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Horseback Riding Near Gatlinburg

There are so many great ways to enjoy the natural scenery of Gatlinburg and the surrounding areas but few can match the experience of horseback riding. Gatlinburg sits at the epicenter of many great horse riding stables with options in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Townsend and even Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Many of these stables allow guests to mount a horse and travel down one of the many nearby equestrian trails through some of the most beautiful scenery around. Check out the many options available to you when you visit Country Town N' Suites.

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Sugarlands Riding Stables

Address: 1409 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN
Hours: 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday from March until Memorial Day weekend and September through Thanksgiving; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday from June until Labor Day weekend. Distance from us: 2.8 miles

Take a trip into Great Smoky Mountains National Park by visiting Sugarlands Riding Stables. Sugarlands offers three rides: a 4-mile option (1 hour); a 6-mile option (1.5 hours); and an 8-mile options (2 hours).

Prices start at $40 per person and take guests through wooded trails and mountain streams. Stable staff recommends some riding experience for longer rides.

Smoky Mountain Riding Stables

Address: 1720 E. Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN
Hours: 9 a.m. through 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday from March until Memorial Day weekend and September through Thanksgiving; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday from June until Labor Day weekend.
Distance from us: 3.3 miles

Smoky Mountain Riding Stable is another great option in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Rides from this stable venture along Dudley Creek and are 3 miles (45 minutes) in length.

The cost for that ride is $26.50, allowing guests to better explore the iconic park. These are mountain trails so expect up-and-down terrain.

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Anakeesta Hours

Anakeesta's hours vary depending on the day and time of year. To find specific hours of operation, visit the park's calendar.

Anakeesta Tickets

There are various ticket options available. The General admission tickets ($32.99 for adults and $19.99 for children) allow you to access all the park has to offer. There are tickets for the individual attractions such as the Rail Runner and zipline. For specific prices, click here.

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Big Rock Dude Ranch

Address: 909 Little Cove Road, Pigeon Forge, TN
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Distance from us: 8.4 miles

There's a lot to do at Big Rock Dude Ranch and horseback riding is a popular option. The trail stretches 3.5 miles, offering views of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Rides start at $57.95 per person but there are numerous specials that allow guests to bundle different activities with trail rides. Other activities include the petting zoo, general store and gem mining ore.

Five Oaks Riding Stable

Address: 1628 Parkway, Sevierville, TN
Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Distance from us: 11.4 miles

Guests to Five Oaks Riding Stable can pay $54.99 for a 3.5-mile horseback trail ride between Sevierville and Pigeon Forge. Guests can also pay $24.99 for a younger child to ride tandem with an adult. There is also a zipline and horseback combo package for $99.

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Anakeesta Rail Runner Mountain Coaster

One of the more popular attractions at Anakeesta is the Rail Runner mountain coaster. This is a single-rail coaster that races along a track that's 1,600 feet long and features, downhill twists and turns. It reaches speeds of 25 miles per hour and undergoes an elevation change of 400 feet. While this ride is aimed at single riders, it can accommodate tandem riders. Be sure to review the restrictions and requirements before buying tickets for Gatlinburg's iconic mountain coaster.

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Davy Crockett Riding Stables

Address: 505 Old Cades Cove Road, Townsend, TN
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Distance from us: 24.9 miles

Davy Crockett Riding Stables offers various rides starting at $24 for 30 minutes. Other rides include an hour ($35), an hour and a half ($50), two hours ($65) and a half-day ride ($185). Reservations are preferred from March until November but are required outside that span.

Cades Cove Riding Stables

Address: 10018 Campground Drive, Townsend, TN
Hours: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. March through November
Distance from us: 28.4 miles

Cades Cove offers more than just horseback trail rides. There are also opportuniti8es for carriage rides and hayrides. Trail rides start at $40 for those 13 and up with a $35 fee for those between 6-12. Carriage rides are $22 (13+) and $15 (6-12) while hayrides are $20 (16+) and $15 (2-15).

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Anakeesta Restaurants

Anakeesta isn't only a fun place to play but also a great place to find some delicious food. Anakeesta is home to a bevy of great restaurants and bars that are worth your time to visit. Many of the restaurants offer great views of the surrounding areas so check out the list of options during your visit.