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Ziplines, ATV rides and jeep tours in the Smokies

Outdoor adventure tours fill a half day and are some of the best-rated activities in the area. Here is how they compare.

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Prices below were listed on GetYourGuide and Viator in November 2026 and are per person unless noted.

Ziplines

TourDurationFrom
Gatlinburg: MegaZip zipline2 hours$84
Sevierville: Smoky Mountains zipline near Pigeon Forge1.5 hours$100
Sevierville: Extreme mountain zip lining2 hours$109
Sevierville: 7-line zipline tour3 hours$112
Gatlinburg: Mountaintop zipline (Viator)2 hours$123

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ATV and UTV rides

TourDurationFrom
Pigeon Forge: Guided off-road ATV adventure75 minutes$87
Gatlinburg: Street-legal UTV rental (Viator)Varies$190 per group
Pigeon Forge: Off-road UTV tour, 4-seater2 hours$383 per group (up to 4)

Book an ATV ride

Guided off-road rides in the foothills.

Jeep tours

TourDurationFrom
Roaring Fork area jeep tour2.5 hours$99
Newfound Gap jeep tour3 hours$99
Foothills Parkway jeep tour3 hours$99

Coasters and other thrills

The Rocky Top Mountain Coaster starts at $18 for a 30-minute ride, and outdoor zorbing at $37, per GetYourGuide.

Tips

  • Check weight and age limits before booking ziplines.
  • ATV rides are muddy; bring a change of clothes.
  • Book morning slots in summer to avoid afternoon storms.