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Rest stop on the hiking trails with flowers blooming

Mountain Laurel Days

May 1 - June 1

Spring is Blooming!

Experience the breathtaking beauty of spring in the Smokies during Mountain Laurel Days at Gatlinburg SkyPark! For the entire month of May, our scenic mountaintop destination transforms into a spectacular showcase of nature's artistry as thousands of mountain laurel blooms create a stunning pink and white tapestry on our Hiking Trails.

Perfect for nature enthusiasts, photographers, families, and anyone seeking a memorable spring experience in the Great Smoky Mountains. Regular park admission applies. Don't miss this celebration of the Smokies' most beautiful spring spectacle!

View the map below of our trail. The triangles highlight the best locations.

mountain laurel on the hillside
laurel photo
laurel photo from hiking trails
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map of mountain larel on the hiking trails

Laurel Map

Photo Gallery

skylift photo
skydeck photo
skylift and sunrise photo
Smoky Mountain Smash Clayton's Landing
Relaxing around the firepits on Clayton's Landing
us flag hanging from the skybridge
photo of the tulip tower
photo of 3 people in the skylift chair
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