Fall Escape

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park usually experiences an autumn leaf season of several weeks, however, the timing of fall color change depends upon so many variables that the exact dates of "peak" season are impossible to predict in advance.

In higher elevations, color displays start as early as mid-September with the turning of yellow birch, American beech, mountain maple, hobblebush, and pin cherry.

The fall color display usually reaches peak at mid and lower elevations between mid-October and early November. Spectacular displays include such colorful trees as sugar maple, scarlet oak, sweetgum, red maple, and the hickories.

Enjoy the beautiful Smoky Mountains this fall with our Fall Escape package. Includes an outdoor blanket perfect for picnics! We'll include a trail map to help you find the best spot.

Choose the 'Fall Escape' package when booking any of our guest rooms for your stay September 5th through October 31st, 2023.

Package includes:
• Outdoor blanket
• Trail map