What is Great Smoky Mountains National Park?

Q: What is Great Smoky Mountains National Park?


A: Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a national park in the United States and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Q: Where are the Great Smoky Mountains located?


A: The Great Smoky Mountains are part of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Q: What is the highest point in the park?


A: Clingmans Dome at 6,643 feet (2,025 m) is the highest point in the park.

Q: How many black bears are in the park?


A: The park has about 1,500 black bears.

Q: What kind of trees grow in the park?


A: Over 100 species of trees grow in the park. The lower forests are mostly deciduous leafy trees while at higher elevations, there are more coniferous trees.

Q: How many miles of trails and unpaved roads are there in the park?


A: There are 850 miles (1,368 km) of trails and unpaved roads in the park for hiking.

Q: What activities does the park offer?


A: The park offers backpacking, camping, and hiking.

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