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    SkyLand Ranch

    3.6 (92 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Bootiful
    Robert H.

    A good stop. + Pricing structure. General admission includes the Skyride, giant swing, lookout tower, entertainment. They do not build the coaster price in. You may however gaze upon the coaster from the skyride and see it is something that you want to do, as we did, and add it on. + Miniature horses up top. + Staff all friendly + Nice crowd, no line cutting, mayhem seeking city types. + Gorgeous views.

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    Aria I.

    I had an amazing time with my family I definitely recommend this place 10/10 The sky lyft was insane even a little scary for myself if your scared of heights I don't recommend but one of my favorite family attraction in the area

    Looking down to Gatlinburg
    steve e.

    The ski lift will get your attention on the way up, feels like you're going almost straight up, the views from the lift are amazing. After getting up top there is plenty of views from multiple seating areas. Along with that, there are many trails and paths you can walk on. The Skybridge is fantastic. Close to 700' end to end with the highest point from the ground below is close to 150'. To add to the walk around the bride is a glass area to look down and just really see how far you are from the ground. It's fun just to watch many people change their stride, grab on the cable just a bit harder and slowly walk around the glass

    Terri M.

    This was my second time coming here to try the speciality menu and milkshakes. The prices were pretty extreme.. with military discount it was $86 for 2 people, This included chair lift to the top and one coaster ride. I also spent over $70 on food that was way overpriced. So some of the seasonal food/dessert is strictly on Friday and Saturdays and some after 5pm. So I am afraid of heights and they didn't say anything about them having a shuttle. I was freaking out, trying to close my eyes on the chair lift because it was very high and it kept stopping which made things worse. Once up there, there wasnt too too much stuff to do. There was a little shop, bbq booth, cafe/bakery, animals and a place you can walk up around to get a scenery view. The mexican corn is not mexican corn it was just corn with a drizzle of sour cream and paprika.. nothing mexican about it. The corn ball things were very good it was like jack cheese inside. The apple dessert was very tasty. I was told that the pizza was good. I had the smokehouse sandwich and it was tasty, just make sure you take a tums because you will be burping it up all day. I asked an employee if there was another way to get down because I wasn't going to ride the chair down again. The coaster was by far the best part, but only got 1 ride and it was about 5-6 minutes long. They need to work on their pricing big time.

    Beautiful sunset
    Maria J.

    We were in town celebrating our 3yro birthday. We visited the Ranch two days in a row for the coaster. There seemed to be lots of other add ons and experiences you can pay for additional fees. My toddler loved the coaster, most of the staff were friendly and welcoming. I love that if kids are the acceptable height, they can ride with an adult on the car. We enjoyed the coaster at night as well, though many of their lights need maintenance and are completely out. You will pay a premium, tourist price but it's comparable to other coasters in the area. A big take away is that a member of the crew boarding us on the coaster on our second visit made me and my daughter very uncomfortable. He continuously got in her face once strapped in trying to talk to her, calling her sweetie, princess, saying she's shy this that and another. When my husband had her in his car, he didn't say a word to her. He also wouldn't start the ride because he kept trying to get a reaction or something out of her. It was extremely creepy and uncomfortable. There was zero awareness of reading the room and being professional.

    Yvette A.

    Such a great place to visit. The hayride was my favorite. Was given so much info regarding the animals. Bri our tour guide was amazing!!!!! Overall a great time and educational. Will be back!

    Mountain coaster
    Tiffany R.

    Great entertainment! Great bluegrass music! Loved the whip cracking show! So many sights to enjoy! Loved the mountain coaster!

    Katie S.

    This was a beautiful place and very well decorated but was definitely not worth the price. The food at the cafe was mid but expensive, there really wasn't a lot to do at the top besides one ride and walking up the viewing platform. There were few animals and we missed a few because they weren't advertised anywhere. Anakeesta is a better use of your time and money overall.

    Taz D.

    The SkyLand Ranch was a nice place. 3 adults and two children under 3 went. We enjoyed the SkyRide lift; and the kids both enjoyed petting the cow and taking pictures with the cow. My expectations were really high for this place of business; and I came back extremely disappointed. We had pictures done with the cow and my husband's Great Uncle's face was really dark in the picture. It didn't turn out well at all. So that money was basically wasted. The photographer should have noticed right away and asked if we could take his hat off or push it up higher to see his face clearer. I expected to have some kind of petting place for kids, but all I saw were animals in cages with water spraying on them and water to drink and that's it. No one was there tending to them. Then we went to the playground area for kids, and because it was a hot day, the kids couldn't really go down on the slides because it was really hot. My kids were too young to go on any other rides and they didn't really want to walk around anywhere. All in all, I most definitely would not come back here.

    David H.

    The best value attraction in the Smokies! It's incredibly fun at a great price. We love that you can go for 3 straight days.

    Mountain Coster
    Bjana C.

    We had a blast on the mountain coaster! You're able to control the speed and stop if need too! It's super smooth!

    Kelly G.

    Highly manufactured experience that seems like false advertising . It's advertised as an amusement park but....it's ..not. Here's my impression : some developer bought some hilly land and threw some poor animals up on said hill , laid some FAKE grass down and put up a store full of overpriced and low quality China produced goods and added some food trucks . This developer then expects you - the consumer - to pay to get up the hill either by chair lift or shuttle so that you can then buy their China products and highly processed , fast food . They say they have entertainment shows but we are literally sitting here now at 11:45 for an 11am "western show" that has yet to occur . Oh and none of the employees know why the 11am show hasn't happened . They say there's supposed to be live music . Nothing . The employees don't seem to be able to answer basic questions nor do they seem to enjoy being here. Also , the barn is closed and the few animals they have look depressed . They have the poor animals on fake grass and black tarps . Down by the mountain coaster loading area they have them on dirt/rocks with no shade and barely any grass. They do have a "mountain coaster." If you've never ridden one , basically riders sit in a cart, similar to a bobsled, that is attached to a fixed track. Mountain coasters use the natural elevation of the area and gravity to transport riders down the mountain. The mountain coaster was the only thing that was entertaining for our group . Buying a ticket up the hill does not get you access to the mountain coaster . It was an additional cost to ride it . They do take a photo of you mid ride on the mountain coaster but don't think of pulling your phone out to snap a pic of the proof in the gift shop . I noticed they had someone standing by the photos shaming anyone that had a cell phone out lol . I could not figure out the value in the price of admission because there does not seem to be anything to do once on the hill other than eat & shop . Make it make sense . The business seemed new so perhaps they will improve the experience . However , they should lower the admission price while they work out the kinks.

    Lil' Sebastian? Maybe.
    Boyle W.

    I think... I don't understand this place. Inevitably, it would seem this spot is not for me. It is billed as a theme park - there is a chairlift (fun!) that takes you up to the ranch. There are sitting and picnic areas, a couple of miniature horse pens, a snack shop, a gift shop, and a skywalk of sorts that leads to views across the Sevierville region. They were definitely still expanding the area. I could see the construction vehicles clearing new areas and the mock food trucks were still in development. The sitting and picnic areas occasionally brought out some live entertainment (lassos, singing, whips, etc). There were some outdoor games, firepits, and rocking chairs. But what is value for the price of admission? The views? A place to sit? Maybe if there were more animals? It's strange because it's really in the middle of a resort/tourist town. You can head over to the Island of Pigeon Forge (no admittance cost) or spend $$$ at Dollywood. I don't understand it's identity here. If it were in the middle of nowhere, it would succeed (right?), but there plenty of other places to sit and spend $ at a gift store. I think Anakeesta is one other place that sort of competes in their space. I've never been to Anakeesta, but it seems like their angle is more gardens and stuff like that. I know the passes are multi-day, but I can't spend all that time here - I have the rest of this tourist town to visit! The staff, as others have mentioned, are all very nice though. The mountain coaster - one of the newest in the area - is pretty fun though! However, you don't need to access the ranch to ride.

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    Sweetwater Valley Farm

    Sweetwater Valley Farm

    4.6
    (66 reviews)
    47.3 mi
    $$

    Very tasty chicken salad sandwich for only $7! Cute gift store with handmade goods. The cheese…read morelooked very high quality and fresh in cheese shop. The employees greeted me with a smile. This is a great stop!

    This is the kind of place where your healthy alter ego stays buckled up in the car--and you waltz…read morein guilt-free, ready to eat like it's your birthday. Their cheese selection? Chef's kiss. We sampled a few, and the views while snacking were straight out of a postcard--peaceful, pretty, and perfect for pretending you're in a cheese commercial. Whatever you do, don't skip the Café. It's in this gorgeous, huge old barn that's been lovingly renovated into a temple of ooey-gooey grilled cheese goodness. It's basically sacred ground for sandwich lovers. Grilled cheese is their thing, and oh boy, do they do it justice. My husband went for the Smoked Bologna, I had The Big Cheese (because... obviously), and our friends followed our lead. No regrets. These sandwiches are THICK, golden, buttery slabs of bread hugging melted cheese like it's a warm embrace from grandma. Pro tip: One whole sandwich is basically a cheesy Everest. My husband took half to go. I, on the other hand, showed no restraint. Dessert? Oh yeah. We shared a chocolate peanut butter shake (sin in a cup), and our friends had the cake batter one--because balance, right? Also, they have a super cute shop where I snagged some Tennessee jams to bring home. Gifts, I said. For others. (Probably.) It's a lovely spot--perfect for a chill picnic with family or friends... or to just sit quietly while your food coma gently sets in.

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    Sweetwater Valley Farm
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    Ballinger Farms

    Ballinger Farms

    5.0
    (1 review)
    23.2 mi

    This is a special fall attraction for the family. The maze is awesome. We were there in the…read moreafternoon, but they have evening hours where you can do the maze with a flashlight. As great as the maze was the, the younger kids had more fun on the in ground trampoline, petting zoo, sitting on the tractors for pictures, the really cool rustic playground, ect. The kids will not run out of things to do. You can purchase simple lunches like hotdogs and burgers but they have outdoor grills so you can bring you own food. The people around us were roasting smores. The vibe was so upbeat and easy going. It is worth a drive from the tourist areas. There is everything down home and nothing commercial, as grand as it is. For $11. each, the kids can do anything they want, as long as they want and pick their own pumpkin. Getting close to Halloween, the pumpkins were a little picked over. But, this place is awesome. No price gouging. It is about 15 minutes from the heart of Pigeon Forge where Magic Quest is. Their facebook page gives more information than their website, along with pictures and videos: https://www.facebook.com/ballingerfarm/ It may be better to call ahead. We were prepared but didn't know they were only accepting cash and check at the time. It sounded like a temporary thing. Luckily, we had money on us. It could have been a bummer for those who didn't know. But, overall, there are not enough nice things to say about Ballinger Farm Corn Maze.

    Grandad's Apples

    Grandad's Apples

    4.4
    (93 reviews)
    72.9 mi

    Such a wonderful evening for us to stumble upon this place! We had no idea it was the lavender…read morefestival/event but we were so pleasantly surprised and excited to explore. Outside, they had vendors setup for a market. The market was adorable and all vendors were so kind. Inside, Grandad's Apples had wonderful snacks, merchandise, and activities. There was you pick sunflowers and lavender, an amazing play space for kids, and a peaceful seating area near the water. I highly recommended stopping by here if you've never been!

    Grandad's Apples is my favorite orchard in the area to visit. It is located in Hendersonville, NC,…read moreand has a good-sized parking lot. It is family-owned and opened back in 1994. You can pick your own apples or select already-picked apples if you want more varieties to select from. They have some already bagged or you can bag your own. I love that they offer apple slices of all the current varieties so you can figure out your favorites. I was surprised I didn't like the sweetest apples but liked the more tart ones. Besides apples, they have pumpkins. The sunflowers were at the end of their life when I was there, but I was glad I got to see them. The gift shop sells cider and other items, and the bakery has pies, cookies, donuts, slushies, and other goodies. Customer service is friendly, and on the weekends, they have other activities to do. But you can walk to the water and enjoy the views.

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    Harvey Family Farm

    Harvey Family Farm

    5.0
    (2 reviews)
    73.9 mi

    I attended with a women's group for a social event. This is a you-pick farm where you can cut as…read moremany flowers as you want to fill your cup. While there, we also did flower pounding to make a beautiful card and envelope (see photos). There was a covered area with tables where we were able to sit, eat snacks, and chat. I also noticed a fire-pit and I'd like to bring my grandkids, let them pick flowers, and then spend time relaxing with a picnic lunch or dinner and roast some marshmallows over the fire. The way it works is you scan the QR code, pick up a cup, fill with water, and grab cutters. You can walk up and down the aisles that have various flowers blooming and pick any you like. If you don't have time to pick, there is a grab and go bouquet in the stand. They are open dawn to dusk April - October. I attended a Christmas in July party this past weekend and we were asked to bring a gift from a local vendor. I brought a gift certificate. The person who opened it didn't want to tell anyone what it was for fear it would be stolen! She wanted it for herself. So, if you enjoy flowers (and your special someone does), check out Harvey Family Farm.

    This is our family's new local gem!! Nestled next to the mountains with beautiful barns and a…read morebeautiful farm of flowers we all fought over a pair of sheers because we all kept finding the flowers we all wanted it was so amazing- next time we'll all grab a pair per person instead of one. There is a self service kiosk with directions on what to do and it's a great value!! I can't wait to use them forever more for my flowers for special occasions and just to have beautiful fresh flowers in my home which brings us joy!!

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    A sweet couple, enjoying picking flowers at Harvey Family Farm
    A sweet couple, enjoying picking flowers at Harvey Family Farm
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    Farmer Jennifer on DayTime TriCities, teaching host, Amy Lynn the basics of flower arranging
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