A thrilling new adventure park has recently opened in Pigeon Forge called WildSide! The park offers a range of exciting activities for outdoor enthusiasts, including 18 miles of trails for mountain biking and UTV rides! Altogether, there are 900 acres of mountain terrain for guests to explore and the best part is that you’ll find it all just minutes away from our Smoky Mountain cabin rentals! Here are the top 4 things to know about the new WildSide attraction in Pigeon Forge TN:
1. What to Expect
WildSide is a unique adventure park located in the wilderness where you can enjoy an extensive network of mountain biking trails and 90-minute UTV tours with expert guides! Before you begin your adventure, you’ll head to the BaseCamp to park, meet up with your friends, and check in. Once you’re all checked in, you’ll cruise over to the WheelHouse to get set up with the perfect bike rental! If you’re new to mountain biking, the friendly staff will go over all the tips and tricks of the trade and adjust the bike to your liking. Of course, you are welcome to bring your own bike as well as long as it has at least one form of suspension, 24-inch wheels, and disc brakes. If you prefer to explore the forest by UTV, there are 3 different vehicle options available where you’ll be at the wheel for 90 minutes of guided, off-road fun!
2. Types of Bike Trails Available
There are a dozen mountain biking trails available at the WildSide attraction in Pigeon Forge TN, which are rated similar to ski slopes as beginner, intermediate, and expert. This network of green, blue, and black trails are all thoughtfully designed, well maintained, and offer spectacular views! Hit the trails with your buddy and test your skills on the Dual Slalom Course, where you can ride side-by-side! When you’re ready to kick things up a notch, prepare for LiftOff on the Jump Track which allows thrillseekers to fly high! If you want to take advantage of the convenient Bike Shuttle, simply purchase a Pedal plus Shuttle Pass!
3. UTV Tour Information
The UTV Tours at WildSide offer guests the chance to get behind the wheel of a powerful off-road vehicle, and you can choose between the 2-seater Maverick, 4-seater Commander, and the 6-seater Defender! Regardless of your option, you’ll have a blast driving on the private off-road trails for an hour and a half while led by your trusty guide! There are also plenty of photo opportunities along the journey to help remember your adventure! Keep in mind that drivers must be at least 18 and have a valid Driver’s License to drive a UTV.
4. Operating Hours and Directions
WildSide is located at 1105 Laurel Lick Road in Pigeon Forge TN. To access the park, turn off the Pigeon Forge Parkway onto Conner Heights Road by the Marathon gas station. Turn left before Big Rock Dude Ranch to stay on Mills Creek Road. A little over a mile down the road is the arched entry into WildSide, and continue to follow the paved road until you hit the parking lot. The official operating hours for WildSide vary throughout the year, and the last ride up the bike shuttle is always 30 minutes before the park closes.
Check out all of our Smoky Mountain cabin rentals today to stay close to WildSide and be one of the first guests to experience this new attraction in Pigeon Forge TN! We look forward to welcoming you to the Smokies!
