Great Smoky Mountains Parkway - Wikipedia
WEBThe Great Smoky Mountains Parkway is a highway that travels 23.4 miles (37.7 km) between the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Interstate 40 (I-40) in Kodak, Tennessee, in East Tennessee. It serves as the main thoroughfare for Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Sevierville, and includes a 4.3-mile (6.9 km) spur of the Foothills Parkway.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
WEB2 days ago · 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!
The Complete Travel Guide to the Foothills Parkway in Great Smoky ...
WEBAug 18, 2020 · The latter covers a vast 500,000 acres across the Great Smoky Mountains and draws the most visitors to any national park site in the country. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a haven for outdoor recreation, scenic auto touring routes, wildlife, and peaceful escapes into the mountains.
The Ultimate Road Trip: Driving the Foothills Parkway
WEB2 days ago · The Foothills Parkway, in concept, is a 72-mile congressionally approved parkway, offering an exceptional driving and access experience around the northern half of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. When is the Best Time to Visit the Smoky Mountains? Your Decision Making Guide.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Region - Blue Ridge Parkway
WEBMar 16, 2021 · The Great Smoky Mountains National Park – located just beyond the southernmost end of the Blue Ridge Parkway in the states of North Carolina and Tennessee – encompasses 800 square miles of which 95 percent are forested. The park is open year-round.
Hiking - Great Smoky Mountains National Park (U.S. National Park Service)
WEBAug 7, 2024 · Five miles roundtrip is a good maximum distance for novices. Hiking with children? Kid-friendly hikes are an excellent way to learn and enjoy the outdoors. Thinking about a multi-day backpacking trip? Reservations and permits are required for all overnight stays in the park's backcountry.
Plan Your Visit - Great Smoky Mountains National Park (U.S.
WEBSep 10, 2024 · Great Smoky Mountains National Park covers 522,427 acres, divided almost evenly between Tennessee and North Carolina. Learn about the many areas of the park below to begin planning your Smokies adventure.
The Ultimate Guide to the Foothills Parkway in the Smoky Mountains
WEBSep 1, 2022 · Learn all about the history and beautiful drive along the Foothills Parkway in the Smoky Mountains in this ultimate guide.
15 Best Things to Do in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
WEBJul 23, 2024 · That’s right, the famed Blue Ridge Parkway begins in Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Why not hit the parkway when you’re done visiting the Smokies and wind your way all the way up to Shenandoah National Park in Virginia?
First-timer's guide to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
WEBAug 21, 2018 · Jagged mountain peaks, verdant forests and cascading waterfalls set the stage for big adventure in the Great Smoky Mountains, one of America’s best-loved national parks.