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Things to do in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Spend a weekend in Gatlinburg, exploring the Great Smoky Mountains.

With the close proximity of Gatlinburg to the Smoky Mountains National Park’s entrance, visitors have a nearly endless array of options for dining, Smoky Mountain cabin rental, entertainment and complete Smoky Mountains vacation packages to enhance their visit. The Great Smoky Mountains, a range of the Blue Ridge Mountains, are so named because they are usually covered by a smoky mist or haze. Considered to be among the highest and most rugged mountains in the Appalachian system, the Smoky Mountains are thickly forested with more than 200 species of trees. The trees help create a dense, humid atmosphere that looks from afar like a smoky mist. The natural beauty of these mountains makes it no surprise that many visitors come to Gatlinburg asking about a smoky mountain cabin rental.

The Smoky Mountains form the boundary between Tennessee and North Carolina. The highest peak is Clingman's Dome (6,643 feet). The range features seven other peaks that top the 6,000-foot mark.

In 1930, much of the area was made into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Today, it is America's most visited national park with more than 9,000,000 visitors each year. Make sure to check out all of the fabulous Smoky Mountain vacation packages that include relaxing and scenic Gatlinburg lodging options.