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America’s Most Visited National Park.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

More than 11 million people visited Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2016, a record number and more than twice the number that typically visit the Grand Canyon (the second most popular park). Highlights include the hiking trails, waterfalls and tremendous views from Clingmans Dome and the rest of the mountain peaks in the area.

Open / Close / Reopening Status of Great Smoky Mountains National Park due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

More information about Great Smoky Mountains

Last Updated: May 2, 2020

Busiest Months

Hiking Trails:

Recent Bird Sightings

Fishing

Fishing

You must have either a valid Tennessee or North Carolina fishing license to fish in the park. To buy a TN license online, click here.

Current Astronomy Chart

current night sky over Gatlinburg

Courtesy of the AstroViewer night sky map.

Weather Forecast:

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Average Temperature (Monthly)

Radar:

Campgrounds:

Cades Cove Campground
160 Sites

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Cataloochee Campground
27 Sites

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Cosby Campground
157 Sites

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Elkmont Campground
211 Sites

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Smokemont Campground
137 Sites

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Some Hotels and Other Lodging Options:

Vacation Packages:

Upper Pigeon River Rafting Tour, $39.26 via Viator

Small-Group Guided Hike to Waterfalls, $40 via Viator

Family-Friendly Rafting Tour of Lower Pigeon River, $32.68 via Viator

Helicopter Tour of Smoky Mountain Valley, $76.83 via Viator

Roundtrip Flights to Knoxville

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