The Hidden Secrets of Dollywood
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ต.ค. 2024
- When you visit a Theme park there are so many hidden secrets all around you. Especially at a park like Dollywood in Pigeon Forge Tennessee. This park has so much history and they really do such a wonderful job with keeping all these Easter eggs part of the theme and history of the park. After getting a list together I decided for this video I would focus on the Top 10 best secrets of Dollywood! Its easy to just run towards the Rmc Lightning Rod or Thunderhead and all the other rides but next time your at the park make sure to take a look around at all the wonderful theming!
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Dollywood season ticket holder here. I’m 40 and have been going to Dollywood since the early 90s. Now I take my two daughters often and it creates so much nostalgia. So grateful I live less than 2 hours away. Great video. You captured the Dollywood feels so well.
That's so sweet.
Yeah we live in Wise County VA so we are about a 2-3 hour Drive from home haven't been in a long time i would love to take my Grandbabies
Dolly really does have mad respect for the 1st responders around the area. Years ago, my wife and I spent our honeymoon in Pigeon Forge. On the way home, we passed through Sevierville during their annual ‘boot drive’. Dolly herself was at the intersection we passed through. Huge thrill for us!
The end really got me. I have been thinking a lot about giving up higher paying jobs and going to work for a theme park. I think this kind of thing calls to a lot of us. Maybe someday I will do it and try to be a part of making good memories for families.
God for you. That stuff is directly from the soul! I believe that. It's why we sold everything to fulfill the dream of the coaster tour we're on right now. I hope the calling gets loud enough to where you simply have to answer! haha
Thanks for sharing that. I feel the same way.
For some it might drudgery but for others it's a calling. I've thought about it too. Nothing wrong with earning a living on the happy side of life, sharing in and helping to make the escape from our everyday existence become a lifetime of precious memories for untold numbers of your fellow man.
@@johnnyappleseed5029 if I didn’t have two kids I would have done this already. Not only would this job not pay super well but it would also keep me away from my family at key times. So while I spend most weekends with my family at a theme park, if I was to do this then I would instead be working on the weekends. Man this calls to me though. My hope is once they are adults I will shift to this!
I worked at cedar point for many years and while the hours are long, it’s one of the best jobs I’ve ever had. And that was when the pay was anywhere between $6.50 - $8.50 an hour. Now they pay $20 an hour and I’m really considering going back 🤣
can never get tired of the narration.
I agree. I love listening to his voice.
I grew up at Dollywood, my mom has worked there since it was Silver Dollar City along with several of my aunts. The sign that reads Hale's Farm is for them.(mostly my mom since she's been there the longest. Also the one talking about berries is for my aunt cricket who opened and closed the once Ice cream parlor that sat beside the Mill in craftsman Valley. I myself worked there for 15years (since i was 16) i meet my husband there and i left once we had our child. I know lots of SECRETS if u want help on your next Dollywood trip just let me.
Thats an awesome story! I do always love learning more about the park
Coaster channels are everywhere, but it's rare to find one that incorporates great storytelling with a bit of emotional appeal beyond just seeking adrenaline. You're doing a great service by showing the real value of these parks, and you've elevated my expectations of what a good coaster channel looks and feels like. It's not just about credits and rankings and how much airtime a ride offers. Such things have their appeal only among a small set of parkgoers. You show us the universal appeal and value of a visit to these places.
It's great to see this convergence of love for parks, coasters, storytelling and videography. This is among my favorite YT channels ever, and I hope you'll stick around for a long time.
Ahh, this park has changed so much since I worked there in 1980 when it was still called Silver Dollar City. To be able to see some of the wood carvings and statues that were crafted by a dear friend and the train where we would re-create train robberies. Of course, can't forget the Smokehouse and Ice Cream Parlor, and Grist Mill. So many wonderful memories!
Biggest secret of Dollywood that some don’t know but some remember....Silver Dollar City....
That’s what I say it do much like silver dollar city
And before that was it was Gold rush Junction.
@@roxanneholt-abernathy3698 and before that was Rebel Railroad. Grew up at this park since 1957.
I love that place!!!
Before all of this the land was sold by the mccarters to help pay for a funeral and cover some debt.
It blows my mind every time I watch a video from this channel that it doesn't have millions of subscribers. I know every TH-camr says it and the message gets lost but seriously - like, share and subscribe to this dude's content so it can get the respect it deserves.
Thank You so much for that!
I currently work and let me say, you’re absolutely right about everything! Dolly loves her hosts and it’s amazing the things that Dollywood does for us.
How much you make? $10 an hour? Dollywood is currrenty building an “International housing complex” to bring in and house foreign workers because the people that live here can’t afford to live off of the wages the park pays…you must be a performer…
@@jaceedgie7964 I make $14.79 an hour. I’m a ride operator!
I’m not sure how I got recommended this video, but I’m grateful I did. New subscriber here. I’ve always respected Dolly for her down to earth view of family. She’s always seemed genuine, and lived by example. Most of us know her songwriting and singing talent, but forget how much she has invested back in the area she calls home. I’ve been interested in her theme park for many years, but until your video, I didn’t realize just how much she had developed around the whole area. I love the history she has preserved, and all of the personal touches are quite impressive. Kudos on a great video. I look forward to seeing more of them.
Thank you so much for the kind words and the support!
Both of the fire-fighting themed rides at Dollywood reeeally show how important firefighters are in Appalachian culture. Forest Fires are a big thing here, and those volunteers are usually the only line of defense.
I didn't think I could love Dolly more and here you go and prove me wrong.
Great video!
I’m as old as Dollywood, and raised here in the smokies. I have been going to DW my whole life. Thanks for sharing. Gives me something new to notice and point out to my own kids.I still miss the old slidewinder, and the Thunder Express coaster, as well as that little blue log flume, even the flooded mine. It’s great that they have always stuck to the theme. It’s grown and changed but still has that same feeling that it always has.
Thank You! I wish I could have rode Thunder Express before they sold it
Very nice video. I worked at Dollywood from 1992-1993 and had the best time. I first got hired as a carnival games attendant and then moved into the magic shop (as a professional magician, thats where I wanted to go first, but had to wait until I could get a contract to work there), selling and demonstrating magic tricks, as well as doing mini magic shows for groups. Gret times!
It always blows my mind seeing how much attention to detail Dollywood puts into the park. Seeing these secrets has me even more excited to visit the park! Amazing video as always!
Thank You! Yes they really do put so much detail in the smallest things
I think I now have a new found respect for this park with this video. Especially the last thing you showed! Really cool of the park to mark someone’s legacy for dedicating 30 years to the park!
I thought that was really neat too!
you know it’s a great day when okaycoasters uploads
Thank You for the support!
I went to Dollywood a couple of days ago and when I was waiting in line for the fire chaser I finally noticed it I love that detail
Excellent video! So glad this showed up in my recommends. My favorite little detail in the park is the prayer request book in the chapel. I’ve written so many major life events, good and tragic, in those books over the years. Excited to check out the rest of your channel!
Thanks so much!
Excellent video about the Happiest Place On Earth. I've been to other theme/amusement parks, there's just something special about Dollywood. It's like her love, enthusiasm for life and down home personality permeate the the whole experience.
The quality of these videos are nuts
Your videos are a cut above every other coaster channel around! Thanks for the awesome content! Give this man more subscribers!!!
Thank You!
Agreed!
I really appreciate this video, I just recently went to Dollywood on the 6th of April this year and this video helped me open my eyes a little more to the park. It also helped me appreciate Dolly Parton as a person with the Owens Farm stuff. Thank you!
Something many people don't know, Dollywood used to be an amusement park named Silver Dollar City. One of the rides I clearly remember was the mine shaft boat; think of the It's A Small World ride, but this one was mine themed. The name of the mining company is Silver Dollar, a nod to what the park used to be named, and the ride is a bit of a nod to the mine shaft boat ride.
Silver Dollar City is owned by the same company, but I didn't know Dollywood was ever also named SDC.
I saw a sign on one of those places saying silver dollar. Silver dollar city is what the park was called before Dollywood. I’ve been to both.
I saw that one as well, and like you I too have been to both. A good nod to the past.
I'm a season pass holder. As many times as I've been, it's always magical and learn something new. January of last year, I stayed at Dream More and saw that box. There are many other quirky things throughout the park. They also have the best coasters and staff.
Watchin before I go into work at Dollywood I love my job so much and love this video great content I learned a few things!
Just like when I'm leaving the park after a great Dollywood day, I'm crying watching this. So so good! Thank you for sharing!
I've personally noticed a few things along the route of the Dollywood Express. Though recently removed, there was a moonshine still, but that's not the main thing I'm talking about. Next to the track outside of Wildwood Grove, there used to be an old stagecoach. That stagecoach was on the property as far back as the days of Rebel Railroad and Gold Rush Junction. When the park was Rebel Railroad, the stagecoach sat, tipped on its side where soldiers or bandits would hide and wait for the train to pass. Also, another secret of the train is the existence of two other engines. Everyone knows 192 and 70 have always been running those tracks, but few people have ever known of 71 and 72. Engine 71 arrived along with 70. It's tender was used as a spare when 70s was out of service. 71 ended up being used for parts and replacements, and never ran. 72 has a different story. 72 was mostly destroyed in a roundhouse fire in Skagway, Alaska. The engine was beyond repair, so a few of her remains were scattered along the route of the Dollywood Express as decorations.
Dollywood is my home park and I've been going since 1992... I've never been more impressed with a youtube video than I am right now... You knocked it out of the park... I got chills at the end
Wow thank you so much I really appreciate it
I haven't been to Dollywood in over 2 years since Covid hit. Me and my family are going this week on Saturday, so I'm pretty excited.
I went to Dollywood last weekend.
Beautiful park!!!!
I love the vibe tooooooooo
I wanna go back!!
How much did it cost?
Good question
Did u make it 2 Opryland before it was gone
Im from the area and grew up going all the time. I never understood how special it is until i got a little older.
Oh boy. 3 more parts of this? Your going to persuade me to apply at dollywood rather than cedar point or kings island! When i saw that there was a new video by you today, i was ligit jumping for joy!😄 GREAT video as always, keep up the good work.
Wow Thanks so much!!!
Glad to see how much your channel has grown. That being said, you still deserve way more subscribers. Your passion for theme parks shows in the quality and depth in all your videos. Every video feels like a short movie. Best coaster channel on TH-cam hands down. Amazing job sir!
Thank You so much! Really appreciate it
On my bucket list...
This is absolutely beautiful!! Makes one of my favorite parks ever that much more special to me. Frankly my favorite video you’ve put out this far.
Many say Dolly Parton is a ‘national treasure’. You sir have become our national treasure in the coaster TH-camr community. Thank you for your dedication and hard work!
Wow, thank you!
As I’m at Dollywood at the time of posting eating lunch. Another reason to appreciate this park.
Let's not forget the whole park is shaped like a butterfly, it becomes more and more noticeable as new additions are added to the park. Then there's the timeloop that someone mentioned in the comments, that part of the park is finished now and a new theme is being made with wildwood grove(Tbh, I believe once wildwood grove is finished it'll give the biggest surprise yet).
You're a treasure on TH-cam! I hope to run into you one day at a park
Thank You so much!!!
Gotta love Dolly🦋ood!!!!
Your narration is impeccable. I enjoyed listening to you speak. Beautiful story telling.
Thank You!
Dude, you are on such another level....
that ending gave me chills. everything you say has so much gravity for something so chill haha. great videos cant wait for more and for my 1st Dollywood trip
Thank you so much!!
Anyone else notice the “closed” sign on the Lightning Rod poster at the end 😂
For the lightning rod when I first decided to check it out it was actually open but I had already ridden so many rides so after that ride I threw up and had to leave but I had tons of fun making memories
Thank you for this video! It came in handy on my trip there! My personal favorite is the easter egg of the mouse.
Thank you for these great videos,they are so insightful.We visited in 2018 and did not go since pandemic started,but coming this May and can’t wait.Thanks for all your great advice!
Excellent video. Just finished watching your vid with my grandson he to,d me to tell you he loved it. Looking forward to taking my grandkids to Dollywood June/23. We’ll be watching your other videos, very informative, ready to rediscover on my own those little secrets.
Looking forward to visiting Dollywood soon. Thank you for the videos. I like the posters of employees, I'll be looking for them.
One of our favorite places to go..
as a fellow youtuber i cannot understand why you dont have more subs because your video editing skills are off the charts! and dont even get me started on the cinematography and camera work
Thank You!
I’ve never been more excited for a series of videos!!
Thanks!!!
That was an awesome video, I've been to Dollywood hundreds of times and I really thought it was cool. My brother was a Knoxville City Fireman. He was one of the fireman who was there the day the park dedicated the firechaser His signature is on one of the hoses. He passed away in December. So that ride is very special to me. I like the way you talked about it and the fireman. Thanks.
Thank You for sharing that story!
i worked there as a teen for 3 years,my grandmother was there for almost 30 years and retired from there,she has multiple pictures taken with dolly.i remember when it was still silver dollar city
YES I do love a good okay coasters video
This is really cool! I was waiting in line and I saw the hoses too! I was surprised to see them and wondered why they had so much signatures on them! Keep up the great work!
I had no idea that the chapel in Craftsman Valley actually had services on Sunday. Kinda cool!
I hope you realize just how special all of your videos are. Each of your videos are so well thought out and beautifully done! Thank you for sharing and keep up the amazing work! I look forward to each of your uploads!
Thank You so much for the kind words! I really appreciate that!!!
this is so cool, your a huge inspersion to me and without you i wouldn't have started my channel.
Thank you for another great video. I’m going to be so prepared for my visit during the first week of June (from Tampa) thanks to you.
Also, it’s always cute to hear you say ‘eck-specially’, lol.
I work at the sister water park Splash Country and I am glad you enjoyed it
This is the best video about Dollywood I've seen in a real long time thanks a bunch.
I've been many times but never knew the history, that is awesome. Just subscribed.
Dollywood is number one on my list of parks to visit. This video only confirms it's place on that list. I especially loved the detail about the fire hoses. Thanks for another first class video experience.
Thank You! It’s such a wonder park!
I can’t stop thinking about when I’m going back to Dollywood
Well done sir. The family will visit the park for the first time soon.
I always look forward to your uploads, and these Dollywood videos are hitting the spot. Your voice is so calming, and matches the ambience of the park perfectly!
Thank You so Much!!!!
Been working at dolly wood for a while love working there and work at the mm most these secrets are perfect
Okay coasters, I have to say, I have seen thousands of theme park videos across many channels and yours are some of the best! The quality is phenomenal, the B roll is perfectly incorporated to a wonderful narrative that you have created, you care about these parks. You have wonderful videos and I am so excited to see this channel blow up!
Thank You so much! I really appreciate the kind words!
So glad I came across your channel! I really enjoyed it!! I love Dollywood and Pigeon Forge!
Love this series of videos. Gonna use these tidbits of info for when I get out there.
Thank You!!!
Living close to Dollywood, I appreciate your attention to detail!
Dollywood is my go to amusement park, it has an amazing history, the coasters are AMAZING! Plus also kid-friendly, if your child is special needs and can”t wait in line you csn go get a special pass that allows you to jump the line (do not abuse it)
More Dollywood please ! And thank you !!
Outstanding. This is seriously outstanding.
Thank You!
Can't wait for the next few videos!!!!! Soooo incredibly helpful.
I literally love all of these videos man! I thought I knew a lot of things about Dollywood with it being my home park, but these caught me by surprise! I also have a new love for Tennessee Tornado's theming. lol Im excited for the rest of this video series!
Thank You!
Great video of a great theme park. You should come out to Branson MO to Silver Dollar City I would love to see a compare and contrast video since the two parks are primarily owned by the same company.
Heading to Dollywood in august and you’re video makes me so much more excited! Looking forward to the other three videos :)
Ok man. I'm gonna say it knowing full well I might disagree with myself when the next in this series is uploaded. This is your best yet! By far imo!
I've now watched every one of your vids from way back in the beginning and your chops are so study. The shots, the angles and all that are killer, but it's your story telling. The blending of feelings associated with places such as Dollywood. This one transcends.
And.... you made me cry just a little bit at the end with those posters. I was sincerely touched. That Dolly. I love her so much and the stories of her giving heart have no end, but those posters. That's some covert love and respect right there.
You're the best out there dude. I mean that.
Thank You so much for the kind words!!!!
@@Okaycoasters you bet. It's sincere man
LOVE seeing more uploads, especially about Dollywood!!! Keep up the good work!!
Thanks!!!
First video of yours that I have seen and you nailed it! You're truly one of the best! Subscribed and back cataloging.
Thank You!!!
Dude!!! You really are awesome!!! I appreciate your view of amusement parks. You take time to appreciate all of it. Thank you for opening our eyes to some good knowledge. Can’t wait to see all the series plus what’s all to come.
Thank you.
Dolly a dude ... right on with that...
Going to Dollywood 8/23.... great video and information my friend!
Sheeesh ur videos are amazing man, keep it up!
Thanks a ton!
Wow I’ve never seen such a detailed and well-done video of my favorite theme park🤩 I instantly subscribed. Great video!
Thanks for the sub!
If I could link you up with Coaster Idiot Ryan, you two could run this piece! You're amazing man!
You got me really excited for the trip with this one.
I bought the season pass a couple weeks ago on my fist trip to the park. Great videos and very helpful. Can’t wait to be back this weekend
Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy that season pass
..the mouse is my favorite ..thanks for the tour ..from New Zealand
Ok, the editing bit at the end won my subscribe!
I have been there 4 times. My first visit was in July 1987 and my most recent was in October 2014. I hope to make it back there this year.
Love what I've seen of your channel so far! I'm going on a trip to Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge area and you've definitely made me very excited for Dollywood! Awesome video, thank you for all you do!
Thank You so much! Hope you have a great trip!
Assuming you like cats based on your name, go check out the cat house in pigeonforge if you haven’t already
i love this...very cool, the history and secret spots, thanks...I need to go check this park out!
just subscribed!
Thanks for the support!
Great Production as always
Much appreciated!
Great video I hope you enjoyed visiting our town
These are so cool and make me want to do back even more to just see them
Thank You!!!!
Me currently staying at dream more at the moment: I NEED TO FIND IT
So interesting I noticed a lot of this and didn’t know why like the random mine cart in the tree thank you for this video
A bit of insight on Tennessee Tornado's mine theme... T.T sits on the site of the old 1980's-90's "Thunder Express" roller coaster. The ride was themed as an out of control mine train. The building/line que where you board Tennessee Tornado was repurposed rather than replaced. We live an hour or so from Dollywood and I can remember many of the old rides well. I remember going to Jukebox Junction on a church trip the week that it opened back in 1995, and still have the commemorative glass coke bottle Dollywood had made to celebrate J.J's grand opening.