Encompassing over 800 square miles of stunning natural beauty and diversity, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the US, straddling the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. The best way to see a reasonable amount of the park is to set off on a scenic drive – there are over 300 miles of roads to explore that will lead you to a variety of view points and historic sites and through miles and miles of towering forests.

There are dozens of hiking and biking trails, several campgrounds and campsites, horseback riding trails, and excellent opportunities for year-round fishing and brilliant wildlife watching. Downloading the Smoky Mountains App for your phone is a great way to plan your visit.

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