Pigeon Forge Attractions

When we visited the area in 2026 for our annual spring break, we visited the newest Ripley’s attraction in the area – the Ripley’s Illusion Lab.

In other posts in the Gatlinburg section for the Ripley’s attractions, we mention getting the combo passes. On their website, you get a better deal by purchasing a combo ticket if you plan to do a few of their activities. All of the combo passes include the Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies – then venture out from there with different options for you to choose from.

The Ripley’s Illusion Lab is one of those options. This seemingly is a smaller offering but still packed with exhibits and interactive things to do.

Overall, we spent around 45 minutes at the location exploring the various items they had available. The attraction has many picture opportunities with backdrops that will make you do a double-take.

Phone: 865-277-4710
Address: 1950 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Website: https://www.ripleys.com/attractions/ripleys-illusion-lab-pigeon-forge

One stop – two activities at Lost Mine Mountain Coaster & Mini Golf!

This location is right off Teaster Ln to the north of The Island.

One thing that stands out about their mountain coaster – it is themed like a mine train. Just like at some of the theme parks, there are buildings and western-like scenery on your mountain coaster ride. The mountain coaster also offers some sights of the Pigeon Forge area as you control the speed of descent.

After enjoying a ride on the coaster – or before the coaster – go through a round of their mini golf! There is no shortage of mini golf establishments in the area – because it is a great activity for small kids up to adults.

Lost Mine Mountain Coaster & Mini Golf does offer a discount on pricing if you choose to do both activities.

Phone: 865-280-0089
Address: 2509 Teaster Ln, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Website: https://www.lostmine.com/

The Rocky Top Mountain Coaster is a coaster that is close to Dollywood on Veterans Blvd. They note that they are the longest mountain coaster in the state of Tennessee.

Rocky Top Mountain Coaster also offers some additional discounts on their website to check out. One of them is a second ride on the coaster for half price. They also have a combination pass that includes rides at a few other local attractions. Bundle and save!

Well.. it is a mountain coaster. There are several in this area and they all have different layouts – but otherwise I consider them all to be the same type of experience. Ride at night to see all of the lights on the tracks.

Each mountain coaster has a different view it offers.

Phone: 865-453-0033
Address: 2940 Veterans Blvd, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Website: https://www.rockytopcoaster.com/

The Pigeon Forge Gem Mine is right next to one of the most well-known souvenir shops in Pigeon Forge – Three Bears General Store.

Whether you go to Pigeon Forge Gem Mine first – or Three Bears, both will give you some “retail therapy” in the same parking lot.

There are several gem mine establishments in the area – the Pigeon Forge Gem Mine is similar to the others. They offer different buckets of sand that you purchase – and then sift through to uncover the gems! However, Pigeon Forge Gem Mine stands out a bit – with an option to choose a bucket to mine fossils.

There are many other rocks, gems, and crystals available for purchase at the store.

Phone: 865-453-4733
Address: 2865 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
Website: http://www.pfgemmine.com/

Skyland Ranch opened in November of 2022 and it is on the northern end of Pigeon Forge – with a Sevierville address.

Sometimes, there are Groupon options available to save some money on your visit to this locally owned attraction.

Like many other attractions in the area, Skyland Ranch has a scenic chairlift that takes you to the top to enjoy the main park area. The park also boasts a mountain coaster called The Wild Stallion along with a swinging tower ride – the Wagonwheeler Swinging Tower.

Miniature animal encounters are part of the day along with some trails and scenic overlook decks. Gem mining, occasional live entertainment, a bakery, an outdoor grill/restaurant, and more all await for you at Skyland Ranch.

Phone: 865-737-2624
Address: 1620 Parkway, Sevierville, TN 37862
Website: https://www.skylandranch.com/