Jul 30, 2025 · 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 …

Feb 25, 2025 · Plan your visitAn official form of the United States government. Provided by Touchpoints

Jun 30, 2022 · Hiking Feel the cool spray of a waterfall. Camp under the stars. Explore a historic mill. There's plenty to see and do in the park!

Apr 3, 2025 · Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the borders of the states of Tennessee and North Carolina. The three main entrances to the park are in Gatlinburg, TN; Townsend, TN; and …

Oct 31, 2025 · Straight Fork and the one-way section of Balsam Mountain Road (Heintooga Round-Bottom Road) are closed. More View conditions on map

Dec 10, 2016 · Check out the park's webcams and photo galleries. News Browse press releases and archived new stories. Park Management Want to know how many people visit the park? Check out …

Nov 14, 2025 · Here you can pick up a park map or newspaper, have your questions answered, and purchase books and guides to the park. For current ranger-led activities, visit the park's calendar for …

May 7, 2025 · Requires hiking several miles to a site located in the park's backcountry. Frontcountry - camping near your car in a developed campground that has restrooms with cold running water and …

Sep 17, 2025 · Trails throughout the park vary in difficulty based on mileage, elevation gain, terrain, and weather. Most trails in the Smokies are out-and-back, with very few loop hikes available.

Jan 6, 2025 · Trails, backcountry campsites, and shelters may have warnings or closures. Check current trail closures before coming to the park.