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Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Ridge upon ridge of endless forest straddling the border between North Carolina and Tennessee, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the largest protected areas in the Eastern United States. World renowned for the diversity of its plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, and the depth and integrity of its wilderness sanctuary, the park attracts over nine million visitors each year. Once a part of the Cherokee homeland, the Smokies today are a hiker's paradise with over 800 miles of trails. Click on the In Depth link for our expanded web pages featuring information about accommodations, camping, fishing, ranger-led programs, rules concerning pets, and more. Additional trip planning information is available by clicking on the Plan Your Visit link at right. Road and Trail Closures Several roads in the park are currently closed. For updated road and weather information, call (865) 436-1200.