GATLINBURG, TN — Ober Gatlinburg is breaking ground at the end of July for Tennessee’s highest mountain coaster, the ADG Mountain Coaster. The ride will last approximately 5 1⁄2 minutes and cover nearly 4000 feet.

Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park and Ski Area is nestled just below the peak of Mt. Harrison which will provide a great setting for this new thrill ride with spectacular views.

Ober Gatlinburg is partnering with ADG, Inc., of Cohoes NY, the leading manufacturer of mountain coasters and slides in the US, to bring this attraction to the top of Ski Mountain Road. The coaster will be opening in the fall of 2014, just in time to meet up with fall foliage in the Smoky Mountains.

The mountain coaster will depart near the Tubing Park and begin with a tranquil uphill ride through woods that border Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Once at the top, riders will be whisked down adrenaline pumping turns, dips, zigs, zags, corkscrews and G-force action adventures. The mountain coaster can be exhilarating and is the ultimate family experience, great for any age. Children, parents and grandparents can comfortably enjoy the ride and choose their own pace down the mountain. Enjoy the high- speed adventure, hugging every turn and dip as you zoom down the mountain at speeds up to 25 MPH, or choose a more relaxed pace suitable to your enjoyment level.

Designed for comfort, the unique ADG Mountain Coaster carts provide a more secure and comfortable ride with room for two riders, higher back rests and shorter brake levers for easier handling and control. Whatever speed is chosen, the ADG coaster is top rated for safety and designed with a built-in collision avoidance and seatbelt monitoring system.

Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area and Amusement Park is Tennessee’s only ski area and continues to be a favored year-round destination. The upcoming 2014-2015 season will mark Ober Gatlinburg’s 53rd year as a snow sports area, offering skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in the winter and an alpine slide, scenic chairlift, chair swing, maze, water raft rides and mini golf in the summer. The Mountain Coaster will join the Wildlife Encounter, Arcade and Ober’s Indoor Ice Rink as a year-round attraction.

Ober’s 5th annual Oktoberfest will begin on September 26th and run through November 2nd. Guests can enjoy multiple show times of The Bavarian Fun Makers Oompah Band every day while indulging in authentic German cuisine at the Seasons of Ober Restaurant. Each weekend of Oktoberfest, Ober’s Bier Garten will feature different German Biers and Wines with fun and games for the entire family.

For more information on Ober Gatlinburg, please contact Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area and Amusement Park at fun@obergatlinburg.com or visit www.obergatlinburg.com.