What is the bag policy at Dollywood?

There is no limit to the number of bags you can bring into Dollywood listed on the Dollywood Website. However, you should consider what you are willing to carry around all day.



People Also Ask

There's so much to see and do at Dollywood. Since you'll likely be there all day (or two), a backpack is probably one of the best bags to bring if you must bring something. Better than a purse, carrying a bag on your back will keep you hands-free and give you an extra place to store your beverage, keys and keepsakes.

MORE DETAILS

Weapons and alcoholic beverages are not permitted on Dollywood Property.

MORE DETAILS

Dollywood does not permit visitors to bring food or drinks into the park, although attendees are welcome to leave to eat elsewhere and return that same day. Otherwise, a variety of excellent options for dining and snacks are available onsite.

MORE DETAILS

Daily Refill Mugs The One-Day Unlimited Refills Mug allows guests FREE refills on the day of redemption, then $1.99 (plus tax) for fountain refills and $2.99 (plus tax) for frozen refills throughout the 2023 season. This is the perfect option for guests who are visiting the park once, or only a few times year.

MORE DETAILS

Spring and Winter are less visited seasons at Dollywood. Generally, you'll find Dollywood is most crowded in summer and fall. While going to Dollywood in the low season is ideal, visiting on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday during summer is the best way to dodge crowds and long lines.

MORE DETAILS

Should you bring them or do we have them? We recommend you bring towels for your day at the water park. While towels are available to purchase, they are not provided. (If you're in the market, we offer two Dollywood's Splash Country towels for $25.)

MORE DETAILS

Standard Parking However, parking is FREE if you purchase a Dollywood Gold or Diamond Season Pass. Initial parking fee is non-refundable for Gold and Diamond Season Passholders. Free parking applies for visits after Gold or Diamond Season Passes are purchased.

MORE DETAILS

What payment types do you accept? Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, organizational checks & cash.

MORE DETAILS

You'll be on your phone a lot, so you'll want to bring a portable charger, too. You can purchase a charger if you forget yours. You can download the Dollywood app on your phone and use its GPS to easily get from one ride to the next.

MORE DETAILS

You may leave the park and come back same-day, but Dollywood must stamp your hand. Make sure you have your ticket to show at the gate when you return. You can bring your own or Dollywood offers strollers for rent on a first-come, first-served basis.

MORE DETAILS

Can we bring our own food and drinks into Dollywood? According to their website, Dollywood does not allow coolers, outside food or drinks into the park.

MORE DETAILS

It's also easy to forget Dollywood is really a park tailor-made for uncooperative weather. A majority of outdoor attractions operate in steady, light rain and only close when there is lightning and heavier downpours.

MORE DETAILS

Tips for your first trip to Dollywood's Splash Country
  1. Get there early. ...
  2. Use the lockers at the wave pool area. ...
  3. Flip flops and water shoes. ...
  4. Bring refillable water bottles. ...
  5. Eating lunch around normal lunch hours. ...
  6. Top items to bring. ...
  7. Don't be afraid to go on rainy days. ...
  8. Head to the beginning of the park if things get busy.


MORE DETAILS

As for the rush through the gate, we often see crowds from around 10 a.m. until about noon. The secret is to arrive early so you can be in line before that rush. Or, wait until early afternoon so you can capitalize on playtime while a lot of folks are looking for lunch.

MORE DETAILS

If you've got an open schedule and can afford to plan your whole trip around the best time to visit Dollywood, opt for April or September, both sunny and beautiful times of year without being too hot. (Make sure if you go in spring to avoid Spring Break week, though.)

MORE DETAILS

I typically squeeze in my trips to Dollywood in one day, and I've enjoyed every one of them. The one time I took two days to visit Dollywood, I enjoyed it even more! Some would say three days is even better! For some of us, however, we are burdened by time constraints and all we have is one day at Dollywood.

MORE DETAILS

In addition to refillable mugs, Dollywood also offers refillable popcorn buckets. There's nothing quite as satisfying as filling up on delicious kettle corn as you walk to the next fun activity in the park, and you'll only have to pay for the bucket once, and refills are $0.99!

MORE DETAILS

Each guest may bring in one unopened bottle of water, which can be refilled at stations throughout the park. Free cups of ice water are also available. One more thing worth noting: Dollywood does not serve alcohol inside the park.

MORE DETAILS