Visit The Areas:
Alpine Helen, Ga. The High Country The Great Smoky Mountains (NC) The Great Smoky Mountains (Tenn.)
Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge/Sevierville:
Formed millions of years ago when two of the Earth's plates collided, the Southern Appalachian Mountains are the oldest mountains in existence. Located in the Southern portion of the United States, this area offers some of the most spectacular sights found anywhere in the world. The centerpiece of this area is the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which is by far, the most visited national park in North America. Tourist destinations just outside the park include Maggie Valley, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville and the Cherokee Indian Reservation. Reaching slightly further outside the National Park are two additional destinations, Alpine Helen, Georgia and The High Country, which is comprised of Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk, North Carolina. Activities in these areas include everything from hiking and rafting to shopping and snow skiing. Over100 videos covering these areas: The North Carolina High Country - Alpine Helen & Northeast Georgia - Maggie Valley/Waynesville, North Carolina - Cherokee, North Carolina - Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge/Sevierville, Tennessee - Learn more about each of these outstanding locations and see videos that showcase the choice places to visit when you make your trip to the Southern Appalachian Mountains.