Great Smoky Mountains National Park

NC,TN
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!
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WEATHER INFO

Elevations in the park range from approximately 875 feet (267 meters) to 6,643 feet (2,025 meters) and the topography can drastically affect local weather. Temperatures can vary by 10-20 degrees Fahrenheit from mountain base to top, and clear skies lower down do not guarantee equally pleasant weather at higher elevations.

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DIRECTIONS INFO

Falls Church, Virginia
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9.9 hr
Great Smoky Mountains
Great Smoky Mountains National Park straddles the borders of the states of Tennessee and North Carolina. The three main entrances to the park are in Gatlinburg, TN; Townsend, TN; and Cherokee, NC.
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PARK CLOSURE

Single-Lane Closures on Gatlinburg Spur

The park will conduct single-lane closures on the Gatlinburg Spur from July 27-30 to complete essential maintenance. Northbound lane closures are scheduled from July 27 through July 28, and southbound lane closures are scheduled July 29 through July 30. The closures will take place from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day

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PARK CLOSURE

Park Headquarters Road is closed

Park Headquarters Road is closed due to rehabilitation work on the Sugarlands water and wastewater systems.

INFORMATION

Cades Cove Loop Road is closed to motor vehicles every Wednesday

Cades Cove Loop Road is closed to motor vehicles every Wednesday through September 30. This allows pedestrians and cyclists to enjoy the cove without the presence of vehicles on the roadway.

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PARK CLOSURE

Straight Fork and the one-way section of Balsam Mountain Road closed.

Straight Fork and the one-way section of Balsam Mountain Road (Heintooga Round-Bottom Road) are closed.

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Most visitors need a parking tag

All vehicles parking for longer than 15 minutes require a parking tag. Three tag durations are available for purchase for all vehicle sizes and types: Daily ($5), Weekly ($15), or Annual ($40).

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