Slickrock Creek
Park
Robbinsville, NC
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
Park
Robbinsville, NC
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
Park
Robbinsville, NC
Great Smoky Mountains
Park
Fontana Dam, NC
Great Smoky Mountains spans 522,427 acres across Tennessee and North Carolina, with hiking, camping, wildlife watching, and historic sites.
- hiking and waterfall viewing
- camping in developed campgrounds or backcountry sites
- wildlife watching for elk and black bears
Great Smoky Mountains
Park
Fontana Dam, NC
Great Smoky Mountains spans 522,427 acres across Tennessee and North Carolina, with hiking, camping, wildlife watching, and historic sites.
- hiking and waterfall viewing
- camping in developed campgrounds or backcountry sites
- wildlife watching for elk and black bears
Fontana Dam Picnic Area
Park
Fontana Dam, NC
Sassafras Gap Recreation Site
Park
Bryson City, NC
Greater Good Community Garden
Park
Robbinsville, NC
Fontana Lake!
Park
Robbinsville, NC
Fontana Village Resort & Marina combines cabins, lodge rooms, and camping with Fontana Lake pontoon rentals accommodating up to 15 people.
- Smoky Mountain lodging with on-site lake activities
- Groups needing a pontoon boat for up to 15 people
- Families seeking guided fishing trips for different skill levels
Sassafras Falls
Park
Murphy, NC
Park in nearby counties
FAQ
Is there an entrance fee for Great Smoky Mountains?
There is no entrance fee, but vehicles parked for longer than 15 minutes require a parking tag.
Can I camp at Great Smoky Mountains?
Yes. The park offers 10 developed campgrounds as well as backcountry camping.
What wildlife can I see there?
Wildlife watching may include elk and black bears, along with thousands of documented plant and animal species.
Is Laurel Falls Trail open?
The provided information says Laurel Falls Trail is closed for rehabilitation, so check current conditions before planning that hike.
Where can a large group rent a boat?
Fontana Lake offers pontoon rentals for groups of up to 15 people, with rentals available for up to eight hours.