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National Parks: Great Smoky Mountains

For guaranteed solitude in the park's southwest reaches, explore this quiet loop during the off-season.

by: Charles Bethea

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Crystal Clear Twenty Mile Creek (Photo by Brett Siminson)
Crystal Clear Twenty Mile Creek (Photo by Brett Siminson)
An illuminated firefly (Photo by Rick Lieder)
An illuminated firefly (Photo by Rick Lieder)


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The way From Fontana Dam Rd., head west on NC 28. In 7.8 miles, turn right; drive .1 mile to parking.

Maps USGS quads Fontana Dam, Cades Cove, Calderwood, and Tapoco ($8 each, store.usgs.gov)

Permit Required for overnight stays; free. Pick up in person at the Twentymile Ranger Station. Reservations are required for Campsite 13 (make them up to one month in advance).

Contact Backcountry Information Office, (865) 436-1297; Backcountry Reservation Office, (865) 436-1231; nps.gov/grsm

Trip data Download a complete tracklog and key waypoints at backpacker.com/hikes/twentymile


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