Pigeon Forge Tourist Trap???Jurassic Jungle Boat Ride (2024)

[@JPVideos81]

Have you been on an attraction worse than this? Would you pay the cost of admission for this?

[@thereviewstudiosmovies]

I've almost taken my daughter to this, but we went to the Arcade instead.

[@radcubangamer5238]

How much is it to ride?

[@positiveprisonwifey6021]

$18.99 per adult!

[@mermaidgirl9232]

@@positiveprisonwifey6021..just for this one ride?

[@jebbthetrainkid1281]

No Way would I pay that much when there are several in my Family. That would add up. I also think some of those Attractions where you you sit in a seat and they take you across America like Beyond the Lens are ridiculously Priced way too high for a 6 minute Ride. It's like 30 bucks for an Adult.

[@barbara-pigeonbray4579]

Kids love dinosaurs and I think this ride has just enough drama not to be too scary for the younger ones . 🦕🦖👍💙

[@JPVideos81]

Kids will most likely enjoy it, but some of the sounds are a bit loud and last too long. Pricey for a large family, but can't say it's not unique.

[@littlejack6123]

I think the loud noise is necessary to keep the ride takers from falling asleep. Alas, these poor dinosauers are going extinct before our eyes.

[@JPVideos81]

😁

[@SR-zi6eo]

Thanks for taking us along, JP. $21.00 seems a little steep for me; but of course I’m living in the old days. It’s not my cup of tea, but it’s always fun when you take us along like you do your family. God bless! …..🌝

[@JPVideos81]

It was well worth it for $14, but $21 feels ya feeling light in the wallet.

[@phillipwest4352]

I would not go on this ride unless I was really bored...

[@christyhubbard8074]

I always thought Dark Rides were supposed to be a little cheesy, it adds to their charm and allure.

[@JPVideos81]

Many are cheesy, but there's different levels to them. This is on the lower end, but I still like it.

[@FabricFool]

For me-it’s all the “exit” signs that make it a truly immersive experience: “Giant” doors creeeeeak open to reveal…utter darkness but for a blue spot directly ahead, signifying…what? We do not know, for the enigma of this place is … well… enigmatic as heck. But there are 900 ways out! So we’re safe in case of fire. Or, say, dinosaur attack (they don’t read, so far as we’ve been told). What! A! Relief!

[@JPVideos81]

🤣

[@danielulz1640]

Thanks for taking us along. That was just kind of sad. It would be better if all of the figures were working properly, which obviously they were not. The admission price is utterly ridiculous!

[@JPVideos81]

For the price they charge, they should do some major upgrades and improvements.

[@danielulz1640]

One would think!​@@JPVideos81

[@autumna9601]

agreed

[@robasiansensation3118]

I feel HONORED to have ridden this beloved dark ride, and it's legendary for many reasons.

[@dianacanales2526]

"Snakes!! Why does it have to be snakes?!!" 😂I would definitely go on this ride! Cool sound effects and decent animatronics. I agree, it's a classic ride. Glad you had a fun time filming, Jay. Great job!😊💙

[@JPVideos81]

😁

[@rickrizzo-gfilmproducer1310]

Some rides are sufficient enough for a KZbin experience; no need or desire to actually be there. This is surely one of the top 10.

[@markwright9214]

This could be called Exit Sign the Ride!!

[@starcitycreations]

I know! I couldn't believe how many exit signs were in there!

[@Wellch]

Govt regulation?

[@solotraveler3]

WOW! I'm so glad you shot this. I, too, love old-school dark rides. I'm staying directly across the street in October. I might try it.

[@JPVideos81]

Glad to hear you're also a fan. Hope you enjoy it!

[@HackerHunter22]

I went here when I was around 9 and it scared me and nearly traumatized me, I actually thought no one would ever talk about it but someone did and I'm glad

[@williamwagner5693]

A thumbs up and comment for the live pigeon!

[@dizzydevil547]

Well it is Pigeon forge after all! the jurrasic ride wouldnt be complete with out a live pigeon JUST to remind you where you are ! 🤣😉 this looks a lot better than the AWFUL earthquake ride they have at Pigeon forge! at least its a bit better done ect! ... Im from the UK and allways wanted to get over to the USA and Pigeon forge / gatlingburg ect as apart from the OBV tourist trap stuff they have ( like this charging an exorbatant price in some cases) The area alsohas some great scenery and outstanding beauty and walking trails ....as they have dollywood ( MY main reason for wanting to visit as IM a big Dolly Parton fan have been since growing up in the 70s and 80s , the titanic museum ect that is also good) but as i said its just the scenery , trails ect that also attract me to the area ! ..Maybe one day i will get there to visit who knows?!

[@ashleyvandyke51]

Thanks for posting this! My husband and I are coming to Pigeon Forge in a few months and it's nice to be able to check out the entertainment options through a video.

[@JPVideos81]

It's a unique attraction. I have a video of Gatlinburg & Dollywood coming out so check them out.

[@swarple]

OH MY GOSH??? I rode this as a child and it scared the crap out of me! (And not in a good way lol.) Just the other day I was trying to describe to my mother, who didn’t go on it with us, how cheap and dark it was, and why it scared me so bad at the time. I think the cheapness of the animatronics made it much scarier for me. My younger sister absolutely lost her mind at the end with the snake, poor thing :( Gotta show this video to my mom though so she can see what I was talking about!

[@elguapo9628]

That joint could really use a tune-up. I think they have the ability to make something kinda nice out of it, but it'll take some money to make it look like a real ride, but they'd make it all back. It could go a long way with just some of that Vantablack-ish paint/fabric in certain places where they just have regular black paint. Messes with your depth perception and doesn't reflect any light. That would even work in the front room, there around the ceiling.

[@JPVideos81]

I'd also like to see some changes in scenes or props every few years so it gives you reason to come back.

[@brycevo]

They used to have rescued Jurassic Park Institute animatronics. Looks like they only have a couple left, and now the addition animatronics are in disrepair

[@Anthony-rb8ib]

Jurassic Park Institute?

[@adencreative7897]

​@Anthony-rb8ib it was something in japan where you would walk through areas jurrasic park themed with animatronics and live actors

[@alanstant9356]

I think it's an alright ride for kids to ride. Don't want it to be too scary but also enjoy the experience of it is the idea behind it. It's very awesome Jay and well worth it if you ask me.

[@gaylebrodt676]

I would definitely ride it, I think it's awesome and I love dark rides and stuff like this! It is a very classic ride but I do think the cost to ride it is a little high, although I would spend the money to ride it at least once. I think some of the dinosaurs and other animatronics need a little maintenance, but other than that, it seems like it would be a fun time and very entertaining. Looks like you had an enjoyable time for sure! Great video JP, thank you! 💙

[@JPVideos81]

It's an attraction that you either like or you dont. Price is high, especially for the family of 4 riding with me.

[@silvagto]

One manakin looked like it was from a department store, and the other looked like it was salvaged from a haunted house. Everything else looks like it came from a bunch of amusement park garage sales. Looks like it could be fun if you ride it while you’re baked😂😂

[@captainconstitution4238]

Manakin... 😱🤮😭😵‍💫 (Mannequin, perhaps?)

[@silvagto]

@@captainconstitution4238 nope! It’s “MANAKIN”! I stand by what I “ROAT”😜

[@musclecarmitch908]

Cool attraction, but the price could stand to be a little less, its hard to face the new inflation! Thanks for bringing us along JP!👍

[@sheilan6235]

This ride has definitely seen better days, it could use a lot of work and cleaning and a lot of the animatronics need repairs.its tired and sad. If I was in the area, I’d ride it once.

[@ville666sora]

You would think that since it's such a well known ride, they would want to be up to date with the repairs and such. It definitely has the potential to be better, but I guess the owner/s make enough money from tourists riding it once and being disappointed lol.

[@rosemadder5547]

I live here. I rode it back in the early 90s and have a few times since. It's just a pigeon forge staple. The best way to explain it, to me, is that it's stuck in the time it was built in.

[@rosemadder5547]

​@@ville666sora it's such a classic here in town, that I'd honestly be disappointed if they updated it lol I've rode this thing since I was a young kid (I'm 37 now). It's stuck in the time it was built, and for some reason, we like it that way 😅

[@robertmcdannold3757]

My favorite thing is the mannequins they have “lined up” outside the attraction trying to lend a busy vibe.

[@andrewplantagenet5811]

Thank you for sharing this. I love dark rides and even though this one appears to be only so so I would travel to Pigeon Forge just to experience it.

[@JPVideos81]

For anyone who enjoys dark rides, it's worth checking out.

[@katyann4198]

This ride has scared my kids and me since 2015 😂 we go to Pigeon forge almost every year & ride this. We close our eyes almost half of the time, so it's nice watching these videos because I can actually see everything. There used to be a huge t rex head animatronic that would pop out of the water back in the day that was absolutely terrifying. It's really sad so many of these animatronics aren't working.

[@JPVideos81]

Sounds like it was much better back in the day. Thanks for checking out the video.

[@sydsexton741]

Thanks for sharing this. After seeing this video we are definitely going to ride this one.

[@JPVideos81]

Have fun!

[@bonniekaye]

Thank you for sharing!!

[@delphi2123]

I rode this YEARS ago as a kid with my little brothers. They were terrified (the teenagers in the back dramatically screaming their lungs out really added to the ambience lol) Meanwhile, I sat in the boat wondering why we didn’t go to Dixie Stampede… at least they had food.

[@JPVideos81]

Haha

[@sharkyfish3492]

its like a bad movie... becomes a classic

[@JPVideos81]

Will have a cult following one day

[@shanewalters2565]

I personally like this ride, sure, it has its flaws and it may not be as high quality as the original Jurassic Park ride it was based on or any dark ride in general, but it's still very enjoyable and a great thing to have around for those young and old to experience. If it was really that bad, it would have shut down by now, but I can tell that all the money paid for the attraction goes into helping to maintaining it and its animatronics alongside acquiring new ones along the way to make things more interesting, unlike most tourist traps which don't even care, this one at least puts in the time and effort to entertain you, so I wouldn't necessarily consider this a tourist trap or the worst attraction out there. People are free to disagree with me and that's perfectly fine, but imo, this attraction is a cult classic that deserves to be cherished in may people's memories and I hope it stays around for many years to come

[@autumna9601]

Doesn't seem like it is maintained very well.....looked like many of the animatronics weren't working properly. My first impression was that the maintenance is horribly lacking. At 21.00 dollars, this is definitely a rip off.

[@PlancoandChill]

Hey JP I will be at Knoebels on Jun 1 if you are going to be there I would love to meet you! You were there last year when I was and we got that crazy storm.

[@JPVideos81]

That's too far away to know if I'll be there then. I'm looking forward to opening weekend.

[@adzadzy]

i think kids would like it, no good for adults, prices gone up everywhere its not cheap anymore to visit attractions, still a nice video to see :)

[@mime_exe]

This is exactly the weird type of bad midway attraction that I would love, but 21 dollars is a bit much

[@JPVideos81]

I agree

[@kathyfreeman5281]

Did you go to Dolly with the horses and stuff and dinner?Can't remember what it's called

[@dougyeager6812]

You should get them to give you a walk through tour. That would be worth watching

[@JPVideos81]

I may ask next time I visit

[@alexmc4529]

i live in the area and agree with you i think they could improve on is if they made the spider moving legs or moves forward and leans towards the riders a bit but not enough to touch them but enough to give a small scare

[@Steve-ow4jt]

I am a huge Jurrasic Park fan. I own every one of the movies, and with that being said, I was really hoping for a lot more action from the dinosaurs along with more over the top sound affects. Sure it seemed a little cheesy, but to keep it family friendly without scaring the pants off the younger ones, I suppose they had to keep it somewhat tame. Otherwise, as a dark ride, it seemed like it might be a great family attraction, even though the price seems a bit extreme. Great video. Thanks for the invitation to come along and will be looking forward to the next amazing adventure. Until then stay safe and God bless. Steve in Oklahoma

[@JPVideos81]

It was definitely worth the price in 2019, now it's maybe worth passing on.

[@sandrawilliamson9849]

its kitchy we go every time we visit .... i know its goofy but we love it just the same ....

[@JPVideos81]

It seems to have a cult like following with people like us. I'll still continue to do the ride when I visit.

[@joeyguffey4645]

My wife and i enjoyed the ride

[@EvelynLopez-g2s]

I enjoyed the video very much much! Reminded me of a ride in Playland Rye New York! Have fun in your next journey! ❤😊😊from Connecticut!

[@TriWaZe]

My dad and I went on this many years ago. Around when it first opened. I remember they had some kinda issues before we got on and when we got to the end the boat we were in actually started lifting up off the tracks and there was a layer of fog above us and it legit felt like we were going to get smooshed against the roof. Which I guess was the idea of something coming under and flipping the boat but with the issues prior it scared us that something was wrong. Needless to say even at that time it wasnt the best of rides and I remember my dad was a bit disappointed because most of the big stuff was on his side. Which I believe he was on the left side. Sad to see where it is now. Lots of stuff not even moving, its not like they arent pullin in good money to fix things up or to bring in something better

[@TriWaZe]

Oh and I remember seeing all those exit signs and there was actually a guy walking around with a flashlight because of the issues they were having. Which kinda took away from the experience a bit but what can you do

[@JPVideos81]

Very interesting. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@exohio]

When comparing to other 'single' attractions like this $21 isn't bad. But that doesn't mean I think it's worth it lol. Like that mountain coaster, the price is outrageous, but it's not 'bad' considering the cost of similar attractions. I guess they have to make their money somehow, but they could all offer something more for your buck. The mountain coaster for example, that price should guarantee you more than one ride, the cost of giving you 1 ride is no more than 2 or 3 or 4 rides even... Giving you 1 measly ride only, seems greedy to me. They got land, they can do trails and picnic areas too on top of it. There's plenty more they can do for value without increasing costs... I avoid these kinds of attractions, I think they're all outrageous, considering a ticket to Cedar Point or an amusement park is like $50-60 for the whole day. You are definitely getting your money's worth there. Idk... maybe I'm cheap 😆

[@dottiemccoy3123]

I liked it, but I watched the one in 2019 I think the attractions were better then . Thank you for sharing...

[@rosemadder5547]

Its just old. This was there when I was a kid (i grew up here in sevier county, pigeon forge/Gatlinburg). I dont know how its survived so long, but its been there since the early 90s at least, and I think that kind of explains the ride.

[@The_Queer_And_Chaotic_Crafter]

This is my all time favorite dark ride

[@Crybabysearthling222]

I freaking loved this place. I rode it when I was 7 and once when I was 10 I think about it to this day. This was my whole childhood. People say it’s cheesy but it was so freaking cool

[@JPVideos81]

It's one of a kind that's for sure.

[@the_floofiest_dino3367]

I loved that ride so much and hopefully ill ride it again someday

[@williamallen6934]

I think it's cool great for kids that like dinosaurs 🦖

[@johnmartin7182]

i liked the video always awesome content i like the ride

[@Carolb66]

Hi JP I like rides like this but $21 is quite steep. It was ok but ive seen better but fun for the smaller ones. Best dark ride for me is Haunted mansion at disney Florida. Thanks for sharing! ❤❤❤

[@JPVideos81]

That one is hard to beat

[@PhantomMidnight]

I rode this as a kid with my family, and we told stories for years about the ride with all of the exit signs and the broken animatronics. Glad to see nothing has changed. 😂

[@JovinGhoul23]

Alas, I have finally realized what the strange sound effect and light is at the beginning of the ride... Check out Ray Bradbury's "The Sound of Thunder" The time travel scene is almost identical!

[@chrisdodson9902]

They definitely need to update it, I don't think I would speed my money on that. Thanks for the video! 🦕🦖

[@SeleneSealight]

I remember going on this ride when I was like 6 and it was horrifying

[@jebbthetrainkid1281]

Should be Called "Jurassic Dark" Glad I Passed in this one.

[@Appalachianadventuresky]

They should hand out Shrooms/Acid at the entrance to make this enjoyable lol thank you for your sacrifice sir

[@mimig5357]

It seemed that alot of the animatronics needed repair. It was cheesy, but could be made better. Probably will not be riding this one. The ticket price is not worth it to me. Thank you for sharing!!💙

[@JPVideos81]

The timing needs to be adjusted on several of them as well.

[@aaronlane8276]

Take a shot every time you see an exit sign.

[@JohnCosper]

After several trips to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg as a family, we finally gave the Jurassic Boat Ride a chance in 2021. It was a surprise stop in Pigeon Forge for our kids, the first real trip since Covid. We decided on such a special occasion, this would be the time we finally tried the ride. Was it worth the money? For that moment in time and the laughter it brought us, yes. But I'm fairly certain none of us will be back. :)

[@JPVideos81]

Sometimes once is enough

[@carlavision6143]

JP, really enjoyed your video! That looks so cool!

[@scottkellogg8145]

The one I rode was water ride went through something like this than you went up hill with loud beeping noise then down into the water

[@JPVideos81]

At universal?

[@justanothermook6348]

bro i recognize that dinosaur skeleton in the storm section as a fucking _halloween decoration_ from home depot

[@m.hreels9822]

This is blasphemy how can you call this a bad experience. This is a classic attraction at pigeon forge! 😅❤🦖🦕

[@sonplusone7059]

I’m just my opinion, I would not pay the price for this ride. We both love rides, but I don’t think this one is worthy of the money and I could do something else that has more of a wow factor. Nowadays, more than ever, cost is a factor in everything. 🤗 loved watching you go thru it though.

[@JPVideos81]

I hear ya. Some love it, some could care less if they did it. It's unique, but many other things $21 bucks can go towards.

[@matthewschleicher9419]

Been on it’s once I’m good

[@behindthescenesphotos5133]

I'm guessing animatronic technicians don't grow on trees, even the bigger parks have that problem. Though, you think they could afford the repairs.

[@kevinoverbeck4250]

If it was $10 a person, Id ride it every time I came in.

[@gladyskravitzjr825]

Reminds me of the cheesy dinosaur place we went to in Scottsdale 😂

[@jaysonclark668]

Rode this last month with my two girls. The price itself is WAY too much for the deplorable ride. We sat in the dark for a good 2 min until we actually moved. The best part was when my 8 year old daughter asked to hop out of the boat to get a massage from one of the dinosaurs - just watch the raptors claws and you'll see what I mean. Make it $1 per person ride and I'm sure they'll drum up plenty of business

[@cherryspiker4426]

Noah liked it he says hi JP where have you been. thanks for sharing . ❤❤❤ Stay safe love ya

[@JPVideos81]

I've been here. Where you guys been? Haha

[@KeithAlumbaugh]

Looks like a place for a fun first date.

[@Elmerstudd007]

I absolutely love this craptastic gem of a tourist trap. I got off that ride and I said "that was terrible, I loved it!"

[@JPVideos81]

😁

[@Elmerstudd007]

@@JPVideos81 If you would like a comparison video, I took a pretty extensive video of my visit from about 2 years ago, take a look!

[@jasonlitz2907]

Quite interesting the baby stego, brachio and baby trike are all Stan Winston clones

[@jeffkilbourne]

Occasionally, when you do go to this attraction, you will experience it with lights on which is a little disappointing. The first time I wrote it was quite a few years ago. There was a lot of fog. It was so much better.

[@JPVideos81]

I do remember fog in the past. Seems upkeep is questionable.

[@TriWaZe]

Lol, lights on? That must look terrible. Youd see every nook and cranny that wasnt shielded off, the dinosaurs would all look even more fake, and nothing would surprise you. Not that much does now. The boat stops for prolonged periods with nothing happening. And even if something does, it reveals itself at grandpa pace

[@jackgunter5680]

This is the ride where baby's are made!

[@Wellch]

Babies.

[@charl10439]

It looks pretty neat!

[@bigjefe2]

This definitely could use a lot of work but I went on it today for the first time after seeing it, wasn’t really terrible but was also alone rode with no one and the eeriness and slowness of the ride does add a little scare but watching it definitely doesent look as bad as

[@roelf8653]

It ain't easy being cheesy. I visited Gatlinburg / Pigeon Forge 10 or 12 years ago. I hated it. I'll never go back. I didn't visit Dolly World. Maybe that's better.

[@Malien-xr7ux]

Yes, it's very nice.

[@TriWaZe]

My family used to go there a fair bit. Probably 5-6 times in my younger years. Although I have fond memories and its a great place to go if you never been, I started to realize the last time we went, which was many years after the previous times, that not a lot has changed. Pigeon Forge underwent new attractions in between our visits which was exciting but then even they kinda stagnated off. Gatlinburg was the real disappointer though. Place almost seemed frozen in time. Not one thing notably new and I wouldn’t be shocked if that were still the case. You got the Ripleys museum, the Star Cars, the subway ride, Indiana Jones mini golf. Used to have the optical illusion place. Ofc Cooters on the way there. They really need to overhaul it and make it exciting again. Out with the old and in with the new

[@projecttwentytwentyfiveisgreat]

In the Midwest we have Wisconsin Dells. Its the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge of the North. One visit to either is one too many.

[@VickyGeib-cg5tf]

Hi jp that was cool 😮

[@poisonapple2196]

I liked the ride! Super fun. I'd pay 10 dollars to ride it! 😁

[@wendyrocchietti7580]

I like this ride. Yes it's cheesy but it is fun especially with kids. Got to remember to take my grandson here. No I don't think it's the worst attraction in Pigeon Forge. I don't know what the worst attraction is here in Sevier County. I love having all of these thing to do here but most are a little pricey. Living here is a lot different than visiting. Thanks for the tour.

[@captainconstitution4238]

Is that Dinosaur World from the movie Clifford? That's totally Terry the Scary T-rex!

[@adampearce9078]

How can the owners even open it daily knowing that the animatronics don't even work? The ambiance is pretty good but both the static T-Rex's for instance completely ruin it..

[@meibaum123]

Pretty darn spooky. Endless exit signs so those dying of boredom or laughter can exit quickly

[@ksokie63]

Hey JP👋, it's all about the fun. So yes, I would ride it. But it sad there not keeping up with there attraction. But charging more.

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

Hope you visited the museum of crime cars. Autos.

[@PenntuckytheCrag]

Cool dinosaur art work

[@lisahamric44]

Cool, thanks!

[@terryciavola5962]

You made it fun JP but I think it needs some more put into it. I probably would ride it just because…..😝🤪

[@JPVideos81]

Haha, thanks

[@ramoin2612]

I think it’s a bit unfair to call it the worst attraction, but maybe it’s from America standards. I sure rode way worse in top theme parks in Europe.

[@truckdreamer44]

It’s TERRIBLE!! Lots of smoke, loud sounds, and a handful of dinosaurs. I’ve been there twice (for the kids) and it’s not better the second time around.

[@Nancy-kw8xz]

Hello JP no I wouldn't pay to go on this ride I guess it's just not my cup of tea thank you for showing us this ride take care love from upstate New York❤😊

[@ganjanamedtyler]

Went on it when i was 5 years old, im 18 in 2 weeks and i still think about them damn dino animatronics

[@macnammy6916]

Definitely cheesey. Another overpriced tourist trap, like most of Pigeon Forge. Twenty-one dollars a pop for this ride? But then Disney is charging something on the order of $110 a day for adnmission, and you might be lucky enough to get on a handful of attractions. It seems that folks have become very conditioned to accepting grossly inflated price structures for an abbreviated entertainment fix.

[@sandyseibelhager7131]

If my grandson wasn't such a chicken, I'd take him on it. He loves dinosaurs but he'd find this to be scary. $21 is a bit steep though.

[@nattramn6690]

Honestly I remember loving this as a kid but as an adult now I see all the issues it has. I think if bought by someone who actually has love for attractions it could be made into something better.

[@janiceokunami5955]

Its so bad its good!

[@JPVideos81]

Yes!

[@HauntFreak13]

8:38 oh snap! it’s the prehistoric police!

[@Jane_Dow]

I think the Dino's lipsinking is off. ( I know I spelled that wrong ). An your right their motorized mechanics are off too !

[@michaelgraham6233]

Its totally awesome!