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Great Smoky Mountains National ParkWild Turkeys are plentiful in the park.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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WebCams

Two webcams provide a current view of the park and information about air quality conditions. Images are updated every 15 minutes. 

Look Rock (located on the western end of the park)
Purchase  Knob (located on the eastern end of the park)

 

Podcasts

The Great Smoky Mountains Association, a non-profit partner of the park, offers free podcasts from the Smokies, including stories, songs, and the Newfound Gap Self-guiding Auto Tour. Visit their website for audio podcasts or video blogs.  

 
Photo Galleries
 
white-tailed deer
Wildlife Watching
Open areas such as Cades Cove and Cataloochee are good places to view wildlife.
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Download Park Maps
Maps of trails and campgrounds as well as general park maps are available.
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Auto touring
Auto Touring
Auto Touring is a popular way to explore the park.
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When Will It Snow?
When Will It Snow?
Snow falls infrequently in the foothills, but at high elevation, snow is more common.
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Great Horned Owls can be heard most often in January and February  

Did You Know?
More than 240 species of birds have been found in the park. Sixty species are year-round residents. Nearly 120 species breed in the park, including 52 species from the neo-tropics. Many other species use the park as an important stopover and foraging area during their semiannual migration.

Last Updated: December 12, 2008 at 14:20 EST