Adventure Park at Five Oaks

Why go: Eight ziplines reaching up to 2,000 feet long and speeds touching 50 mph, set across a 70-acre nature park just off the Parkway. Family-friendly access starts at age four.

About Adventure Park at Five Oaks

Adventure Park at Five Oaks has been running outdoor experiences in the Smokies for more than twenty-five years, making it one of the longest-tenured zipline operators in the region. The 70-acre property sits directly across from Tanger Outlets on the Parkway and houses two main operations under a single umbrella: zipline tours and horseback rides through the shared Five Oaks Riding Stables. Most visitors come for one or the other, but a combo package pairs both in a single afternoon at a discount.

The zipline side runs an 8-line course built across forested mountain terrain, with cables reaching up to 2,000 feet long and platforms climbing roughly 100 feet above the ground. The full tour takes about two hours start to finish, including the safety orientation and harness fitting. Pacing is unhurried; guides build rider comfort across the first few lines before opening up to the faster runs at the back end of the course.

Safety is a core part of the brand identity. Guides undergo extensive training, equipment is inspected daily, and every rider clips in with two safety lanyards plus a helmet, gloves, and a fitted harness. The park is rated above 4.5 stars across more than 3,000 combined reviews on Google and Tripadvisor.

Getting to Adventure Park at Five Oaks

The park sits right on the Parkway in Sevierville, directly across from Tanger Outlets. Parking is on-site at the property entrance and the lodge check-in is easy to spot from the road. From Pigeon Forge, head north on the Parkway about ten minutes; from Gatlinburg, allow roughly twenty-five minutes depending on traffic through the downtown corridor.

Why Choose Adventure Park at Five Oaks

Plenty of ziplines run in the Smokies, but few share a working property with horseback rides, sit five minutes from outlet shopping, and welcome riders as young as four years old. Adventure Park at Five Oaks has built a long-running operation around access, experience range, and location convenience.

• Twenty-five-plus years in operation. One of the most established outdoor adventure operators in the region, with consistent guide quality reflected across thousands of online reviews.
• Lowest age threshold in the area. Riders as young as four years old can zip, provided they meet the 40-pound minimum. Most regional zipline courses start at age eight or older.
• Eight full lines per ticket. A single booking runs the entire course, not a shortened sampler. The longest cables stretch up to 2,000 feet, and top speeds climb toward 50 mph.
• 70-acre nature park setting. Tours cross forested terrain with mountain views, streams, and tree canopy rather than running over open fields or back-of-the-mall property.
• Combo booking under one roof. The zipline plus horseback package books at the same property, eliminating the cross-town drive that pairing two operators usually requires.

Must Do

The 8-line tour is the headline experience, but a few specific moments along the course tend to land hardest. These are the ones worth planning around when booking.

• 8-Line Zipline Tour. The full course runs roughly two hours from harness fitting to final platform, climbing through canopy with cables up to 2,000 feet long and platforms about 100 feet off the ground. Guides walk first-timers through every step.
• Dual Racing Lines. Two parallel cables run side by side near the end of the course. Pick an opponent in your group and race down together. Most riders treat this stretch as the trip highlight and the moment cameras come out.
• Zipline plus Horseback Combo. The bundled package pairs the full 8-line tour with a one-hour scenic trail ride at the on-site stables, saving roughly $35 over booking the two separately. A good fit for groups looking to spend a half day on the property.

What to Expect

Adventure Park at Five Oaks runs a tight operation with clear rules around clothing, weight limits, weather, and timing. A handful of logistics are worth knowing before booking.

• Age and weight requirements. Ziplines are open to riders ages 4 and up between 40 and 270 pounds. Riders under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult on the same tour.
• Footwear is enforced. Snug-fitting, fully-enclosed shoes are required. Athletic shoes, hiking shoes, or boots all work; flip-flops, slides, and open-toe sandals are not permitted. Loaner shoes are available at check-in if needed.
• Plan a two-hour window. The full visit covers orientation, harness fitting, and the eight-line ride. Arriving 15 to 20 minutes early helps the check-in process move smoothly.
• Weather-dependent operation. Tours do not run in high winds or lightning. If a storm cancels a booking, the park issues a rain check or reschedule rather than a refund. Dress for conditions; the wooded property runs noticeably cooler than the parkway parking lot.
• Phones and loose items stay off the course. Pockets must be empty before stepping onto the platforms. Long hair gets tied back, jewelry comes off, and scarves or loose layers are removed before the orientation begins.
• Reservations are strongly recommended. Walk-ins are accepted but tours sell out daily; expected wait times for unbooked groups can stretch to several hours during peak season. Online booking ahead is the most reliable route.
• Tipping is standard practice. Industry norm is 10 to 15 percent per person for the guide team when the experience meets expectations.
• Cancellation policy. Full refund or reschedule is available with at least 48 hours notice. Cancellations inside 48 hours are non-refundable.

Nearby in Sevierville

• Five Oaks Riding Stables. Guided horseback trail rides across the same 70-acre property, with kid-friendly horses and an experienced trail team.
• NASCAR SpeedPark. Racing-themed family park half a mile down the Parkway, with eight go-kart tracks, an arcade, mini-golf, and kiddie rides for younger guests.
• Ripley’s Old MacDonald’s Farm Mini-Golf. Two 18-hole farm-themed mini-golf courses with animatronic livestock and barnyard characters lining the fairways.

Explore More

My Smoky Mountain Guide Sevierville is a great resource for finding things to do and places to eat.

• Sevierville Food & Beverage Guide. Restaurants, breweries, wineries, and eateries across the Sevierville area, from sit-down meals to grab-and-go stops.
• Sevierville Outdoor Adventure. Ziplines, riding stables, jeep rentals, helicopter tours, and other ways to experience the Smokies from outdoors.
• Sevierville Attractions. Theme parks, museums, mini-golf, and other family-friendly stops across the city.
• Sevierville Things to Do. The full city hub linking restaurants, attractions, lodging, and outdoor adventure.