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Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm Sunday 9am - 5pm

Big Rock Dude Ranch

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Big Rock Dude Ranch

Riding Stables, Petting Zoo, & Fishing! Come on out and see us during your visit to the Smokies!

f you are looking for an escape from the usual tourist traps, a family outing the kids won't forget, a group or reunion activity, or just a chance to try h

01/02/2024

Even our feathered friends love when you visit them at the Big Rock Dude Ranch! We are open everyday 9am-5pm weather depending!

12/29/2023

Enjoy a peaceful horseback ride through the Great Smoky Mountains in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee at Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa this Holiday Season!

12/27/2023

While you're visiting us this Holiday Season, check out our FREE petting zoo!

12/25/2023

Merry Christmas from all of us at Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa! We are open today from 9am - 5pm! We hope everyone has a safe and happy holiday! ❄️ 🎄 ❤️ 💚 🐴 🤠

12/24/2023

Merry Christmas from us to you! 🎄🎁🎅🏻

12/20/2023

Meet Missouri one of our horses here at our ranch! Let us know in the comments below which horse you have rode with us! 🐴 🤠

12/16/2023

The best present of all is a trip to the Big Rock Dude Ranch! Bring the family out for a beautiful experience in the Great Smoky Mountains! We are open everyday 9 am- 5pm!

12/16/2023

Find your inner cowboy or cowgirl when you ride with us at Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa! Located on Little Cove Road right off the Parkway in Pigeon Forge! 🐴
📷: vivian_richmond_ross

12/15/2023

Looking for something to do this Christmas Break? Join us at Big Rock Dude Ranch! We are open every day from 9am - 5pm! 🐴🎄❤️💚

12/08/2023

Grab a bit to eat after all the fun things we have to do here at Big Rock Dude Ranch! At Chow Boys Cafe we have sandwiches, snacks and even hot chocolate too! 😋

12/06/2023

Say Hi to our petting zoo animals, they love when you visit them! 🐐 🦆 😊

12/04/2023

Start this December week Horseback Riding with us at Big Rock Dude Ranch! We are open from 9am-5pm everyday! 🤠 🐴 📷

12/01/2023

These guests rode Iowa and Maine when they visited us! Which horse did you ride when you visited with us? 🐴 🤠
📷: Kevin Raleigh

11/28/2023

Looking for something to do with the kids? Look no further than Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa! We have Horseback Riding, Gem mining, and so much more to enjoy here on the ranch! 🐴 🤠 🤩
📷: Nicole Bryan

11/26/2023

No plans for tomorrow? We are open 9am-5pm join us in a beautiful mountain trail ride in the smokies!

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa! We are open today from 9am-5pm! 🦃 🧡

11/22/2023

Meet Rebel! He is eagerly waiting for someone to come visit him at the Big Rock Dude Ranch! We are open everyday day 9am-5pm depending on weather!

11/19/2023

No plans thanksgiving week? Come on out to the big rock dude ranch before all the leaves are gone! We look forward to seeing everyone this week🍁🐴

11/17/2023

Make sure you visit our petting zoo when you visit our ranch! 🐴 🦆 🐐 ☀️ 📷

11/13/2023

Our stocked fishing pond is ready for you! We provide the rod, the feed, the reel and of course the fish! 🎣 🤠

11/10/2023

It's always a blast visiting the ranch with your friends! 😆 🤠 🍁 🍂 🐴
📷: Nicole Livingston

11/08/2023

Eric Rodriguez and his wife enjoyed their anniversary with us at Big Rock Dude Ranch! ❤️ 🤠 🤩 🐴 🍁 🍂
📷: Eric Rodriguez

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween from all of us at Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa! We are open from 9am - 5pm today! ☀️ 🍁 🍂 🎃 😀

10/30/2023

Come on out and enjoy the sunshine and the fall leaves at Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa! ☀️ 🍁 🍂 🐴

10/27/2023

Check out our on-site Cowboys Cafe! We have sandwiches, homemade brownies, and hot chocolate for those cold days! 😋

10/26/2023

If your sugar-tooth kicks in while horseback riding, we've got you covered! Visit our General Store for snacks AND Big Rock souvenirs!

10/25/2023

Our goats LOVE enjoying the sunshine! ☀️ 🐐

10/23/2023

Check out our Fall decorations when you visit us at the Ranch! 🍁 🍂

Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa 📍 🐴
909 Little Cove Road
Pigeon Forge, TN 37863

10/22/2023

The gem mine is running and ready for visitors!! What is your favorite part about visiting the Big Rock Dude Ranch?

10/21/2023

Join us at Big Rock Dude Ranch at Ponderosa for a wild and wonderful experience feeding our animals! 🌿 Get up close and personal with our adorable animals at the petting zoo, where you can feed them and don't forget your camera to capture those priceless moments. 📸 🦆 🐐 🐔 🐱 🐴

10/15/2023

Rocco is loving the fall decorations! Have you met our newest farm buddy? We are open 9am to 5pm!

10/14/2023

Got any plans for tomorrow? How about a horseback ride? We hope to see you soon!

10/14/2023

Looking for the perfect sweatshirt or cowboy or cowgirl hat? 🤠 Stop by our General Store we have everything from snacks, to hats, to even stickers! Also check our our FREE Civil War Museum located inside our General Store!

10/12/2023

The Big Rock Dude Ranch is fall ready! No plans tomorrow? We are open 9am-5pm!🍂🎃

10/06/2023

We're expecting nice cool fall weather this weekend. Come on over for a horseback ride up a mountain trail. See you soon!

10/06/2023

We love seeing all of our customers awesome pictures at the ranch! 🐴 🐐 🤠
📷: Jorden White

10/05/2023

Bring all the kiddos with you to Big Rock Dude Ranch. There's something for everyone!

10/04/2023

We can't wait to see these beautiful fall colors soon our horseback riding trails! 🐴 🍁 🍂

09/30/2023

The fall season is almost here and we can't wait for you to join us! 🍂 🍁

09/29/2023

The ducks are on their way to Big Rock Dude Ranch for a great weekend. We hope to see you, too!

Address

909 Little Cove Road
Pigeon Forge, TN
37863

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

(865) 428-9398

Website

http://horseridingbigrock.com/

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The ducks are on their way to Big Rock Dude Ranch for a great weekend. We hope to see you, too!

Up and at ‘em first thing in the morning! Come on by and see us! 🐴

Already making plans for Spring Break? Horseback riding is a great activity for the whole family, or just a group of friends. Visit Big Rock Dude Ranch on your next vacation to the Smokies!