The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel will be opening this summer 2013

The Wheel

Just 10 minutes from Berry Springs Lodge towering 200 feet-tall, the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel  with all glass gondolas that seat up to 8 guests sits as the center piece of The Island in Pigeon Forge, it stands as one of the tallest attractions east of the Mississippi!  It features 42 Gondolas, Climate Controlled Comfort, Spectacular Night Ride and a 24,000 square feet LED Light Show

The Great Smoky Mountain Wheel will operate in most weather conditions. Only extreme weather such as high wind speeds and/or local lightning may cause the attraction to temporarily shut down. In the event of extreme weather, your admission will remain valid until the attraction reopens. If the attraction remains closed for the day, a full refund will be issued at the Ticket Center. 

Photos of building the Wheel