Tennessee · National Park

Great Smoky Mountains

America's most visited park — ancient mountains blanketed in old-growth forest and wildflowers.

🥾 800+ trails 🎟️ Free ⛺ 931 campsites ☀️ June – October 📅 Open year-round

Popular trails

Curated routes with approximate round-trip distance. In the app, tap one to log it.

  • Alum Cave Trail5.0 mi
  • Laurel Falls Trail2.6 mi
  • Chimney Tops Trail3.4 mi
  • Andrews Bald Trail3.6 mi
  • Appalachian Trail (Park Section)72.0 mi
  • Ramsey Cascades Trail8.0 mi
  • Gregory Bald Trail11.0 mi

Camping

Approximately 931 campsites across the park's campgrounds. Reservations are strongly recommended in peak season (June – October).

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Best time to visit

Peak season: June – October. The park is open year-round, though some roads and facilities close or run reduced hours in winter.

Getting there

Nearest city: Knoxville, TN. Park center: 35.610°, -83.530°.

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