throughout the summer to allow pedestrians and cyclists a chance to enjoy the loop. It's worth noting that the road is closed to motor vehicle traffic on Wednesday and Saturday mornings until 10 a.m. On recent trips through the loop, I've seen bear cubs, deer and more.
Get your cameras ready and expect to see lots of wildlife. The only thing needed to soak up these views is a car or bike and a little bit of patience, as the loop typically doesn’t move quickly (especially on high-traffic weekends such as summer and fall holidays). Given the name Great Smoky Mountains Byway, visitors would be remiss to miss the ancient mountains, roaring waters, endless trails and boundless flora and fauna of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited National Park in the United States.Laurel Falls (Photo by Caitlin Riddell/The Points Guy) Scenic drivesĬades Cove Loop Road: This scenic 11-mile one-way loop road is perfect to experience the beauty and nature that the Great Smoky Mountains has to offer. Historic Downtowns dot the corridor, and the area is the cradle of the American Craft Revival, filled with artisans and craftsmen throughout the region, and concentrated in areas like the 8-mile loop of the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community in Gatlinburg. This region is of course steeped in the history of Native Americans, including the independence, oppression and rebirth of the Cherokee Nation. There is a rich Civil War history along the Byway, with the National Campground in Loudon County and Andrew Johnson's deep roots in Greeneville and the Reconstruction. This area is home to birthplace of country music with the likes of Dolly Parton in Sevier County and the Carter sisters in Washington County, as well as the storytelling capital in Jonesborough with annual festivals and gatherings of the most talented American troubadours. The eclectic mix of points of interest is what makes the Great Smoky Mountains Byway so distinctive.
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