The Great Smoky Mountains National Park covers seven counties in North Carolina, with the northern fringe of the Smokies in Tennessee. The 520,000-acre park is one of the largest wilderness areas in the Eastern United States, covering more than 88 square miles. The park contains some of the highest peaks in the East, with elevations in excess of 6,000 feet. Activities include trails for hiking and horseback riding, back country campsites, developed campgrounds, self-guided nature trails, self-guided auto tours, trout fishing and several visitor centers. www.nps.gov/grsm