Review:

Cades Cove is a popular destination in Great Smoky Mountain National Park, accessible via a loop road that circles the area.

This gorgeous valley is surrounded by the high mountains of the Great Smokies and offers some spectacular views for visitors, who often spot wildlife such as black bears, coyotes, deer, and turkey while they are sightseeing.

The road to the cove is open to vehicles except when posted, and along the drive visitors may find old churches, barns, mills, and houses from the 18th and 19th centuries.

Hikers will enjoy the trek to Abrams Falls or Thunderhead Mountain, or a short jaunt along the Cade's Cove Nature Trail.

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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