Get ready to soar, splash, and explore! Dollywood has announced an all-new attraction set to take flight in Spring 2026! The newest addition to Wildwood Grove, NightFlight Expedition invites guests on a one-of-a-kind adventure through the Smokies, combining the excitement of a coaster with the fun of a whitewater river ride.
An Adventure Like No Other
Led by Wildwood Grove’s beloved characters, Cora and Jasper Oakley, riders will embark on an extraordinary journey to uncover the mystery of the legendary Secret Lake. Along the way, adventurers will:
- Soar over the Smokies
- Climb a mountainside
- Plunge into whitewater rapids
- Glide across a shimmering, hidden lake
This first-of-its-kind hybrid attraction promises four distinct experiences in a single ride. It will blend motion, storytelling, and special effects to create a family-friendly adventure unlike anything else in the Smoky Mountains.
The Details
Housed inside a massive 44,000-square-foot indoor facility (larger than four football fields!), NightFlight Expedition offers a weather-independent experience, making it a perfect adventure any time of year.
Here’s a closer look by the numbers:
- Track length: 1,255 feet (nearly a quarter mile)
- Top speed: 29 mph
- Ride duration: 5.5 minutes (including loading and unloading)
- Height: Nearly 3 stories tall
- 10 passengers per car
- Minimum height: 39 inches
Expanding the Magic of Wildwood Grove
With NightFlight Expedition, Dollywood continues to grow its enchanting Wildwood Grove area, now home to 13 attractions where families can explore, play, and imagine together. This latest addition deepens the park’s storytelling roots and brings even more ways for guests to experience the wonder of the Smokies.
Stay tuned for more details and updates as the attraction prepares to open in Spring 2026!
For more information, visit Dollywood.com.
📸 Images and information courtesy of Dollywood.
