Beyond the rides the park has real soul to it. Live Appalachian music playing throughout, craftspeople demonstrating woodworking and glassblowing, the Dolly Parton Experience museum, seasonal festivals and theater performances at the Back Porch Theater. You could skip the rides entirely and still have a full day. The cleanliness here is consistently remarked on and it's earned. Every corner of the park is well maintained and the staff are the friendliest we've encountered at any theme park anywhere. Go on a weekday if you can, weekends get packed. Buy tickets in advance. Wear comfortable shoes. Worth every mile of the drive from the Carolinas.

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    Dollywood's DreamMore Resort

    Dollywood's DreamMore Resort

    4.2(218 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$$

    Wonderful upscale resort nestled in the Great Smokey Mountains. The amenities are superb and the…read morefood at their restaurant is delicious! The hotel is GORGEOUS and styled so well. Upon our arrival we were greeted by friendly staff that helped us check in and arranged to have our baggage taken up to our room. They do offer valet parking and complementary self parking. They have an indoor pool, outdoor pool, fire pits, arcade, gym, spa, and even complementary s'mores in the evening. The service and staff were all wonderful! You get free preferred parking at Dollywood and timesavers for everyone in your party. 5/5 Star experience - we will 100% stay here next time we are in the area.

    Earlier this year, my friend and I stayed at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort in Pigeon Forge and I'll…read moresum up my experience - short and sweet: genuine southern hospitality. The resort is in the mountains, a few minutes from Dollywood. It's clean and rustic but elegant - think Dolly Parton's style and touch. It's family oriented so it's cozy, not really flashy. I bet during the holidays (now) placed is decked out. Kudos to the staff. From checking in, to dining all the way the family activities (smores), everyone was friendly, helpful and genuinely warm making people feel welcome. Service wasn't feigned or scripted - it was real and even when it was busy, the staff took care of business. Room was comfortable and clean. Not extravagant - think Southern charm. Bathroom wasn't cramped, water pressure good and temperature nice and hot. Quiet (we had a corner room) and we couldn't hear anything. Not even when neighbors opening or closing their door. Even had a workspace if you were working while you were supposed to be on vacation. Amenities included shuttle to and from the park. Pool and Spa (didn't partake). Went to the bar/restaurant - see other review and an on site convenience store. Free parking. I'm sure there are more but that's just all that comes to mind because we were for the park. That's also in another review. Anyway - to sum it up, it's not quite a luxury resort - but a place that offers heartfelt comfort wrapped in Southern Hospitality. If you know Dolly's story, it kinda captures her spirit - warm, sincere and touches of joy. It's a definite "yes" if I needed to pick a place to stay when back in that area, even if I weren't going to the park.

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    Main and only restaurant

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    Dollywood's DreamMore Resort

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    Club Wyndham Smoky Mountains

    Club Wyndham Smoky Mountains

    3.0(111 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$$

    4.5 stats for sure! What a great place to stay with a big family when you want the flexibility to…read morecook and have some nights in, rather than be crammed in a hotel. We had 5 adults in a 2 bedroom and tons of space to spare, it definitely could have handled the full 8 person capacity. The kitchen was stocked with everything we could possibly need. The beds were comfy, and our unit was clearly remodled recently. The in unit laundry was amazing! I brought jetted tub cleaner, but was surprised when I ran it, it was already really clean! We loved our time at the pool, seeing the Dollywood fireworks from our balcony, and sunsets from the upper floor trash area at the west facing buildings (dont knock it till you try it!) Side note: We aren't owners, so I was worried about high pressure check-ins like I read about, but it was fine. Apparently 2 years ago they were bought by Travel & Leisure and changed tactics. They offered free tickets to attend an info session, I said no thank you and they gave me the keys. They have a great texting based system for updates and everything you need (like towels, dishwasher tablets, etx.) and they were super fast in responding! We had an amazing week! We did a mix of everything and it was nice being right on the edge of everything in Pigeon Forge and 30 mins from Gatlinburg. Honestly I only held back the 5th star because we did have a pretty big black bug run through, but we were on a 1st floor room, which is actually downstairs and there was a visible gap under our door that it likely ran in (we are backed up to woods, and thats what I choose to believe). I sent them a note that they really need weather stripping!

    So we have been to quite a few club wyndhams. This by far is on the bottom of the list. We had…read morefruit flies bad when we checked into our room. They came & sprayed which did nothing. The clubhouse would be great , but total ass holes were running a muck and the poor staff couldn't do anything. Then in the indoor pool had a couple of whales who were running and cannonballing into pool. Which I didn't allow my kids to be jerks. We ended up leaving. It's not enjoyable getting soaked. And if I wanted to be splashed like that I would have went to sea world. Again the employees were sorry, but said there was nothing they could do. The put put was a joke and not convenient to the club house for balls and clubs. The coffee is the worst!!!

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    Ober Gatlinburg

    Ober Gatlinburg

    2.5(805 reviews)
    13.2 mi

    I visited Ober Mountain in early January of this year and spent 2 days enjoyng activities…read more 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.

    We visited Ober Mountain and had a really fun and memorable experience as a family. We had already…read morepurchased 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!

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    Ober Gatlinburg - The top of the scenic sky chair lift.

    The top of the scenic sky chair lift.

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    Soaky Mountain Waterpark - waterparks - Updated September 2026

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