Cades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Map 316 by National Geographic Maps

• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Topographic Map

Americas most visited national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is both renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life and rich in remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture. National Geographics Trails Illustrated map of Cades Coves and Elkmont, covers the western part of the park, from Sugarlands Visitor Center area in the east to the western boundary of the park with Chilhowee Mountain and Lake. Created in partnership with the National Park Service and others for all kinds of outdoor enthusiasts seeking to explore the area, the map combines unparalleled detail of the region, essential area information and safety tips, including bear safety and valuable contact information. The map features many key points of interest as well, including Fontana Lake and Dam, Little Tennessee and Tuckasegee Rivers Cable Mill Historic Area and Abrams Creek.

The park map has clearly marked trails with mileages between intersections. The map base includes contour lines and elevations for summits, passes and many lakes. Listed are stream crossings, as well as backcountry campsites and shelters along with their location, elevation and capacity. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Mountains-to-Sea Trail and Benton Mackaye Trail are all highlighted, providing a handy tool for hikers. Some of the many recreation features include: visitor centers, campgrounds, trail shelters, trailheads, boat ramps, scenic overlooks, waterfalls, lookout towers, ski areas, interpretive trails and quiet walkways. The Indian Lakes Scenic Byway is marked for those wishing to explore the area by car.

Every Trails Illustrated map is printed on Backcountry Tough waterproof, tear-resistant paper. A full UTM grid is printed on the map to aid with GPS navigation.

Other features found on this map include: Cherokee National Forest, Clingmans Dome, Fontana Lake, Great Smoky Mountains, Nantahala National Forest.

• Product Number: 2034600M
• Product Code: TI_CADES_COVE
• Publisher Product ID: TI00000316
• ISBN: 9781566955003
• Year of Publication: 2010
• Folded Size: 7.48 x 3.94 inches
• Unfolded Size: 36.22 x 24.8 inches
• Map type: Folded Map
• Geographical region: North Carolina