Oconaluftee Visitor Center U.S. 441 Cherokee, NC28719 United States
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The Great Smoky Mountains, part of the Appalachian Mountains, span a wide range of elevations, making them home to over 400 vertebrate species, 100 tree species, and 5000 plant species. Hiking is the park's main attraction, with over 800 miles (1,300 km) of trails, including 70 miles (110 km) of the Appalachian Trail. Other activities include fishing, horseback riding, and touring nearly 80 historic structures. The park is 522,426 acres (2,114 km2) and receives 1,1338,893 recreation visitors per year.; Photo Credit: Great Smoky Mountains National Park - Ocanaluftee Overlook, along Newfound Gap Road, 10/13/2006 by Scott Basford - CC BY-SA 3.0;