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Why Great Smoky Mountains National Park Is America’s Most Visited Park

Today we’re exploring one of the most beloved places in America — Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Straddling the border between Tennessee and North Carolina, this park is the most visited national park in the United States — and once you see the mist rolling across these ancient mountains, you’ll understand why.

In this episode of Hike & History, we explore:

Why the Smokies are some of the oldest mountains on Earth

The incredible biodiversity that makes the park famous

The best hikes for first-time visitors

The hidden Appalachian history preserved in places like Cades Cove

The stunning…

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