Stand In 2 States At Once Or Maybe Even Hike The Appalachian Trail At Newfound Gap Overlook In North Carolina
Gorgeous mountain views abound in North Carolina. Throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains as well as the Great Smoky Mountains, a breathtaking vista is found around nearly every turn. And while millions and millions of tourists visit from out of state, North Carolinians get the undying pleasure of living the dream right here among some of the most beautiful views in the world.
One of the most photographed of those views is found within the lowest gap within Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Newfound Gap, officially labeled merely a parking area within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is so much more than just a place to get out and stretch your legs.
To the right of the memorial, visitors can take a hike on the Appalachian Trail. If you've ever wanted to see what this colossal trail is like, then here's your chance!
The drive up to the attraction also affords many places to stop and enjoy the views. You'll climb nearly 3,000 feet in the ascent to the Newfound Gap Parking Area and when you've arrived, you'll be so glad you took the time to check it out!
Learn more about Newfound Gap from this link on the official website of the National Park Service. Note, that during winter snowstorms, the road to Newfound Gap may be closed. The link just mentioned will have road closures, if any, posted at the top.
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Robin Jarvis is a travel writer and editor for OnlyInYourState.com with a bachelor's degree in Journalism. Her love for travel has taken her to many parts of the world. She's lived in the Carolinas for nearly three decades and currently resides in Charleston. When she's not working, she loves to cook with friends and check out new adventures. General questions and FAM tours: rjarvis@onlyinyourstate.com.