Great Smoky Mountains National Park

107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN, 37738

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is America's most visited national park.

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    Amenities

    • Arts and Culture
    • Live Music
    • Auto and ATV
    • Scenic Driving
    • Astronomy
    • Stargazing
    • Biking
    • Road Biking
    • Camping
    • Backcountry Camping
    • Car or Front Country Camping
    • Horse Camping (see also Horse/Stock Use)
    • Group Camping
    • RV Camping
    • Fishing
    • Freshwater Fishing
    • Fly Fishing
    • Food
    • Picnicking
    • Guided Tours
    • Self-Guided Tours - Auto
    • Hands-On
    • Citizen Science
    • Hiking

    About Great Smoky Mountains National Park

    Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is America's most visited national park. Plan your visit today!