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Trip Planner:   USA  /  Tennessee  /  Great Smoky Mountains National Park  /  Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area

Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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#19 of 39 in Parks in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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  • By Q8105RDdan
    My wife & I were headed to “The Sinks” on Tuesday and stopped here to enjoy a picnic lunch & some down time. Quiet peaceful area with beautiful scenery located directly on the Little River. There are....  more
    My wife & I were headed to “The Sinks” on Tuesday and stopped here to enjoy a picnic lunch & some down time. Quiet peaceful area with beautiful scenery located directly on the Little River. There are....  more »
  • By ALL4JESUS66
    The Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area is a great place to enjoy nature, stick your feet in the river, enjoy a picnic and create wonderful new memories. 
    The Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area is a great place to enjoy nature, stick your feet in the river, enjoy a picnic and create wonderful new memories.  more »
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