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What to Pack for a Great Smoky Mountains Park Vacation

You are headed to Great Smoky National Park, the nation’s most visited park. Bordering North Carolina and Tennessee, you will find yourself surrounded by rolling hills, forests, wildlife and cultural relics. How do you pack for your Great Smoky adventure? Here are the top 13 items to bring to the park.

See the full list by Tori Peglar on the Smokey Mountain Park's website here.

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October 8, 2023

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It absolutely works like a charm whether you’re sitting in the backyard or hiking deep in the woods.

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If you have some that isn’t pre-treated with permethrin, you can buy some to spray on your own netting/clothing before use.

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“We tested this bug repellent on park outings and used it for a long day of yard work. It earns high marks for effectiveness, keeping us protected from any bug bites, even despite exposure to sweat,” The Spruce says.

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