Great Smoky Mountains National Park

By plane

Planes will get you to Asheville (60 miles East) or Knoxville (45 miles West).

By car

Travelling by car is the best method to visit the park. The most popular entrance into the park is from the North through Gatlinburg, Tennessee. You can also enter from the South on the North Carolina side of park, through Cherokee, Maggie Valley, or Bryson City.

Get around

Take your car or backpack. Yes, you can walk through the park on the Appalachian Trail.

Road closures and restrictions

Motorists should be aware that some roads close for several months out of the year. Buses and large motorhomes are prohibited on some roads in the park. There are also temporary road closures due to weather and construction.

Refer to the park's website for all up to date conditions.

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