Learn About the Park
OverviewSet in some of the oldest mountains on Earth, 814-square-mile Great Smoky Mountain National Park is so remarkably biodiverse that scientists haven't even come close to documenting every living thing that resides here.
Great Smoky National Park, North Carolina
Straddling the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, Great Smoky Mountains National Park blends rolling mountains, historic homesteads, and dense hardwood forests.
Top Stops
Top places to visit in Great Smoky National Park, from signature stops to easy additions for the trip plan.
Learn About the Park
Native AmericansThe Cherokee people have lived in the lands that now comprise the park for more than 1,000 years.
Explore Great Smoky
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Information
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Lodging
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Auto Tour
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Hiking
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Bicycling
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Point of Interest
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Waterfall
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Wildlife Viewing
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Fishing
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Horse Riding
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Picnicking
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Museum
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Restrooms
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Ranger Station
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Safety
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Accessibility
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Support
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