Newfound Gap

Newfound Gap in Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the lowest drivable pass through the Great Smoky Mountains. Standing at an elevation of 5, 048 feet. Newfound Gap captures the essence of the Smokies: like the Park, it lies half in Tennessee and half in North Carolina. Newfound Gap provides wonderful mountain views atop this high ridge. Clothed in a mixture of spruce-fir and northern hardwood forests it supports a wide variety of plant and animal life. Millions of people drive through Newfound Gap annually. Also at Newfound Gap is the Rockefeller Memorial. A two-tiered stone structure, this monument is a thank you to the Rockefeller family's $5 million donation to complete the Park's land acquisition. Without this generous gift, the dream of a Great Smoky Mountains National Park would remain unfulfilled. It was at this spot in 1934 that President Roosevelt dedicated the National Park.

For those passing by Newfound Gap Road in Gatlinburg, Newfound Gap provides a dedicated outdoor recreation, scenic drive and landmark point of interest. It maintains a rating of 4.8 stars based on 264 user reviews. The absolute lowest rate available begins at $0.15. A standard visit typically spans around < 1. Nearby destinations include Tunnel, Walker Camp Prong (0.5 mi) and Footbridge, Chimney Tops Trail (3 mi).