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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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The most visited national park in the United
States, the 814 sq. mile Great Smoky Mountains National Park ranges in
elevation from 875' to 6,643' and offers a large variety of activities
including, 850 miles of trails and unpaved roads, fishing, horseback
riding, and bicycling. The main park entrances are located along U.S.
441 (Newfound Gap Road) at the towns of
Gatlinburg Tennessee and Cherokee North Carolina, with the 2 main
visitors' center inside the park being Sugarlands Visitors' Center (near
Gatlinburg) and Oconaluftee Visitors' Center (near Cherokee).
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Several historical attractions are located within
the Great Smoky Mountains National Park including Cades Cove deer are
abundant and a number of historic buildings are located.
Photo by Chrystal Mimbs
Cades Cove
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The 11 mile road which travels through Cades Cove
offers great views and is a great way to spend a few hours. Keep in mind
that although the Cades Cove road is only 11 miles long, it is a one-way
loop which can take a few hours due to the number of visitors and
congestion caused by wildlife. Traffic will slowdown (sometimes stop) at
deer sightings, and completely stop for black bear.
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Hotel Deals in the Great Smoky Mountains
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