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One of the most scenic ways to view the Smoky Mountains is from high above! Nothing shows off the vast natural beauty of the Smokies quite like a bird’s eye view! The good news is that there are several rides in Pigeon Forge that allow you to see the Smokies from this unique vantage point. Soar through the skies aboard these 5 rides in Pigeon Forge:

1. Monster Swing

One of several thrilling rides at the Mountain Monster attraction in Pigeon Forge, Monster Swing is the biggest, most incredible swing you’ve likely ever been on! Passengers take a 2-person elevator to the top of the swing, enjoying views of the Smokies along the way as excitement for what’s to come builds. At the top, you’ll get into a secure dive cart. When the platform opens, you’re tilted down and free fall to the ground 200 feet below! The momentum of the ride swings you back and forth over a water feature while enjoying the unbeatable views!

2. Wild Eagle at Dollywood

wild eagle roller coaster at dollywoodTake flight aboard Wild Eagle at Dollywood! One of the most loved roller coasters at the Pigeon Forge theme park, Wild Eagle towers 21 stories into the air. This ride is America’s first wing coaster, carrying passengers through plenty of twists and turns as your feet dangle from the ride, creating a feeling of actual flight! Just one trip on this roller coaster and you’ll understand why it’s one of the top rides in Pigeon Forge!

3. The Flying Ox

The Flying Ox is a roller coaster AND zipline all in 1 incredible ride! This first-of-its-kind attraction at Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud Adventure Park carries you on a free fall journey above Lumberjack Square as your feet dangle below! This cable-to-rail zipline coaster reaches 80 feet into the air as part of a 1,000-foot ride that features plenty of drops and turns along the way.

4. The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel

great smoky mountain wheel at night at the islandSome of the most picturesque views in the Smoky Mountains can be found 200 feet above The Island in Pigeon Forge! The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel is a ferris wheel attraction that takes visitors on a scenic journey that offers views of the nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Glass gondolas that seat up to 8 people allow you to take it all in alongside your family and friends.

5. Ski Lift Shootout Coaster

Ski Lift Shootout Coaster at Rowdy Bear’s Smoky Mountain Snowpark is the first-ever Alpine Flyer in North America! Sit alongside a friend on this suspended coaster that swings, dips and soars around Rowdy Bear! But, that’s not all. You’ll have a laser gun for the ride that you use to aim at 50 different targets along the way, seeing how many you can hit! Can you focus enough to steady your aim? That’s the challenge!

Experience the Smokies from a different viewpoint as you soar through the skies on these thrilling rides in Pigeon Forge! After all this adventure, you’ll need somewhere comfortable to rest your head at night. Explore our Pigeon Forge hotel rooms and start planning your trip today!