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TENNESSE/NORTH CAROLINA

Visitor Centers

Get your questions answered at Cades Cove, Sugarlands, Oconaluftee, or Clingmans Dome.

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TENNESSEE

Greenbrier

Greenbrier is a heavily forested cove in the park’s northeast area approximately 20 minutes east of Gatlinburg.

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NORTH CAROLINA

Fontana

Fontana is one of the most remote sections of the park. Find solitude, scenic cascades, spring wildflowers, and remnants of logging history.

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TENNESSEE

Cosby

Cosby is a less-traveled area on the northeast edge of the park near the communities of Cosby and Hartford. Enjoy peaceful trails and more.

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NORTH CAROLINA

Oconaluftee

Oconaluftee is the southern gateway to the Smokies neighboring Cherokee, NC, and the Qualla Boundary. Enjoy elk, trails, and more.

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NORTH CAROLINA/TENNESSEE BORDER

Kuwohi & Newfound Gap

Kuwohi & Newfound Gap area straddles the pinnacle of the Smokies where an important high-elevation pass connects the two sides of the park.

A visitor center with the NPS arrowhead on the building. Benches and paved walking areas in front.
TENNESSEE

Sugarlands

Sugarlands is the northern gateway to the Smokies near Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Several trails lead to peaceful streams and more.

A fanning waterfall falling over rocks framed by green vegetation.
NORTH CAROLINA

Deep Creek

The Deep Creek area just north of Bryson City and west of Cherokee, North Carolina, is celebrated for its many streams and waterfalls.

A rocky creek with small rapids framed by forest.
NORTH CAROLINA

Big Creek

In Big Creek, a dense forest has reclaimed the former site of a logging town. Today, find a shady campground, picnic area, and trails.

Last updated: September 19, 2024

Contact Info

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107 Park Headquarters Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Phone:

(865)436-1200

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