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Oconaluftee Visitor Center

1194 Newfound Gap Rd, Cherokee, North Carolina 28719 USA

16 Reviews
Closed Now
Opens Sat 9a
  • Independent
  • Credit Cards
    not Accepted
  • Not Wheelchair
    Accessible
  • Public
    Restrooms
  • Outdoor
    Seating
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“Being your journey of the Great Smokey Mountains”

Near Cherokee, North Carolina, the Oconaluftee Visitor Center is an ideal starting point as you enter the park's South District. Explore cultural history exhibits. Enjoy ranger-led programs conducted seasonally. Peruse the park bookstore and shop. Find public restrooms and drink vending machines. The adjacent Mountain Farm Museum contains a collection of log structures including a farmhouse, barn, smokehouse, applehouse, corn crib and others.

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Chris L.

Stopped into the visitor center as we entered the Smokies. It's a really nice facility and the staff were super friendly and helpful. We perused the museum for just a bit of time, which was... Read more

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Nicole C.

Wonderful stop to pick up park maps, buy little souvenirs, and mingle with other visitors. The staff were very friendly and helpful with answering questions. You can stop here to purchase a... Read more

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Theresa C.

This Great Smoky Mountain National Park visitor center has a big interpretive display section with short films about the elk reintroduction and other topics. Outside, there is a trail down to the... Read more

Oconaluftee Visitor Center

1194 Newfound Gap Rd
Cherokee, North Carolina
28719 USA
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Hours

Closed Now
  • Sun - Sat: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Wifi
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    Wheelchair Accessible
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    Credit Cards Accepted
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    Outdoor Seating
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