Great Smoky Mountains national park established in June 1934 so the National Park (GSMNP) successfully completed 75th years of his born this year. National Park situated in the Appalachian mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee. The park is one of the largest in eastern United States and Park covers 521,086 acres of area. This natural wonder entertains almost 10 million hikers, birders and drivers last year.
When you visit in Great Smoky Mountains National Park it?s very difficult to believe that how much natural diversity can be found in one place. Looking to waterfalls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is not difficult because Waterfalls can be found on nearly every stream and river in the park. There are many lovely and famous waterfalls available like Abrams Falls, Mingo Falls, Grotto Falls, Mouse Creek Falls, Hen Wallow Falls, Rainbow Falls, Indian Creek Falls, Ramsey Cascades, Juney Whank Falls, Tom Branch Falls, and Laurel Falls. Smoky is heaven for the bird watcher. Park counts 200 species of birds, 66 species of mammals, 50 species of fish, 39 species of reptiles, and 43 species of amphibians. Great Smoky Mountains national park are one of the most attractive holiday destinations in the eastern US. With all the scenic mountain landscapes, rivers, streams, forests and rich diversity of plant and animal life found in the area, the Great Smoky Mountains is a paradise for hiker and nature lover.
The Great Smoky Mountains are the oldest mountains in the world. An unbroken, miles and miles chain of ridges over 5,000 feet in elevation runs the length of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Forest is the main attraction of the park. 1000 species of plants and wildflowers are available there. The cove hardwood forest contains thousands of species of shrubs and vines. Dominant species in the Smokies include the redbud, dogwood, rhododendron, mountain laurel, and hydrangea. The northern hardwood forests are dominated by yellow birch and beech. White basswood, mountain and striped maple, and buckeye are also present. The spruce-fir forest? also called the “boreal” or “Canadian” forest? is a relic of the Ice Ages, when mean annual temperatures in the Smokies were too cold to support a hardwood forest.
Activities: There are many activities within the park include scenic drives, hiking, camping, cycling, horse riding, bird-watching, fishing, wildlife viewing, mountain biking Wildflower watching etc. Hiking?is the best way to explore Park natural beauty. Choose from over 800 miles of trails ranging from quiet walkways to multi-day backpacking treks through the backcountry.
Facts about the Park
? Weather: Summer temperature is normally in between 80s to 50s and. Winter temperature is very low in night normally in between 50s to 10s but it can be low as -20s (F).
? Operational Timings: Great Smoky Mountains National Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Some roads and other facilities close in winter.
? Entrance Fee: Entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park is free.
? Activity Fees: Fees are charged for activities such as overnight camping ($14-23 per night)