Perched on a 100-acre farm overlooking the Parkway in Sevierville, Tennessee, SkyLand Ranch brings together classic mountain relaxation, thrilling rides, and hands-on animal encounters. It’s a unique, family-friendly destination where western farm heritage meets modern Smoky Mountain fun.
Whether you're looking for heart-pounding coasters or a peaceful hayride, here is everything you need to know about visiting SkyLand Ranch.
Featured Mountaintop Destination
SkyLand Ranch Sevierville
Experience 360-degree Smoky Mountain views, miniature farm animal encounters, and the Wild Stallion coaster.
🎢 Top Attractions & Thrills
- The Wild Stallion Mountain Coaster: Spanning over 1.25 miles with an 8+ minute ride time, this is the longest mountain coaster in the Southeast. With manual handbrakes, you control your speed up to 35 mph—ride during the day for sweeping views of the Smokies, or at night to take in the city lights.
- Safari Hayride: Climb aboard a covered wagon pulled by a tractor for an interactive journey across the ranch. You'll get nose-to-nose with longhorns, Highland cows, alpacas, sheep, and goats while feeding them right from the wagon!
- WagonWheeler Swing Tower: Soar 300 feet above the Parkway on Tennessee's tallest rotating swing tower, giving thrill-seekers 360-degree panoramic views of the surrounding mountain ranges.
- The Horizon Skyride: Take a scenic chairlift ride to the top of the ranch for breathtaking views of Sevierville and the Great Smoky Mountains.
- Legacy Lookout: Walk along an ADA-accessible, elevated walkway elevated 350 feet above the valley floor to learn about the historic farm while taking in sweeping photo-worthy scenery.
🐂 Animal Encounters & Family Fun
- Miniature Farm Animals: Meet adorable rescue miniature horses, mini donkeys, miniature Highland cows, goats, and piglets strolling around the grounds with knowledgeable handlers.
- Kids' Play Areas: Little ones can burn off energy at the Buckaroo Playbarn or try their hand at gem mining in the sluice.
- Live Wild West Entertainment: Enjoy daily live musical performances, trick roping, line dancing, whip cracking, and cowboy demonstrations.
🍦 Eats, Sweets & Shopping
| Category | Highlights |
|---|---|
| SkyLand Cafe & Bakery | Made-from-scratch cinnamon bread, specialty coffees, artisan ice cream, homemade candies, and pizzas. |
| The Backyard Grill | Casual food trucks serving up loaded mac 'n cheese, specialty burgers, BBQ, and hot dogs. |
| Williford Mercantile | Western wear, farmhouse decor, boutique clothing, toys, and custom Smoky Mountain souvenirs. |
💡 Insider Tips for Your Visit
- 🚘 Free Parking: Unlike many nearby attractions, parking at SkyLand Ranch is completely free.
- 🎟️ Separate Coaster Tickets: You don't need to purchase a full general admission ticket just to ride The Wild Stallion Mountain Coaster—individual coaster passes and combo passes are both available.
- 🚌 Shuttle Options Available: If you're hesitant about heights on the chairlift, open-air safari trucks and shuttle vehicles are available to drive you up the mountain.
- ☀️ Book the Safari Hayride Early: Reserve your time slot in advance during peak travel seasons, as the animal feeding hayrides can fill up fast.