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Great Smoky Mountains

United States

Great Smoky Mountains

LocationUnited States
RegionTennessee, North Carolina
TypeNational Park
Coordinates35.6110°, -83.4890°
EstablishedJune 15, 1934
Area2114
Nearest CityGatlinburg (0 mi)
Major CityKnoxville (35 mi)
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About Great Smoky Mountains

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture. It is America's most visited national park, featuring over 800 miles of hiking trails. The park preserves extensive old-growth forest and historic structures.