Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Pros: Friendly folk, beauty, serenity,
Cons: Traffic in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge on the weekends

We fell in love with the Smokies and decided to retire there. We can't wait to have the time to explore all of the special places, the backroads, learn more of the history, culture and lore. We love speaking with people who have lived there for ...

Pros: Some of the most beautiful landscapes in the country.
Cons: Peak Fall color equals LOTS of traffic. Very crowded.

I have been traveling to the GSMNP in the fall for over ten years. Living in Georgia makes it easy to drive the 3 hours from my house to Clingmon's Dome. My review is geared more to those who come in the fall to photograph the colors. One thing I have ...

Pros: beautiful, dense forest, some of the best mountains in the east, free
Cons: towns near park are really touristy.

Everyone should visit this place sometimes in there life. I visited there in may right after college got out and it was a great vacation to close out the school year. We stayed at the elkmont campground at a site that was river side. This was a very ...

Pros: Beautiful, Wonderful get Away Place, Always something new with every trip!
Cons: High prices at most places but that's tourism..........

Let me just say that there's no possibly way to me to put into words here just how wonderful the Great Smoky Mountains Park is. I have had a vast history of going there and from about 8 years old until I was 15, I went once every year, then I have been...

Pros: scenery, peaceful, price
Cons: crowded in areas

Review Topic:  Sights & Attractions

What could I not say good about the great smokey mountain national park. I have visited it about 7 times in the last three years. It has breathtaking views. The waterfalls are spectacular...

Pros: Most beautiful spot this side of Eden
Cons: Often, a lot of traffic

The Rockies are bigger and more physically impressive the Grand Canyon is more fascinating; Glacier has larger vistas; none of the three are as beautiful as the Great Smokies. And in Autumn, they are breathtaking.
If you are touring by car,...

Pros: Large, mostly unspoiled mountain wilderness; Close proximity to most Americans
Cons: Some of the best scenic routes are closed in the winter.

On the border between North Carolina and Tennessee lies the most visited National Park in the USA. This national gem lies in the southern Appalachian Mountains, just a short distance from Knoxville, Tennessee (to the northwest of the park) and Asheville,...

Pros: Spectacular scenery, abundant trails, and a variety of wildlife make each visit unique!
Cons: You can and often will, find high volumes of visitors any time of year.

I have been visiting GSMNP for more than 30 years and still find each visit to be full of new and unique opportunities. Most visitors spend their time at the major attractions, of which there are many. However, I have learned numerous spots to go where...

Pros: Scenery, greenery, memories
Cons: Eventually, you have to leave.

Every year my family and I go to the Smoky Mountain National Park. It is so beautiful and untouched. If you like observing nature and history, this is definitely a place to see. My favorite spots in the park would probably be Cade's Cove, specifically ...

Pros: This is one of the most beautiful places in the United States.
Cons: Some places, such as Gatlinburg, are a bit too touristy.

One of my favorite vacation spots is the Great Smoky Mountains. It is perfect for families, honeymooners or old married couples. For my family, it's a getaway that is far enough away from home to be different, but close enough to enjoy it for a...

Pros: It beautiful and has something for everyone.
Cons: There is none.

We have been going to the Smoky Mountain for year. There is just something about this place that keeps calling you home. We have our own camper but we sometimes go for week-ends and stay at motels.

We no longer have children at home and this...

Pros: lots to do even for the not so outdoors type
Cons: I can't really think of any

This is the area that most low country folks come on vacation.With so much to do hike,fish the wonderful rivers,drive through the forest and just enjoy the beauty.One of our favorite places to go is Cades Cove located just outside of Gatlinburg ...

Pros: So much to see and do
Cons: Some areas can be a bit touristy

The Great Smokey Mountains offer something to just about any type of person or family. The mountains themselves are absolutely beautiful. There are mountain trails to hike, waterfalls to visit, and of course great picnic spots.
Whether you like the...

Pros: 1/2 Million acres; Beauty at every twist & turn in the road
Cons: High traffic volume in summer; pollution tree line death in some high spots :o(

Having lived in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee for about 8 years I came to know and love the park very well. Every chance I had, I was driving through, hiking, wading, biking, fishing, taking photographs through out all the...

Pros: Beautiful, Something for everyone
Cons: congestion

I live in Tennessee, so I am fortunate enough to see the beauty of the Great Smokey Mountains anytime I want. But if you are planning a spring trip, this is probably the best time of year to come. Our dogwoods are blooming like you wouldn't believe!...