More Visitors Exploring the GSMNP in 2012
Are you thinking about visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park this year? Well, you are definitely not alone! In fact, the visitation numbers in the GSMNP have already risen in comparison to last year. It's no wonder so many people have decided to travel to the area and discover the all magnificence the national park has to offer during the first half of this year already.
The temperatures were unseasonably warm during early spring, which meant great weather for all those adventurous outdoor activities the park is known for. The plant life bloomed early too, which has only enhanced the gorgeous atmosphere surrounding the majestic waterfalls and trails throughout the area. The GSMNP is the only free national park in the U.S., and gas prices have been lower in comparison to last year as well, which only makes it even more affordable for families to travel to the Smokies for vacation this year. The GSMNP is within a day's drive of one-third of the nation's population after all!
This summer, there have been some new additions in the area surrounding the park too. Dollywood in Pigeon Forge launched a brand-new roller coaster, Wild Eagle, which has drawn tourists from around the country. Many other attractions have also popped up in Pigeon Forge over the last year or so including the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud & Stunt Show, The Smoky Mountain Opry, and the Lumberjack Feud. Plus, the GSMNP was recently featured as one of America's Best Free Attractions according to Yahoo Travel.
The national park offers such a perfect location for so many family-friendly recreational activities such as hiking, biking, fishing, and swimming. Although the summer this year has been hotter than usual for the entire country as a whole, the elevation in the mountains does provide some relief from the heat as it tends to be several degrees cooler the higher you climb, and this just provides an even greater incentive for hikers to reach the summit! The creeks and waterways located throughout the park remain cool and chilly as well, and the tubing and rafting are still popular activities that help beat the heat of this steamy summer.
So, join the crowd and start planning your vacation to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park soon. Although the summer is almost coming to a close, the fall foliage in the Smokies is always absolutely breathtaking, and the winter months provide a whole other slew of activities too. Every season is an enjoyable one here in the Smokies. Don't wait, bring your family and make some memories in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2012!
The temperatures were unseasonably warm during early spring, which meant great weather for all those adventurous outdoor activities the park is known for. The plant life bloomed early too, which has only enhanced the gorgeous atmosphere surrounding the majestic waterfalls and trails throughout the area. The GSMNP is the only free national park in the U.S., and gas prices have been lower in comparison to last year as well, which only makes it even more affordable for families to travel to the Smokies for vacation this year. The GSMNP is within a day's drive of one-third of the nation's population after all!
So, join the crowd and start planning your vacation to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park soon. Although the summer is almost coming to a close, the fall foliage in the Smokies is always absolutely breathtaking, and the winter months provide a whole other slew of activities too. Every season is an enjoyable one here in the Smokies. Don't wait, bring your family and make some memories in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2012!
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