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Great Smoky Mountains National ParkGreat Smoky Mountains National Park is named for the misty 'smoke' that often hangs over the park.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Area Communities
 
Communities surrounding the national park offer services and amenities that are not available in the park, including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, and other shopping opportunities.

North Carolina
Bryson City
Cherokee
Graham County
Haywood County
Maggie Valley

Tennessee
Cosby/Newport
Gatlinburg
Pigeon Forge
Sevierville
Townsend
Autumn colors
Fall Leaf Season
Fall colors can be seen from October through early November in the park.
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Download a Smokies Trip Planner
Download a Smokies Trip Planner
Information about favorite destinations, popular activities, and a park map
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Marbled salamanders are one of 30 salamander species native to the park.  

Did You Know?
There are at least 30 different species of salamanders in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This gives the Smokies the distinction of having the most diverse salamander population anywhere in the world and has earned the park the nickname “Salamander Capital of the World.”

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Last Updated: July 24, 2006 at 22:37 EST