Administration
Great Smoky Mountains National Park is administered by the National Park Service of the United States Department of the Interior. A superintendent, whose address is Gatlinburg, Tenn., is in immediate charge. Park headquarters are located 2 miles south of Gatlinburg. A member of the protection division maintains headquarters at Oconaluftee Ranger Station, N. C., on U. S. 441; post office, Cherokee, N. C.
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Newfound Gap, highest point on the transmountain highway.
Help Us Protect This Park
Please note the following requirements which are necessary for the protection of the natural beauties of the park, as well as for your comfort and convenience:
The park is a sanctuary for all living things. It is a violation of the law to destroy, injure, or disturb trees, shrubs, flowers, birds, animals, or any natural feature in the park.
The speed limit is 35 miles an hour, unless otherwise posted. Drive carefully; keep to the right. Report all accidents to a park ranger.
Camping or lighting fires at places other than designated campgrounds or picnic areas is not allowed, except by permit. To camp in remote sections of the park, except during periods of high fire hazard, permits may be secured at the office of the superintendent, the Oconaluftee Ranger Station, or from the district park rangers or wardens. Camping is restricted to certain periods at the campgrounds. Individual sites provided with fireplaces and water are available.