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Anakeesta is an award-winning mountaintop adventure park located above, and in the heart of, downtown Gatlinburg. Our nature immersive park offers an authentic Smoky Mountain experience for families of all ages. Anakeesta literally means “the place of high ground” in the Cherokee language. Anakeesta is situated on a 70-acre mountain 600’ above the city of Gatlinburg.

Gatlinburg is the gateway city to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As the most visited National Park in the United States the area sees up to 14 million visitors annually. Travelers from around the world enjoy the hiking, attractions, restaurants, shopping and entertainment that can be found in our area.

The promise of Anakeesta is to create a unique, authentic outdoor family experience by immersing guests of all ages in the beauty and adventure of the Smoky Mountains. By providing diverse offerings and quality craftsmanship we will instill a sense of appreciation and wonder for the Magic That’s in the Mountains.

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  • January 13, 2025 6:23 pm local time

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Description

Anakeesta is an award-winning mountaintop adventure park located above, and in the heart of, downtown Gatlinburg. Our nature immersive park offers an authentic Smoky Mountain experience for families of all ages. Anakeesta literally means “the place of high ground” in the Cherokee language. Anakeesta is situated on a 70-acre mountain 600’ above the city of Gatlinburg.

Gatlinburg is the gateway city to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As the most visited National Park in the United States the area sees up to 14 million visitors annually. Travelers from around the world enjoy the hiking, attractions, restaurants, shopping and entertainment that can be found in our area.

The promise of Anakeesta is to create a unique, authentic outdoor family experience by immersing guests of all ages in the beauty and adventure of the Smoky Mountains. By providing diverse offerings and quality craftsmanship we will instill a sense of appreciation and wonder for the Magic That’s in the Mountains.

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