How long is the scenic chairlift at Ober Gatlinburg?
How long is the scenic chairlift at Ober Gatlinburg?
3019 feet
One of the most peaceful rides in our Park, the Scenic Chairlift allows you to see the best view in the Smokies without hiking. It provides an impressive 779 foot rise in elevation above our mountaintop park and, at 3019 feet in length, it is the longest Chairlift of its kind in the United States.
How many ski slopes are at Ober Gatlinburg?
ten skiing trails
Ober Gatlinburg has ten skiing trails, a terrain park and three chairlifts. It is a very popular winter ski area (being one of the few in the Southeast U.S. and the only one in Tennessee.)…Ski area.
| Slopes | Length | Drop |
|---|---|---|
| Ski School | Teaching Area | Gentle Slope |
How much is the chairlift in Gatlinburg?
Tickets can be purchased at the Gatlinburg Sky Lift location in Gatlinburg TN. The price for an adult ticket is $24.95 and a child ticket (ages 4-11) is $17.95. Anyone 65 years old and up get in for $20.95. Children 3 and under are free.
Do they have lockers at Ober Gatlinburg?
Coin lockers are available throughout our facilities to safely store your personal items. If you need assistance at any time during this process, please do not hesitate to ask any of our employees.
Why is it called Ober Gatlinburg?
Eventually in 1975, the Anders Family purchased the ski resort and merged it with the Aerial Tramway. Just two years after, the resort was incorporated as “Ober Gatlinburg, Inc.” “Ober” is the German word for “upper” or “top of”, so “Upper Gatlinburg” or “Top of Gatlinburg”.
Do you have to ride the tram to Ober Gatlinburg?
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Is the snow real at Ober Gatlinburg?
Machine-made snow is NOT artificial snow. Ober Gatlinburg is very proud of its snowmaking system which is one of the largest and most advanced in the world. Our snowmaking system consists of air lines, water lines and electrical lines which run underground to all slopes on the mountain.
Are there ski rentals at Ober Gatlinburg?
Ober Gatlinburg has ski rentals available for those that do not own ski equipment. They also have ski lessons available from experienced instructors to help beginners learn the basics of skiing. There are a couple of beginner slopes available as well as intermediate and advanced slopes for those that like speed, moguls, etc.
When was the Ober Gatlinburg scenic lift built?
The lift is open all four seasons (weather permitting) and every day offers a uniquely beautiful experience. The Towers used on our Scenic Lift were built for the 1956 Cortina D’Ampezzo, Italy Winter Olympic Games, but were not actually used for them. The Gatlinburg Ski Corporation bought them to create the lift for the “Big John” slope.
How to find out which slopes are open at Ober Gatlinburg?
The best way to find out which slopes are open, depth of the snow, weather, etc is to check the official Ober Gatlinburg snow report. There are a couple of ways to check the report: 1) Call (800) 251-9202 – This is the official snow report hotline with a recording of the current day’s conditions and information.
Do you need a mask at Ober Gatlinburg?
Currently, Masks are Required on the Aerial Tramway. Currently, Masks are Required on the Aerial Tramway. Welcome to the scenic and exciting four-seasons world of Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park and Ski Area.