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A Cades Cove Childhood

J.C. McCaulley spent part of his childhood growing up in Cades Cove. He and his wife Margaret have collected his stories in their book, A Cades Cove Childhood, and spoke to park visitors recently about his family and their life in the Cove. Watch this video to hear Margaret and J.C. share some stories from [...]

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What’s Blooming: Grassy Balds

  Late June and early July bring a spectrum of colors to high elevation grassy balds in the Great Smoky Mountains. Click here or on the photo to view the magnificent phenomenon that is azalea time. Closed captioning is available for this video by clicking the caption button in the lower right-hand corner of the [...]

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Junco Eggs and More…

GSMA’s own Marti Smith took these photos — the first is of a bird’s nest containing Junco eggs and the second is another glorious shot of azaleas.

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Closer Look … Funny Bunny?

Take a closer look at this bunny as he tours the azaleas on Gregory Bald. I’ve never seen a rabbit with this pattern on his fur before. Photo by Ann Froschauer.

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More Cute Tourists on Gregory Bald

Here’s another rarely seen type of tourist checking out the fabulous azaleas on Gregory Bald — a bunny!! Photo by the amazing Ann Froschauer.

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The Feast on Gregory Bald

We did our part to help the azaleas on Gregory Bald stay healthy… it’s all a matter of pretending you’re eating something like a small, watery apple… not a fungus. Yum yum! Click the photo below to learn more about the feast!

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Wild Hogs Enjoying the Azaleas!

This is a sight not many people get to see — or have the courage to photograph! Be amazed at this photo of wild hogs hiking on Gregorys Bald by Steve Roark, Dawn Roark’s husband. Dawn manages our Cades Cove and Townsend stores.

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The Most Beautiful Place in the Smokies

In June, at least, nothing compares to Gregory Bald when the flame azaleas are in bloom! Ten acres of gorgeous flowers, a cool breeze, and a view over Cades Cove… what more could you want? Click the photo below to see the bald in all its glory!