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Great Smoky Mountains National ParkTheme(s): Native American | |
Description:
The national park, in the states of North Carolina and Tennessee, encompasses 800 square miles of which 95 percent are forested. World renowned for the diversity of its plant and animal resources, the beauty of its ancient mountains, the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, and the depth and integrity of the wilderness sanctuary within its boundaries, it is one of the largest protected areas in the east.
Designations:
National Park (June 15, 1934)
International Biosphere Reserve (1976)
World Heritage Site (December 6, 1983)
Activites:
Auto_Touring | Biking | Camping | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Horseback Riding | Wilderness Area | Wildlife Viewing | Backpacking | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Lodging | Picnic Areas | Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Nature: Mountains | And more.
Directions to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Plane:
The nearest major airport in Tennessee (McGhee-Tyson, TYS) is Alcoa, 45 miles west of Gatlinburg. North Carolina's, Asheville Airport is 60 miles east of the park.
Car:
Several major highways lead to the park. The following routes provide access to the three main entrances. In Tennessee: 1)From I-40 take Exit 407 (Sevierville) to TN Route 66 South, and continue to U.S. 441 South. Follow U.S. 441 to Park. 2.) From I-40 in Knoxville - Exit 386B U.S. Highway 129 South to Alcoa/Maryville. At Maryville proceed on U.S. 321 North through Townsend. Continue straight on TN Highway 73 into the park. In North Carolina: From I-40, take U.S. Route 19 West through Maggie Valley. Proceed to U.S. 441 North at Cherokee into the park. From Atlanta and points south: follow U.S. 441 and 23 North. U.S. 441 leads to the park.
Public Transportation
No train or bus service accesses the park.
Attractions:
Bryson City
Cherokee
Gatlinburg
Pigeon Forge
Sevierville
Nearby Parks:
Andrew Johnson National Historic Site in Tennessee (40 miles)
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area in Tennessee (40 miles)
Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina (40 miles)
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site in North Carolina (40 miles)
Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park in Georgia (40 miles)
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Contact Information for Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
107 Park Headquarters Road
Gatlinburg, TN
37738
Phone: (865) 436-1200
Fax: 865-436-1220
Located in Tennessee and North Carolina,
For more information on Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Information on this page provided by the NPS.
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