Halloween is just around the corner and so is Anakeesta’s NEW Legend of Hallow Mountain, a feature during Autumn at Anakeesta. This will be the first….and creepiest….outdoor haunt experience in Gatlinburg! We know you are excited but are you prepared?? As the kickoff date for Hallow Mountain creeps closer, here is a checklist to make sure you are ready to experience every sweet treat, ghoulish encounter, and pulse-pounding scare zone!
Things you don’t want to miss:
Included in your General Admission –
1 ) Hallow Mountain Graveyard: During the harvest moon, the lost souls of anguished settlers become the undead, rising from their graves, desperately searching for a way off Hallow Mountain as zombies, eager to harvest souls to share their misery. Meet the Gravedigger as he weaves a tale from long ago then takes you on a journey through Hallow Mountain Graveyard. NOTE: Only those ages 12 and up will be allowed in this specifically designed area for an intense and realistic scare.Â
2 ) Firefly Forest Experience: Experience the enchantment of thousands of fireflies pulsating in the forest below you as you walk 40-60 feet in the air, suspended in darkness. Hear the sounds of the forest as the nightlife around you awakens while you meander along our Treetop Skywalk.
3 ) 25 Nights of FREE Halloween Movies: Enchanting fun for all ghouls and boys! Movies will be shown on our big outdoor screen at the Overlook. Popcorn and sweet treats will be for sale to satisfy your appetite! Visit our calendar page to see when your favorite movie will be shown on the big screen
4 ) All-day Fun: Arrive earlier in the day to enjoy your unlimited rides on either the Chondola ride or Ridge Rambler adventure vehicles to experience the park during the day and then return for the nighttime fun! Just remember to keep your wristband on to access the park again.
5 ) Access to Halloween Themed Cocktails and Food: Enjoy a treat while you wait to experience the Hallow Mountain Graveyard or warm up with a fall favorite. You can purchase fall-themed sweet treats, warm drinks, and cocktails galore at any of our three restaurants. Enjoy a Beetlejuice, Candy Corn or a Gravedigger cocktail at Cliff Top Grill & Bar!
Add on to your adventure –
6 ) Zombie Ziplining: Offered for the first time at Anakeesta, zip your way through the black of night and rappel into the depths of darkness. A single beacon will guide your way through almost 3,000 feet of ziplining fun with two 70-foot rappel drops. View the night sky while zipping down 3 lines 125 feet above the forest floor and plunge into the dark abyss. – $39.99
7 ) Haunted Rail Runner: Race down a spooky mountainside ride in the pitch black to a settler’s camp where the walking dead may try to steal your soul with only strobing lights to guide your way through the darkness of night. – $12.99 – Single Rider & $14.99 – Tandem Rider
8 ) Glow in the Dark Gem Mining: An Anakeesta favorite with a classic Halloween twist, glow in the dark Gem Mining is a Hallow Mountain experience for all ages. Pay dirt pricing ranges from $6.95 to $22.95. Our special Halloween mix comes in one size and is just $7.95!
Plan Ahead:
- Understand all our Hallow Mountain rules, warnings, and restrictions before you arrive. You can see the full list here.
- If you want to experience Zombie Ziplining, we suggest booking a time ahead of time by calling 865-214-6347 EXT 310. You can also book a time for Zombie Ziplining at our Adventure Outpost for just $39.99! View all restrictions and requirements here.
- Purchase tickets to our Haunted Rail Runner experience onsite for just $12.99 for a single rider or $14.99 for tandem! You can see all the restrictions and requirements here.
- Fill out your waivers for Zombie Ziplining and the Haunted Rail Runner before you arrive here.
- All Hallow Mountain events will only open after sunset, so plan accordingly!
*All Hallow Mountain Events are Included with General Admission | Zombie Ziplining and Haunted Rail Runner require an additional ticket purchase | All elements will open based on sunset times
Rhonda May says
When does all these festivities start?
Michele Canney says
Hi Rhonda, The Legend of Hallow Mountain Haunt began Friday, September 13th. The haunt runs through November 2nd on select nights only. Visit our Hallow Mountain page to view all dates.
Jenn says
Are there nights-week nights perhaps that are not haunted? Our children are young but love the lighted bridges and playing in the treehouse playground after dark and sitting at the fire pit. It is in our top 5 things to do in the Burg.
Michele Canney says
Hi Jenn, Great question. The Hallow Mountain Graveyard, located in the Vista Garden area, is the only area that is not appropriate for all ages (12 and older only here). The rest of the park is family friendly including the treehouse village, Treetop Skywalk and free family Halloween movies in the Overlook. Happy Halloween!