National Parks

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.

107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Attraction Categories

🏞️National Parks

Seasonal Availability

Year-round

Park Details

Best SeasonYear-round
HighlightsDiversity of plant and animal life, ancient mountains, Southern Appalachian mountain culture, Cades Cove, hiking, elk viewing, black bears.
Time NeededMulti Day
Entrance FeeA parking tag is required to park for longer than 15 minutes.
Camping AvailableYes

Nearby Airports

GATLINBURG-PIGEON FORGE

12 miles

Getting There

107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg, TN 37738