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

Hanover, Pennsylvania
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9.2 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

Park Headquarters Road closed

Park Headquarters Road is closed due to rehabilitation work on the Sugarlands water and wastewater systems. The Gatlinburg Trail is now fully open. Visitors can access the trail from Gatlinburg or the Sugarlands Visitor Center.

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PARK CLOSURE

Old NC 284 is closed from Cataloochee Creek to Cataloochee Valley

Old NC 284 is open from Big Creek to Cataloochee creek, however there is no access to Cataloochee Valley due to road damage.

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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. The 9-mile paved section of Balsam Mountain Road remains open; visitors may still access Balsam Mountain Campground.

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INFORMATION

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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