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!
US 441/Newfound Gap Road is open to non-commercial vehicles. As always, commercial vehicles are prohibited on US 441/Newfound Gap Road.
Updated on 10/10/2024
While park staff continue to assess conditions and address damage following Hurricane Helene impacts, Foothills Parkway East near Cosby is closed.
Updated on 10/01/2024
While park staff assess conditions and address damage after Hurricane Helene, Balsam Mountain, Cataloochee, and Big Creek areas, campgrounds, and roads remain closed.
Updated on 10/01/2024
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).
Updated on 02/08/2024
Several trails in the park are temporarily closed. Please check the "Trail and Backcountry Closures, Warnings & Cautions" section of the Current Road, Facility, Trail & Backcountry Updates page for further details.
Updated on 12/29/2023
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US 441/Newfound Gap Road is open to non-commercial vehicles. As always, commercial vehicles are prohibited on US 441/Newfound Gap Road.
Updated on 10/10/2024
While park staff continue to assess conditions and address damage following Hurricane Helene impacts, Foothills Parkway East near Cosby is closed.
Updated on 10/01/2024
While park staff assess conditions and address damage after Hurricane Helene, Balsam Mountain, Cataloochee, and Big Creek areas, campgrounds, and roads remain closed.
Updated on 10/01/2024
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).
Updated on 02/08/2024
Several trails in the park are temporarily closed. Please check the "Trail and Backcountry Closures, Warnings & Cautions" section of the Current Road, Facility, Trail & Backcountry Updates page for further details.
Updated on 12/29/2023