About The Coaster at Goats on the Roof
Most coaster stops in Pigeon Forge give you a ride and a gift shop. The Goat Coaster at Goats on the Roof gives you a ride, a gift shop and a herd of live goats grazing on the building's roof. It is on Wears Valley Road (1341 Wears Valley Road), and the operator says it is hard to miss for exactly that reason.
The ride
The Goat Coaster is a mountain coaster, the kind where you sit in a small cart on a rail and control your own speed with a handle. The operator's website describes it as one of the best mountain coasters in the Smokies and listed rides at $15 each when we checked in October 2026. Prices and ride rules change, so confirm height and age limits and current pricing on the website or by phone at 865-366-7139 before you plan around it.
The goats
The goats are free to watch. Buy a can of goat chow, load it into the "goat-cycle" that carries it up to the roof, and the goats come to eat. For a closer look and some shade, the second floor of the gift shop has windows onto the roof, and the operator says there is no charge to come in and watch.
Other things on the lot
- Gem mining. An old-time sluice where you can search for gemstones.
- Jurassic Tymes Golf. A mini golf course on the same property.
- Homemade fudge and ice cream. A good bribe for anyone who finished the coaster without complaining.
- Two-level gift shop. Souvenirs and goat-themed gifts.
Planning your visit
Wears Valley Road (US 321) is the back way between Pigeon Forge and Wears Valley, and it carries less Parkway traffic than the main strip. That makes this a convenient stop on the way to or from the Townsend side of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, but it also means cars slow down fast when they spot the goats, so signal early if you are the one turning in.
- Go in the morning or on a weekday if you want short lines on the coaster, especially in October.
- Dress for the weather. The ride is outdoors, and coasters commonly pause for lightning or heavy rain.
- Bring small bills or a card for goat chow and rides.
- Check winter hours. Outdoor rides often cut back from November through March, so call before you drive out.
If you are heading into the national park afterward, remember that a parking tag is required for any vehicle parked longer than 15 minutes: $5 daily, $15 weekly or $40 annual, and federal passes do not replace it. Details are on the National Park Service fees page.
Good to know
- How much does The Coaster at Goats on the Roof cost?
- Tickets typically run $15 per ride (per operator site). Check the official website for current prices and online discounts.
