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The park straddles the ridgeline of the Great Smoky Mountains, part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which are a division of the larger Appalachian Mountain chain. The park contains some of the highest mountains in eastern North America, including Clingmans Dome, Mount Guyot, and Mount Le Conte.
Aug 11, 2022 · Plan Your Visit. From black bears to salamanders, old-growth forests to spring wildflowers, log cabins to gristmills... the park offers myriad opportunities for exploring and discovering both the natural and cultural history of these ancient mountains.
Jan 26, 2023 · This article was first published Jan 26, 2023 and updated Jan 23, 2024. Great Smoky Mountains is one the US's favorite national parks. From hiking and kayaking to spending a day at Dollywood, here are the area's best activities.
Jun 30, 2022 · Whether you want lunch by the river or a snack with a mountain view, one of our ten picnic areas has it. Viewing Wildlife From black bears to elk, white-tailed deer to Yellow Warblers - learn how to improve your chances of spotting wildlife in the park.
Mar 28, 2019 · Smoky Sunset Fog lingers among the forested hills of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which spans the southern Appalachians along the border between Tennessee and North Carolina. Water...
May 15, 2020 · Jagged mountain peaks, verdant forests and cascading waterfalls set the stage for big adventure in the Great Smoky Mountains, one of America’s best-loved national parks. Spread across 500,000 acres in the Southern Appalachian range, the park is a four-season wonderland, famous for both its colorful spring wildflowers and the fiery blazes of ...
Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Stretching over more than 200,000 ha, this exceptionally beautiful park is home to more than 3,500 plant species, including almost as many trees (130 natural species) as in all of Europe.
