Great Smoky Mountains National Park

From black bears to salamanders, old-growth forests to spring wildflowers, log cabins to gristmills... the park offers myriad opportunities for exploring and discovering both the natural and cultural history of these ancient mountains. Great Smoky Mountains National Park covers 522,427 acres, divided almost evenly between Tennessee and North Carolina. Learn about the many areas of the park below to begin planning your Smokies adventure.