Cooter's Place of the Smokies

Do I have to pay for a ticket to the museum?
Admission to the museum is absolutely free.

How tall must children be to drive or ride in the go-karts?
The go-karts height and age requirements are as follows:

• To ride in an adult car, children must be at least 3 years old and 36 inches tall. Drivers must be a licensed adult.
• To drive an adult car, children must be at least 10 years old and 57 inches tall.
• To drive a rookie car, children must be at least 8 years old and 48 inches tall.
• To drive a kiddie car, children must be at least 5 years old and 36 inches tall.

Where is Cooter’s Place located?
You can find Cooter’s Place at 542 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738.

What are the hours of operation?
Cooter’s Places of the Smokies is open during the following times:
Sunday – Thursday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm, or later
Friday and Saturday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm, or later

Schedule subject to change due to weather conditions or other outside factors.