Open daily year-round. Admission and parking are free.
About The Island in Pigeon Forge
The Island is a free entertainment district in Pigeon Forge with the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, rides, shops, restaurants and a big fountain show. It suits families who want to stroll, eat and pick a ride or two. Parking and entry are free, so you only pay for what you ride.
Tickets and prices
| Ticket | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, adult 12+ | $18.99 | Official price |
| Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, child 3 to 11 | $13.99 | Official price |
| Wheel, military or senior 60+ | $15.99 | Official price |
| Wheel Day/Night Combo | $24.99 | Ride once in daylight and once after dark |
| Wheel VIP gondola | $28.99 | Per person, 1 to 4 riders |
Free admission and free parking. Each ride and attraction is paid separately.
Buy on the official siteDeals we found
Locals ride the Wheel for $13.99.
See the dealTwo Wheel rides, day and night, for $24.99 versus $37.98 for two adult tickets.
See the deal$15.99 Wheel tickets for military and guests 60+.
See the dealPromo codes
Coupon sites list codes for The Island, but none we found are real. Parking and entry are already free.
Good to know
- Address
- 131 The Island Drive, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863
- Hours
- The Wheel opens at 10 AM daily; closing times vary.
- Parking
- Free
- Phone
- +1-865-286-0119
- Type
- Family park
- Official site
- islandinpigeonforge.com
Don't miss
- Great Smoky Mountain Wheel
- The Island Show Fountain with water, light and music
- SkyFly flying theater
- Build-A-Bear Workshop
- Paula Deen's Family Kitchen and Margaritaville
Little ways to save
Do the Wheel Day/Night Combo for $24.99. The night view of the Parkway lights is the better ride.
Watch the free fountain show before you spend anything.
Bring your military ID or a 60+ guest for the $15.99 Wheel rate.
Parking is free, so park once here and walk.
Questions people ask us
Does The Island in Pigeon Forge cost money?
No. Admission and parking are free. You pay only for rides, shows and food.
How much is the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel?
Adults are $18.99, kids 3 to 11 are $13.99, and military or seniors are $15.99. A Day/Night Combo is $24.99.
What time does the Wheel open?
It opens at 10 AM daily year-round. Closing times vary, so check before going late.
More parks nearby
Where these prices come from: Official Great Smoky Mountain Wheel page, Tripster Wheel listing (hours, bundles). Prices checked October 2026 by John Foster. Prices change, so confirm on the park's site before you go.