My buddy and I are thinking of taking a trip to the Smokeys in the Gatlinburg area this summer and was worndering if there are any good ridding places there?

 

In a word, No.

OHVs are prohibitted in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Gatlinburg is surrounded by the park.

I've heard of some riding on the NC side of the mountians just North of the GSM, but haven't been there. Most of the riding in TN is in state forests, wildlife management areas and on private land.

 

Will Kevin if you live in Knoxville then I guess you would know. Man that sucks. Thanks for the reply.
Andy G

 

2 places I can think of close by wayehutta in sylva N.C about 1 to 1/2 hour over the mt.and tellico not sure about distance.both are listed under trails in north carolina.

 

I just got back from a trip to Tellico Plains and stayed in Gatlinburg to please the wife. It was a long 90 miles to the parking area from Gat. I wouldn't do it again. I believe it would be closer to go over the mountain to Wayehutta.

 

Hey, thanx from me too. I was wondering the same thing Andy was and just hadn't gotten around to asking yet.

 

there is always coal creek in knoxville. There are places to ride by light 10 in pigeon forge. its pivate but the owners dont mind atvs.