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!
Learn more about the park's fee program changes for 2023, including a new initiative: the Smokies Parking Tag program.
Camping details and reservation information.
Bears in the park are wild and their behavior can be unpredictable. Treat bear encounters with extreme caution!
Demand for parking often exceeds capacity. Come with a backup destination in mind and park responsibly with all wheels out of the roadway.
Enjoy wildlife viewing, historic homes and churches, and beautiful mountain scenery while biking or walking the 11-mile loop.
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!
Last updated: January 11, 2023
