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The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most-visited National Park in the United States of America! This popular vacation destination offers scenic drives, beautiful hikes, stunning waterfalls, and more! The park straddles North Carolina and Tennessee and encompasses an area of over 816 square miles (over 520,000 acres)!

Whether you are looking for information on fishing in the Smoky Mountains, trying to locate a perfect picnic spot, or want to help your kid join the Junior Ranger Program, we have you covered!

9 of the Most Romantic Hotels in the Smoky Mountains
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9 of the Most Romantic Hotels in the Smoky Mountains
September 25th, 2025 by Merle Wieringen
10 Fun Things to Do in Cades Cove: Your 2025 Guide to the Smokies’ Favorite Valley
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10 Fun Things to Do in Cades Cove: Your 2025 Guide to the Smokies’ Favorite Valley
August 14th, 2025 by Brittany Mendez
The 7 Best Trails to Hike in the Great Smoky Mountains (2025 Update)
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The 7 Best Trails to Hike in the Great Smoky Mountains (2025 Update)
by Brittany Mendez
7 Must-See Geologic Landmarks in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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7 Must-See Geologic Landmarks in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
July 23rd, 2025 by Brittany Mendez
Skip the Tent: 11 Incredible Hotels in the Smokies
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Skip the Tent: 11 Incredible Hotels in the Smokies
by Merle Wieringen
Your All-Out Great Smoky Mountains National Park Guide
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Your All-Out Great Smoky Mountains National Park Guide
July 16th, 2025 by Merle Wieringen
Popcorn Sutton: The Legendary Appalachian Moonshiner of Tennessee
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Popcorn Sutton: The Legendary Appalachian Moonshiner of Tennessee
July 10th, 2025 by Jasmin Diaz
For Couples: The Most Romantic Stays in the Smoky Mountains
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For Couples: The Most Romantic Stays in the Smoky Mountains
June 26th, 2025 by Brittany Mendez
The Top 11 Best Reviewed Smoky Mountain Cabins National Park
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The Top 11 Best Reviewed Smoky Mountain Cabins National Park
May 28th, 2025 by Merle Wieringen
What is Birdwatching? Your Ultimate Guide
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What is Birdwatching? Your Ultimate Guide
April 16th, 2025 by Brittany Mendez
7 Stunning Luxury Rentals in the Smoky Mountains
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7 Stunning Luxury Rentals in the Smoky Mountains
March 11th, 2025 by Brittany Mendez
10 Charming Handicap Accessible Cabins in the Smoky Mountains
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10 Charming Handicap Accessible Cabins in the Smoky Mountains
February 13th, 2025 by Brittany Mendez
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