Clingman's Dome, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee

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Clingman’s Dome, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee | The highest point of the 2,172-mile Appalachian Trail, Clingman’s Dome rises 6,643 feet into the clouds. Drive to the lookout for panoramic views of dense forests and wilderness below, often graced by soft fog. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is also home to more than 4,000 species of plants, 230 kinds of birds and 65 species of mammal. Plan to spend a long weekend to make the most of your trip.