The park gets its name from mists that often rise like smoke from the mountains.
Wildflowers, such as these white trillium, can be found blooming from February through November in the park.
The Smokies receives snow periodically throughout the winter, mostly at higher elevations.
Wintertime brings a quiet beauty to the Great Smoky Mountains.

About

Dense forests and blue-tinted ridges cover the border between North Carolina and Tennessee. You can hike the Appalachian Trail or look for rare wildlife across these ancient mountain peaks.

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Quick Facts

Notable for: diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture

Founded: 1926

Park Details

Designation: National Park

Weather

Elevations in the park range from approximately 875 feet (267 meters) to 6,643 feet (2,025 meters) and the topography can drastically affect local weather. Temperatures can vary by 10-20 degrees Fahrenheit from mountain base to top, and clear skies lower down do not guarantee equally pleasant weather at higher elevations.

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