Great Smoky Mountains Backcountry
800 square miles of Southern Appalachian ridgeline, cove hardwoods, and the highest concentration of black bears in the East.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Tennessee / North Carolina, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Southern Appalachian forest (300–2,000 m)
- Best season
- April – May, September – November
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Wildlife Viewing
Key takeaways
- Biome: Southern Appalachian forest (300–2,000 m)
- Best season: April – May, September – November
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
800 square miles of Southern Appalachian ridgeline, cove hardwoods, and the highest concentration of black bears in the East.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: April – May, September – November
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Southern Appalachian forest (300–2,000 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Southern Appalachian forest (300–2,000 m)
Difficulty
moderate
