Western NC Mountains
Mountain
Why pick this one
Great Smoky Mountains National Park spans 522,427 acres across Tennessee and North Carolina, offering hiking, camping, waterfalls, wildlife, and historic sites.
Best for
- hiking in the Southern Appalachian Mountains
- camping at developed campgrounds or backcountry sites
- waterfall and stream exploration in Deep Creek
- wildlife viewing, including elk and black bears
- scenic auto touring through Cades Cove
- exploring Appalachian cultural history and historic buildings
Look elsewhere if
- Laurel Falls Trail access is required before its rehabilitation closure ends
Specialties
- hiking
- developed campground camping
- backcountry camping
- wildlife watching
- waterfall exploration
- auto touring
- historic site exploration
What makes them different
- Covers 522,427 acres across Tennessee and North Carolina
- Offers 10 developed campgrounds plus backcountry camping
- Does not charge an entrance fee
- Includes more than 22,000 documented species
- Provides access to waterfalls, historic buildings, scenic vistas, and expansive forests
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Contact & Location
Services
- hiking trails
- campgrounds
- picnic areas
- wildlife viewing
- biking
- auto touring
- visitor centers
- educational resources