Big Bear Mountain at Dollywood | Wildwood Grove’s Longest Coaster

Big Bear Mountain stands as Dollywood’s largest attraction to date with a spectacular triple-launching family coaster in the heart of Wildwood Grove. This massive ride invites guests to join wilderness explorer Ned Oakley on a quest for the legendary Big Bear, navigating the terrain in specially outfitted SUVs. Boasting an impressive track length of 3,990 feet and reaching speeds of 48 mph, it is currently the park’s longest roller coaster. With a ride duration of nearly two minutes and a maximum height of 66 feet, Big Bear Mountain perfectly balances high-speed excitement with immersive storytelling, making it a cornerstone experience for families seeking adventure in the Smokies.

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Ride Duration

1 Minute 40 Seconds

Quick Facts

• Park Area
  • Wildwood Grove
• Ride Type
  • Thrill
• Minimum Height
  • 39”
    • Riders under 48” must be accompanied by a person at least 14 years old.
• Maximum Height
  • N/A

Additional Information 

Big Bear Mountain is subject to closures during inclement weather conditions, including lightning, snow, extreme cold, or hot temperatures and high winds.

For additional information on attraction height requirements, please visit the official Dollywood website.

TimeSaver Pass Eligibility

Yes, Big Bear Mountain has expedited line access with a TimeSaver Pass Resort and Premium Pass.

• Resort TimeSaver Pass
  • Yes, one entry per day.
• TimeSaver Pass
  • No
• TimeSaver Plus Pass
  • No
• TimeSaver Premium Pass
  • Yes, unlimited TimeSaver entries.

Safety and Accessibility Information

Big Bear Mountain is a moderate thrill ride. 

This triple-launching family coaster features a 66-foot maximum track height and reaches a speed of 48 mph.

Big Bear Mountain is the longest roller coaster at Dollywood with a track length of 3990 feet. 

An individual lap bar is engaged at all times. 

Due to the nature of the restraint system and seat configuration, Big Bear Mountain may not accommodate Guests of larger stature.

Guests are encouraged to use the test seat prior to entering the ride queue.

Rider Requirements

All Riders must have the ability to sit upright independently during the dynamic conditions of the ride.

Riders must have control of the upper torso, head and neck.

Riders should have the physical and cognitive ability to assist in their own evacuation in the event the ride vehicle stops in a location other than the loading position. 

Transfer Information

• ECV To Wheelchair Transfer
• Wheelchair Transfer To Ride
• Walk To Ride
• Riders may need assistance from a companion to transfer into the ride vehicle. 

Health Recommendations

Riders with the following conditions or any other condition that could be affected by the forces of this ride or that will prevent the rider from following all safety rules and guidelines must not ride:

• Heart Trouble
• High Blood Pressure
• Back Or Neck Injury
• Recent Injury Or Illness
• Pregnancy

Limb Requirements, Amputations and Prosthetics

Riders with prosthesis are required to disclose the existence of a prosthesis to a Big Bear Mountain Ride Host prior to boarding.

Due to the restraint system, riders with two amputated legs above the knee are prohibited from riding.

Riders with one amputated leg above the knee may ride provided they have the ability to brace themselves with one natural (not prosthetic) leg, including partial foot.

Riders with one or two amputated legs below the knee may ride.

Riders must have two natural functioning arms, of which the hands may be missing.

Riders with one amputated arm may ride provided that they have the

ability to grip with one natural hand, including partial hand.

For additional safety and accessibility information, please visit Dollywood’s official Accessibility and Rider Requirements Guide.

Loose Articles

All loose articles must be secured with a strap that sits across the chest. Purses and small bags secured around the individual’s shoulder or waist are permitted provided they are closed and do not interfere with the restraint system(s) and/or proper riding position or cause hazard to Guests, employees, and/or the attraction. Cellphones, cameras, and video equipment must be secured in an approved purse, bag, hip pack, or pocket and may not be used during the attraction cycle. Restricted articles must be placed in the designated storage area or left with a non-rider. Hats with brims (such as cowboy hats and boonie hats) and visors may not be worn and must be secured or left with a non-rider. Baseball style caps may be worn provided they are worn with the bill turned to the back of the head. Individuals wearing headcover for religious reasons may be asked secure it to their head or shoulders, however, any heavy, large, or brimmed religious headwear is not permitted. Dollywood is not responsible for articles that are lost, damaged, or stolen.

Parent Swap

Dollywood’s Parent Swap program, also known as Rider Switch, allows families with children who do not meet ride height requirements to enjoy select attractions without waiting in line twice. All members of the group enter the ride through the regular Guest line, where a Ride Host will assist with the Parent Swap process. One adult remains in a designated, secure waiting area with the non-rider while the rest of the group boards the attraction. After the first ride cycle, adults switch places so the waiting adult can ride. On select attractions, additional group members may be permitted to ride again. All guests exit the attraction together following the Parent Swap experience.

Strollers and loose articles are not permitted.

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