Sugarlands Visitor Center
35.6856, -83.5366 · Park boundary: National Park Service
Near Gatlinburg, TN, Sugarlands Visitor Center is an excellent starting point as you enter the park's North District. Learn about the park's plants and animals with natural history exhibits. Enjoy ranger-led programs conducted seasonally. Peruse the park bookstore and shop. Access public restrooms and drink vending machines. The Backcountry Permit Office is here, too.
- Every day
- 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Hours vary seasonally.
- Winter Hours · Dec 1, 2026 – Feb 28, 2027 · Every day 9:00AM - 4:30PM
- Closed on Christmas Day · Dec 25, 2026 – Dec 26, 2026
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04
Circle passport stamp for Great Smoky Mountains Sugarlands
Located on Newfound Gap Road (US-441) two miles south of Gatlinburg, TN.
Once in the visitor center, you're met at the door by a black bear exhibit. Next, there is a large relief map of the entire Smoky Mountains and it's trails. At the front desk you will find a knowledgeable group of employees to assist with questions, directions and swearing in Jr. Rangers. There's a monitor on the wall showcasing the webcams throughout the park, with helpful information such as temperature, elevation, and more. Then you walk into the exhibit area. It displays some of the animals and plants that live or once lived in the Smokies. Head into the bookstore/souvenir shop. There's something for everyone in there. No cash? No worries, there's an ATM just outside of the store.
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