Restrooms in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Every restroom in Great Smoky Mountains National Park mapped and downloadable — flush toilets, vault toilets, ADA-accessible facilities, and drinking water. Most of the park has zero cell reception. Download the free GPX file before you go and take the map offline.
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Current Great Smoky Mountains Alerts & Closures
Park Headquarters Road is closed
Park Headquarters Road is closed due to rehabilitation work on the Sugarlands water and wastewater systems.
Cades Cove Loop Road is closed to motor vehicles every Wednesday
Cades Cove Loop Road is closed to motor vehicles every Wednesday through September 30. This allows pedestrians and cyclists to enjoy the cove without the presence of vehicles on the roadway.
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Straight Fork and the one-way section of Balsam Mountain Road closed.
Straight Fork and the one-way section of Balsam Mountain Road (Heintooga Round-Bottom Road) are closed.
Most visitors need a parking tag
All vehicles parking for longer than 15 minutes require a parking tag. Three tag durations are available for purchase for all vehicle sizes and types: Daily ($5), Weekly ($15), or Annual ($40).
About Great Smoky Mountains National Park — Facilities & Access
2026 Edition — Updated July 2026Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is America's most visited national park. Plan your visit today!
Park Hours
Primary roads are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, year-round, weather permitting. This includes Newfound Gap Road (US-441), Little River Road, and Laurel Creek Road. Secondary roads are closed seasonally.
Seasonal Availability
22 restrooms are open year-round. 12 restrooms are seasonal (typically May–October).
Planning Tool — Not a Navigation Device
Trail data sourced from the National Park Service. This is a pre-trip planning tool — always carry a topographic map, check current conditions before departure, and register at the backcountry office for overnight trips. Do not rely solely on digital maps in areas without cell service. Facility availability changes seasonally.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Restroom & Trail Map
USGS topographic basemap with 34 restrooms and NPS trail data. Tap any marker for details. Click trail names below to highlight on the map.
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Take This Map Offline
Your phone won't work past the entrance. Download the GPX file now, load it into Gaia GPS or AllTrails, and you'll have every restroom and trail pinned — no signal required.
GPX format — works with Gaia GPS, AllTrails, Garmin, and Apple Watch. No cell service needed.
How to use this map
- 1. Use the filter buttons to toggle restrooms, trailheads, campgrounds, and points of interest.
- 2. Click any trail or facility name below to fly to it on the map.
- 3. Tap any marker for details and one-tap Google Maps directions.
- 4. Download GPX files to use offline in Gaia GPS, AllTrails, or any GPS app.
- 5. Screenshot this map as a backup — most areas have no cell service.
Trail and facility data provided by the National Park Service (public domain). Topographic basemap by USGS. Map compilation, presentation, and GPX packaging by DunnyDash.com. Any reproduction or redistribution of these maps must attribute dunnydash.com as the source. Facility availability may change seasonally — verify current conditions before your visit.
All 34 Restrooms in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Every mapped restroom in Great Smoky Mountains, grouped by location type.
Park Facilities(17)
ADA-Accessible Restrooms in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
5 wheelchair-accessible restrooms confirmed across Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Each facility below meets ADA accessibility standards — wider stalls, grab bars, and level access. Download the GPX file to save these locations to your GPS before entering the park.
Campground Restrooms, Showers & Water in Great Smoky Mountains
13 campgrounds with restroom and utility details.
Tap any campground name to fly to it on the map above.
| Campground | Restrooms | Showers | Water | Dump Station |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | No | |
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | No | |
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | No | |
| Flush Toilets - year round | No | Yes - year round | Yes - year round | |
| Flush Toilets - year round | No | Yes - year round | Yes - year round | |
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | No | |
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | Yes - seasonal | |
| Flush Toilets - year round | No | Yes - seasonal | Yes - seasonal | |
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | No | |
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | Yes - seasonal | |
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | Yes - seasonal | |
| Flush Toilets - year round | No | Yes - year round | Yes - year round | |
| Flush Toilets - seasonal | No | Yes - seasonal | Yes - year round |
Trailhead Restrooms & Hiking Facilities in Great Smoky Mountains
0 trailheads with restrooms. Plan accordingly — most trails have no facilities beyond the trailhead.
Once you leave the trailhead, there are typically no restroom facilities on the trail itself. Plan your stops before heading out.
Hiking Trails (41)
| Trail | Distance | Difficulty | Type | Season | Trailhead Restroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hike Bradley Fork Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Little River Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike the Gatlinburg Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to the Little Greenbrier School and Walker Homesite | — | — | ✗ | ||
Walk Cable Mill Area Trails | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Charlies Bunion | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Cooper Road Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Smokemont Nature Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Cove Hardwood Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Mount Le Conte on the Appalachian Trail and Boulevard Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Walk to John Oliver Cabin | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Steve Woody House | — | — | ✗ | ||
Walk Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike West Prong Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Mount Le Conte on Rainbow Falls Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Mount Le Conte on Bullhead Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Look Rock Tower | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Andrews Bald | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike the Oconaluftee River Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike the Little River, Cucumber Gap, Jakes Creek Loop | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Schoolhouse Gap Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Deep Creek Trail to Indian Creek Falls | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Abrams Falls | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Chimney Tops Overlook | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Alum Cave Bluffs | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Laurel Falls | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike the Deep Creek Waterfalls Loop | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Rainbow Falls | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Lynn Camp Prong Cascades | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Porters Creek Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Ramsey Cascades | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Twentymile Cascade | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Goldmine Loop via Tunnel Bypass Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Hen Wallow Falls | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Mount Le Conte on Trillium Gap Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Mount Le Conte on Alum Cave Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Grotto Falls | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Kuwohi | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike on Chestnut Top Trail | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike Kephart Prong Trail to Historic CCC Camp | — | — | ✗ | ||
Hike to Chasteen Creek Cascade | — | — | ✗ |
Sorted by distance (shortest first). Check the trailhead for current restroom availability.
Visitor Centers with Restrooms in Great Smoky Mountains
4 visitor centers — all with ADA-compliant restrooms.
All visitor centers have ADA-compliant restrooms with running water.
Roughly half-way through the Cades Cove Loop Road, pause to speak with park staff and visit various exhibits. Learn about Southern Mountain life and culture, and see a gristmill (operates spring through fall), the Becky Cable house, and other historic structures. Enjoy seasonal ranger-led activities
Hours vary seasonally.
Kuwohi (formerly Clingmans Dome) is the tallest peak in the Smokies. Enjoy sweeping views of the Smokies—weather permitting—and get your park questions answered. Peruse a small bookstore and shop. Public restrooms are available.
Hours vary seasonally. Closed in winter.
Near Cherokee, North Carolina, the Oconaluftee Visitor Center is an ideal starting point as you enter the park's South District. Explore cultural history exhibits. Enjoy ranger-led programs conducted seasonally. Peruse the park bookstore and shop. Find public restrooms and drink vending machines. Th
Hours vary seasonally.
Near Gatlinburg, TN, Sugarlands Visitor Center is an excellent starting point as you enter the park's North District. Learn about the park's plants and animals with natural history exhibits. Enjoy ranger-led programs conducted seasonally. Peruse the park bookstore and shop. Access public restrooms a
Hours vary seasonally.
Ranger Programs & Events in Great Smoky Mountains
20 upcoming programs including guided walks, talks, and evening campfire programs. Most take place at visitor centers which all have restroom facilities.
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Self-Guided Tours in Great Smoky Mountains with Restroom Stops
2 self-guided walking and driving tours through Great Smoky Mountains. Each tour lists the number of stops — if we know a stop has restroom access, we flag it so you can plan your route without surprises.
Cades Cove Places Tour
Explore Cades Cove as you drive the 11-mile loop road. Along the way, discover historic homesteads, churches, an active grist mill, and scenic vistas of the surrounding mountains.
Elkmont Historic District Tour
Beginning in today's Elkmont Campground, this walking or driving tour will allow you to explore the rich history of the area that led to the birth of tourism within and the establishment of Great Smok...
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