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Cades Cove

Townsend, TN

Nature

A mountain valley with log cabins, churches and a mill, circled by an 18 km one-way loop road where deer, turkeys and black bears are common. Closed to cars on Wednesdays from May to September; go early.

Nearest town
Townsend, TN
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
35.5930, -83.8200
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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