Picnicking

Picnicking is an American tradition, and no trip to the Smokies would be complete without taking the family out to a peaceful shady spot and setting out a delicious feast on a blanket or picnic table. Whether you’re picnicking in a city park or in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, please remember to dispose of all garbage and never feed the bears.  

The national park offers some of the area’s best picnicking, with sites that feature everything from shady, riverside locations to nearby hiking trails and scenic vistas. Several locations have designated picnic areas with tables and grills if you prefer to have a few amenities on hand. Among the more popular picnic destinations in the national park are Big Creek, the Cades Cove loop, the Chimneys, Deep Creek, Greenbrier, Heintooga and Metcalf Bottoms.

Great Moky Mountains Picnicking Locations & Information

Picnicking Locations Map
Pavillion and Group Reservations