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Great Smoky Mountains

National Park

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park boasts over a half million acres of protected land.

The park is home to a wide variety of plants and animals, including black bears, deer, turkeys,

foxes, and thirty species of salamanders. Because the land was originally home to Appalachian
communities, the park has several historic sites with original buildings for visitors to view.

Experience one of the Park’s most popular sights, Cades Cove Loop Road-an 11 mile

scenic drive with opportunities to view wildlife in its natural habitat. Whether you enjoy birding,

wildflower hunting, outdoor photography, hiking, enjoying a mountain overlook, or sitting beside

a waterfall, the GSMNP will be sure to delight!

Parking passes are required if parking in the boundaries of the park for more than 15 minutes.

There is no cost if you are simply driving through the park.

Day Pass: $5 Week Pass: $15 Annual Pass: $40

For information on park hours and closings, visit their website:

nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/cadescove.htm

Please see our hiking, fishing, picnic, and scenic drive pages

for more activities available in the park.

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