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Great Smoky Mountains National ParkLight snowfalls typically occur several times each winter in the park.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Laws & Policies
 
The laws enforced in Great Smoky Mountains National Park are contained in two documents:

Federal regulations covering all National Park Service lands are contained in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 36, Chapter 1

In addition, regulations pertaining specifically to Great Smoky Mountains National Park are contained in the park's Compendium of Regulations.
Regulations Concerning Pets
Regulations Concerning Pets
Leashed pets are allowed in developed areas and along roads, but are not allowed on park trails.
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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: August 22, 2007 at 09:05 EST