BY THE NUMBERS

14.1 million

number of times the park was visited in 2021

Within 1 day's drive

The park's distance from half of the U.S. population

Daily Parking Fees. Purchase at the park or online and print before you go.

Know Before You Go

Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the country’s most popular national park sites. It offers postcard-perfect views and plentiful wildlife.

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Note: 100% of the funds generated from the parking tags support improved visitor services at Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

  • Three paid parking tag options (applied to all vehicle sizes):

    • Daily - $5
    • Weekly - $15
    • Annual - $40

  • Purchase at the park or online in advance at Recreation.gov

  • In-person purchases can be made at a variety of visitor centers near the park.

  • Parking tags will not be replaceable, refundable, transferable, or upgradable.

  • Each tag will be valid for a single vehicle and must include a license plate number matching the vehicle in which it is displayed.

  • Printed parking tags must be displayed.

  • Parking tags required for all areas within the national park boundaries.

  • Interagency passes (senior, access, etc.) will not be accepted in lieu of a parking tag.

  • Parking tags not required for motorists who pass through the area or who park for less than 15 minutes.

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