Immerse yourself in nature at our award-winning mountaintop adventure park.
About Anakeesta
About Anakeesta
Anakeesta is an award-winning mountaintop adventure park rising 600 feet above downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Spread across 90+ acres of Smoky Mountain forest, Anakeesta pairs sweeping views with treetop adventures, family dining, and year-round events—designed for easy, memory-making days in the Smokies.
What You’ll Find On the Mountain
- AnaVista Tower: View downtown Gatlinburg’s highest point with 360° views, see-through glass flooring, and mountain peak markers to spot Mt. LeConte and beyond.
- Treetop Skywalk: Walk over 1,000 feet across 16 hanging bridges, suspended 50–60 feet in the air among the trees.
- Coasters & Zipline: We offer Hellbender and Rail Runner mountain coasters, plus a Dueling Zipline Tour with 2,600+ feet of side-by-side lines and guided rappels.
- Vista Gardens & Trails: Enjoy botanical pathways, forest loops, and overlooks for unhurried time in nature.
- Astra Lumina: A nighttime walk with light, projection, and sound across the mountain.
- Play Areas: Our play areas include BirdVenture with three large birdhouses, 12 activity zones, and seven serpentine slides; Treehouse Adventure; TreeVenture challenge course; and Gem Mining.
- Food & Shops: Anakeesta has thirteen dining options—from quick bites to sit-down—and six shops featuring locally inspired goods.
Coming Soon to Anakeesta
Beginning Spring 2026, Anakeesta’s multi-year, $100-million “Making More Magic” expansion debuts with the following changes:
- Crystal Express (New Gondola Lift): In the spring of 2026, Anakeesta is installing a new high-speed gondola with 56 glass-bottom cabins that have 6 seats each, making it easy for families to ride together!
- Firefly Village: Our Firefly Village has been reimagined with winding pathways, water features, gathering spaces, and a new overlook.
- Treetop Skywalk: The Treetop Skywalk will be elevated with expanded bridges, canopy pathways, and soaring towers.
- Fall 2026: Anakeesta is bringing a year-round, immersive Firefly Experience to Anakeesta!
- In 2027: Phase 2 of our expansion project will add new thrill rides, dining, and additional attractions.
Anakeesta's Mission and Values
Making More Magic is about more than new attractions. It is about how we imagine and shape spaces that feel timeless, purposeful, and alive with wonder. These guiding principles define the foundation of everything we create at Anakeesta.
- Exploration: We believe every space should spark curiosity and invite discovery. From the way you arrive on the mountain to the paths you wander, our designs encourage boldness, wonder, and the joy of stepping into something new.
- Harmony: Growth only matters if it feels true to its place. Our expansion blends natural beauty with thoughtful design, honoring the Smoky Mountains, uplifting Gatlinburg, and creating balance between tradition and innovation.
- Legacy: What we build today becomes the memories of tomorrow. Every new space is designed to foster connection, preserve the magic of the Smokies, and create experiences that families will cherish for generations.
