NATIONAL PARKS
Welcome to the Great Smoky Mountains
On this page, you will learn more about the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You will learn things such as why it's famous, what to do if you visit, and more!
Great Smoky Mountains History
The 1920s was full of change, growth, and conservation. Former President Coolidge established the Great Smoky Mountains in the late 1920s and the goal was to save a protect the wildlife and forest that made up the area. The two states where the Great Smoky Mountains run through , Tennessee and North Carolina, both donated chunks of land which contributed to the Great Smoky Mountains. During the Great Depression a group called the Civilian Conservation Corps was created. The individuals that made up the CCC contributed to the construction of the Great Smoky Mountains by "building roads, trails, fire towers, and more." (History & Culture - Great Smoky Mountains National Park (U.S. National Park Service), n.d.).
Things to do
Auto Touring
There is so much of the Great Smoky Mountains that can be visited by car. There are six different locations that visitors can go to by car. Select any of the following pictures to learn more about these locations.
Waterfalls
The Great Smoky Mountains have a variety of different waterfalls that you can get to by foot or by car. Each of the 14 different waterfalls is unique in its way. 11 of the waterfalls can be accessed on foot while the remaining 3 can be accessed via car. Select the waterfall to learn more about what they have to offer.
Workshops and Classes
The workshops and classes that are offered at this National Park are like no other. Participants in these classes get the chance to emerge into nature with the support of park rangers. These classes are a great way to learn more about the Great Smoky Mountains and learn how to protect our National Parks.
Need more recommendations and information?
The National Park Service provides a ton of recommendations of things to do, places to stay, and important information you need to know before you plan your trip to the Great Smoky Mountains. For more recommendations and information select the National Park Service badge below.