Great Smoky Mountains National Park Overview
Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is America's most visited national park. Plan your visit today!
Entrance Fees
| Entrance Fee - $0 |
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park does not charge an entrance fee. |
| No Entrance Fee - $0 |
| There is no entrance fee for Great Smokey Mountains National Park. However, starting on March 1, 2023, parking tags will be required. Learn more at https://www.nps.gov/grsm. |
| Parking Tag - $5 |
| Valid parking tags will be required for any vehicles parking in the Smokies starting March 1, 2023. Parking tags will not be required for motorists who pass through the area or who park for less than 15 minutes. Each tag will be valid for a single vehicle. Parking tags will be available for purchase both online and onsite. Three tag durations will be available for purchase for all vehicle sizes and types: Daily - $5 Up to 7 Days - $15 Annual - $40 |
| Daily Parking Tag - $5 |
| Valid parking tags will be required for any vehicles parking in the park starting March 1, 2023. Parking tags will be available for purchase both online and onsite. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/fees.htm |
| Up to 7 Days Parking Tag - $15 |
| Valid parking tags will be required for any vehicles parking in the park starting March 1, 2023. Parking tags will be available for purchase both online and onsite. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/fees.htm |
| Annual Parking Tag - $40 |
| Valid parking tags will be required for any vehicles parking in the park starting March 1, 2023. Parking tags will be available for purchase both online and onsite. For more information, visit www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/fees.htm |