The Ultimate Great Smoky Mountain National Park Parking Tag Guide

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  • Опубліковано 13 лип 2024
  • This video will help you better understand the Parking Tag program for The Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Feel free to ask any questions in the comments and we would be happy to help you out...
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    ⏱️⏱️VIDEO CHAPTERS⏱️⏱️
    0:00 - Intro
    0:33 - Great Smoky Mountain National Park History
    1:10 - Do You Need A Tag To Drive Through The Park?
    2:09 - Are Disabled Placard/License Plate Exempted?
    2:36 - Interagency Pass Accepted?
    3:08 - Military/Veteran Discount?
    3:24 - NPS Fee Free Days?
    3:47 - Where To Buy A Parking Tag
    5:19 - Daily & Weekly Tags
    5:59 - Sugarlands Visitor Center
    6:12 - Annual Tag
    6:34 - How To Buy A Parking Tag Online
    7:28 - Does Having A Parking Tag Guarantee A Spot?
    8:00 - Busy Location Tips
    8:23 - Parking Violations
    8:33 - What Will Parking Fees Go Towards?
    9:03 - Final Thoughts
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    Great Smoky Mountains National Park Parking Tag Basics
    Three tag durations are available for purchase for all vehicle sizes and types:
    Daily - $5
    Weekly - $15
    Annual - $40
    Parking tags are not replaceable, refundable, transferable, or upgradable.
    Each tag is valid for a single vehicle and must include a license plate number matching the vehicle in which it is displayed.
    Parking tags are available for purchase both online and onsite.
    Display of physical parking tags in each vehicle is required. Digital representations are not accepted.
    Parking tags are not location-specific. A parking tag is required to park anywhere within the boundaries of the Smokies.
    Parking tags are not required for motorists who pass through the area or who park for less than 15 minutes.
    Interagency passes (senior, access, etc.) are not accepted in lieu of a parking tag.
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  • @AdventureIsOutThere
    @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +14

    If you are coming to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park we hope this video better helps you understand their fees with associated with parking. If you have any questions about the Parking Tag, feel free to ask in the comments & be sure to SUBSCRIBE Here ► bit.ly/3AI411H 🔔

    • @kennyray1573
      @kennyray1573 Рік тому +3

      Definitely a fan and my family and have traveled there for 25 years straight and we love it.
      Keep up the great work

    • @rebahicks3619
      @rebahicks3619 Рік тому +1

      Okay thank you

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks @@kennyray1573 !

    • @mlbrooks4066
      @mlbrooks4066 Рік тому +5

      My understanding is that when the park was established the deal with obtaining the land was that there would never be an entrance fee but I am not sure that is true and if it is, I don’t know how the “fee” is described in the deal. It could be argued that the parking fee is a usage fee, maybe even an entrance fee. I don’t know if it’s legality has been tested in court, or the legality of not recognizing NPS annual park passes. I can sympathize with the need to pay for park upkeep but the National Parks were established long ago as something anyone could enter and use, not just something that only people with enough money can use. When I was a kid you didn’t pay fees to get into Shenandoah or Civil War battlefields, for instance. They were free to everyone.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      @@mlbrooks4066 GSMNP gets over 14 Million visitors a year. The closest in attendance (Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, etc) gets no more than 4 million. Yet the federal money they all get is not much different. GSMNP got about 30 million & Those other parks got about 20 Million each in 2021. I see it as a federal distribution issue, not something that needs to be put right back on the taxpayer.
      But it's here and not going away anytime soon, so I figured might as well make a helpful guide so people know how the new Parking Tag program works.

  • @williambillwaynerobertson930
    @williambillwaynerobertson930 Рік тому +12

    Ryan this is the best information that I've ever heard on the parking. As always another great piece of work Thank You, stay safe👍🇺🇸🤙

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Wm. W, that is very encouraging! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how their parking tag (fees) work!

  • @CaboWabotv
    @CaboWabotv Рік тому +6

    Excellent information about the new parking tags and a FAQ all in one professionally edited video with beautiful park footage. Thanks for making this great video Ryan!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Cabo! It took a bit of time to put together, but tried to be as clear and concise as can be on helping people better understand the Parking Tag (fee) requirements now at the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

  • @roadwarrior5810
    @roadwarrior5810 10 місяців тому +3

    Thank you for producing excellent, to-the-point, drama-free content. Very helpful.

  • @popularadventures
    @popularadventures Рік тому +8

    Very well done as always! Thanks for all of your hard work!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Thanks Popular Adventures! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how their parking tag (fees) work!

  • @DavidMeilan
    @DavidMeilan Рік тому +3

    Great video! Thanks for the info, well done and very informative and to the point.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks David! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how the parking tag (fees) work!

  • @michaelsnow5229
    @michaelsnow5229 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for all your information on the areas surrounding the Great Smoky Mountains N.P.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure Softail! We hope it helps other families planning their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

  • @Benton2017
    @Benton2017 Рік тому +2

    Thank you Ryan for this informational video on the Parking Tag situation. Can't wait to be in the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg/Great Smoky Mountain National Park area at the end of the month.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Our pleasure Levi We hope you have a great time at the end of the month & this video helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how their parking tag (fees) work!

  • @barryhunter5744
    @barryhunter5744 Рік тому +5

    We bought the yearly Parking Pass just to support the park. We travel to the mountains once a year for a week.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for watching Barry! We hope you have a wonderful time when you come back to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

    • @curtisball4437
      @curtisball4437 Рік тому +2

      You support it already via federal tax

    • @barryhunter5744
      @barryhunter5744 Рік тому

      @@curtisball4437 It's a small price to pay for all the enjoyment the Park has given me over the years, and maybe this will help preserve it for future folks to enjoy.

  • @tomsweet1669
    @tomsweet1669 Рік тому +2

    Great video very informative like always. We’re coming next month so now we know exactly what to do n how much. Thanks buddy

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Tom! We hope it helps other people coming to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!

  • @diamondpaintingwithsweett
    @diamondpaintingwithsweett Рік тому +1

    Great job, Ryan! Very informative!👍

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Sweet T! We hope it helps other planning an upcoming visit to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

  • @rogerokelley
    @rogerokelley Рік тому +2

    Wonderful information and very well illustrated 👍👍👍

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Thanks Roger! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

  • @sandrarhea2328
    @sandrarhea2328 Рік тому +2

    Thank you Ryan. That was very helpful!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure Sandra! We hope it helps others coming to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!

  • @MsSusie1959
    @MsSusie1959 Рік тому +5

    Ryan, This was very informative, Thank you so much for taking the time to do this for the people, You have answer a lot of questions, Hugs n Love to you all, and God Bless, I hope Brie is feeling a lot better.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Our pleasure MsSusie! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how their parking tag (fees) work!

    • @MsSusie1959
      @MsSusie1959 Рік тому +1

      @@AdventureIsOutThere Your so right Ryan,

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      @@MsSusie1959 Lots of questions online, I tried to answer as many of the main ones as clear and simple as I could!

    • @MsSusie1959
      @MsSusie1959 Рік тому +1

      @@AdventureIsOutThere Ryan, I think you have answered all the questions,

  • @sexymariett
    @sexymariett Рік тому +3

    Thank you very much for this valuable information 🥰

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure T Thomas! We hope it helps people planning to come to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

  • @KR-sh6rm
    @KR-sh6rm Рік тому +3

    Excellent info! Thank you!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Thanks KR! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how their parking tag (fees) work!

  • @rickysig
    @rickysig Рік тому +1

    Great information, thank you!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      Our pleasure Ricky! We hope it helps others coming to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

  • @marcboulanger4300
    @marcboulanger4300 Рік тому +3

    Even handicapped, if i could hike, i'd get a pass. Thankss for updating us.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure Marc! We hope it helps other families planning their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

  • @janiceyoung2004
    @janiceyoung2004 Рік тому

    Thank You so much! This is Most Helpful 🎉🎊

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure Janice! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how their parking tag (fees) work!

  • @olafpamela
    @olafpamela Рік тому +3

    Thanks for sharing on how to use parking pass👍😊

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Our pleasure Pamela! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how the parking tag (fees) work!

  • @keyman6689
    @keyman6689 Рік тому +2

    Great info. Nicely done as always!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Thanks keyman...I really appreciate that! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how the parking tag (fees) work!

    • @keyman6689
      @keyman6689 Рік тому +1

      @@AdventureIsOutThere Yes, we're a stop and take a picture in less than 15 minutes kind of people. But if we ever feel adventurous and want to hike to that waterfall, $5 is very reasonable.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      @@keyman6689 I want to take the kids to more bike rides in Cades Cove when they close it down for cars this fall, we really enjoyed it last time we did it. Hope all is well on the road!

  • @Wanda-dh6gn
    @Wanda-dh6gn Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the information on the fees.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Our pleasure Wanda! We hope it helps others who will be coming to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park better understand the parking tag (fee)!

  • @SmokeyMountainDreamer
    @SmokeyMountainDreamer Рік тому +1

    Thank You for this information, I'm gonna buy the annual pass

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Our pleasure SMD, that's what we did! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how their parking tag (fees) work!

  • @YahwehisGodandYeshuaisKingiamr
    @YahwehisGodandYeshuaisKingiamr 3 місяці тому

    Glory to God for this info lol. Thank you for your vids. They're really helpful with planning a va in Gatlinburg.
    I didn't know ya would need a parking pass if you parked there. I'm glad that I saw this cuz I was planning on going on some trails and see some waterfalls.

  • @kyrangerman519
    @kyrangerman519 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for sharing!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure kryangerman! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how the parking tag (fees) work!

  • @jamesbrinson4783
    @jamesbrinson4783 11 місяців тому

    Great video!🎉🎉🎉

  • @kathyg1346
    @kathyg1346 11 місяців тому

    Thank you for this info!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  11 місяців тому +1

      Your welcome! So glad our videos have been helpful and we appreciate your support!

  • @missys6719
    @missys6719 Рік тому

    Great info!

  • @WeAreStrongwithJesus
    @WeAreStrongwithJesus 17 днів тому

    Thank you

  • @carolm8003
    @carolm8003 Рік тому +3

    Informative video! Im just going to get the whole week one online for our trip even though I think we would only need it 2 days …I don’t want to think about it! Plus I like supporting the upkeep of the National Parks so this will be a donation in my mind. I actually had planned on buying Annual America the Beautiful pass if this was included just for the ease of it all. Strange system

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +3

      Thanks Carol! Buying a Great Smoky Mountain National Park Parking Tag online in advance is ideal to avoid lines during busy times & enable you to go straight to your destination. You just need to plan ahead & be able to have a physical copy printed out. We hope you have a wonderful time when you visit & thanks for stopping by!

  • @lisakurtz1671
    @lisakurtz1671 Рік тому

    Thank you for great info coming in next weekend to purchase my annual pass

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure Lisa! We hope you have a great time in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

    • @lisakurtz1671
      @lisakurtz1671 Рік тому

      @@AdventureIsOutThere thanks so much

  • @brucesteele3052
    @brucesteele3052 Рік тому +1

    As a veteran, I obtained a pass to NPS and Federal Recreational Lands at no cost. The pass is for my vehicle and all passengers.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      Just keep in mind, no previous veteran passes work for this program as mentioned in the video.

  • @randallmcgee6329
    @randallmcgee6329 Рік тому +1

    Thank you !!!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure Randall! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how the parking tag (fees) work!

  • @glenn7721
    @glenn7721 Рік тому

    3:15 Thank you for that suggestion!

  • @cherylmikell899
    @cherylmikell899 Рік тому +2

    Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Our pleasure Cheryl! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how the parking tag (fees) work!

    • @cherylmikell899
      @cherylmikell899 Рік тому +2

      @@AdventureIsOutThere Yes, we plan to be in the Smokey's in June. We've been waiting for a good video explaining how to get the pass, and your vlog did that. Thanks again!

  • @smokymountainman4964
    @smokymountainman4964 Рік тому +4

    Ryan,
    Very helpful video. As always this was a very informative video full of very helpful information. This helped me a lot to know where to get a parking pass and what kind we may need. Very well done. God bless brother

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Smoky Mountain Man...I really appreciate that! We hope it helps people better plan for their upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park & know how the parking tag (fees) work!

  • @fannieallen6005
    @fannieallen6005 11 місяців тому

    Thank you.

  • @FIRED13
    @FIRED13 8 місяців тому

    TY

  • @windlinewatersports
    @windlinewatersports Рік тому +2

    Or boycott the park. People need to stand up to this

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      I can’t change that it was done, but at least help people better understand the program in place they are now enforcing.

  • @susancarnes9483
    @susancarnes9483 Рік тому +1

    IF ONLY the parking decals were this well done. We purchased two annual passes. Within a week of sitting in the March sun they started to curl and come off. Same has happened to everyone we know. Imagine what will happen this summer! It's Ridiculous! A hanging tag would have been a better solution.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      We had a hanging tag when our daughter worked at Dollywood this past season. It was nice to just grab the tag and put it in the car we were taking her in. Its hard plastic and never had any issues & we only needed 1 between both cars. Hopefully they can take the feedback & improve them going forward!

  • @MrCliffda3rd
    @MrCliffda3rd Рік тому +1

    Just got back April 30-May3. The parking meter were't really that hard you pick a pass, enter plate, tap CC and it prints your pass. Bought 2 $5 passes as I only had 2 full days. 3 or more a $15 is perfect. It's even easier than the parking meters at the Florida parks like Ft. DeSoto.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      I know Ft. DeSoto well! I camped there many times as a kid (born in Tampa) and used to LOVE spear fishing at night there before we moved up here to TN!

  • @JimVicariously
    @JimVicariously Рік тому

    Thank you for your very informative review. I do have a gripe. As I understand from my research Seniors and Veterans are no longer exempt from National parks fees. Or is it just the Great Smokey Mtn National park, Parking tag?. As a retired Vet I looked forward to using this benefit. Silly note - Humans have embellished walls at gathering places since recorded history. But doing such on tax payer dollar property that will need repair, nope. Same with the stickers that blow off in the wind and litter the landscape. Have the Rangers hand out hammers and chisels and point to a large stone 500 yards down the valley. Charge those who can't carry and then discard the tools on the way up. Probably make more than charging parking fees. More fun too!. ;-)

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      You're welcome & first of all thank you for your service! I wish existing veterans passes would have carried over to this program, but unfortunately they do not. There is a handicap placard/license plate exemption, but not a veteran one Jim.

  • @richardsears4665
    @richardsears4665 Рік тому +3

    Knew this was coming just a glorified way to say it’s not an entrance fee
    But is

  • @forkhorn77
    @forkhorn77 11 місяців тому

    We are heading to tn from Missouri in august, if we buy a week long past from the automated kiosks , will it be a sticker for the windshield? Or will it be paper that lays on the dash? Thanks for all the great videos!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  11 місяців тому +1

      The day/week tags are print outs at the machine. Only the annual tags are stickers. Thanks J Mg!

    • @forkhorn77
      @forkhorn77 11 місяців тому

      @@AdventureIsOutThere thanks for the response, looking forward to exploring the park!

  • @Woody.D828
    @Woody.D828 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the informative Vlog -- Where do I get my FREE Annual Parking Pass since I am a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee? Thank You GSMNP for not creating an Entrance Gate Fee so that vacationers from TN can drive over to our Casino everyday without paying a fee...and to guarantee that the upper Admin folks working for the park can get future salary raises.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      Our pleasure Woody! I don’t see anything where it specifically states where you have to go to get yours. I would assume you could show proof at any visitor center & they could assist you.
      The park website states “The National Park Service does provide parking tags at no cost to Tribal leaders who will then distribute the tags to Tribal citizens who are coming to the park for traditional activities. The National Park Service expressly allows citizens of American Indian Tribes to enter parks for traditional activities without paying fees. The NPS acknowledges that the phrase “’traditional’ activities” is neither a static concept nor is it a set of neatly listed activities that can be defined by the NPS but should be defined by the member of the respective communities themselves.”

  • @thecakelady916
    @thecakelady916 Рік тому +2

    Great video! Did you have any issues with getting the permits to film in the GSM? Maybe you could explain that process.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Jennifer! The park rangers were great in guiding me to create this video!

  • @brucewallace3860
    @brucewallace3860 Рік тому

    Good video - - if I’m camping at Smoky Mountains NP, will my camping tag cover parking at other parts of the park as well? Or, do I need to purchase an additional parking tag?

    • @pacobubbles
      @pacobubbles Рік тому

      I was wondering the same thing. Everything I Read saying that you can park at your site for free obviously but if you leave your site and park anywhere, tag must be purchased. Wish that parking tag was included or discounted if you have booked a stay in the parks. I'm staying 2 weeks and have to dish out $30 more. At least the money goes to the parks.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      Thanks Bruce! Backcountry campers are not exempt from the parking tag requirement.
      Frontcountry campers parked at their designated campsite are not required to have a parking tag. If they park elsewhere in the park, a parking tag is required. Please note that parking tags are required for vehicles in excess of what is allowable for each campsite. Information about how many vehicles are allowed at each facility is available on recreation.gov.
      So if you were staying at Elkmont Campground as we did in this video you would not need a tag at our campsite: ua-cam.com/video/vpFgZwX5VuY/v-deo.html
      But if you left the frontcountry campsite and parked somewhere in the national park like we did the next morning at Cades Cove (see this video), then you would need one: ua-cam.com/video/3apEWzfMIC4/v-deo.html

  • @Craftitup64
    @Craftitup64 Рік тому +2

    Great tips indeed. Forgive me if I didn’t hear this in the video, but do you need a parking pass for every visitor center If you’re going to be there more than 15 minutes? Secondly, the easy hike at the Sugarland visitor center. Is it recommended to wear hiking boots or can we just wear our sneakers?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Dawn! 4:49 in the video I mention that I wouldn't stress about parking at a visitor center without a parking tag while in the process of buying one. Anywhere you do stop beyond that, if more than 15 minutes on Great Smoky Mountain National Park property, you would want to have your parking tag displayed.
      I think sneakers are fine for the Cataract Falls hike. Here is a full video of a time we did it so you can better see what it is like: ua-cam.com/video/y1jc_AX5n34/v-deo.html

    • @Craftitup64
      @Craftitup64 Рік тому

      @@AdventureIsOutThere thank you !!!!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Our pleasure @@Craftitup64 !

  • @mkt1847
    @mkt1847 10 місяців тому

    Thanks for the info. Just a couple questions: 1) The parking pass is placed on the bottom corner of the dash on the passenger side, not the driver side? That is different than most places. 2) None of the parking lots like Laurel Falls have timed entry for parking or a reservation required? I thought I heard they were going to go to some type of reservation system at some of the more popular locations?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  10 місяців тому

      1) "Annual parking tags must be displayed in the front, lower passenger side windshield. Daily and weekly parking tags must be placed face-up on the front, lower passenger side dashboard."
      2) No form of timed entry at this point in time.
      Hope this helps!

  • @ritatorres7384
    @ritatorres7384 11 місяців тому

    What if I’m camping in the park? Will the parking pass be included?

  • @caitlynpender8287
    @caitlynpender8287 Рік тому

    My family and I always love to take our kids to Herbert Holt park and would love to check out Mynatt park on our next visit. Would visiting a park like those require a parking pass? Thanks so much!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Hey Caitlyn! Mynatt Park would be considered a city of Gatlinburg park and therefore not need a Great Smoky Mountain National Park Parking TAG. We will be doing a fishing tournament on April 1st there:
      www.gatlinburgtn.gov/departments/recreation/city_parks.php

    • @caitlynpender8287
      @caitlynpender8287 Рік тому

      Thanks!

  • @stump2105
    @stump2105 8 місяців тому

    Question , if we have reservations for hiking campsites during a weekend, and pay for campsites , do I still need to purchase parking pass

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  8 місяців тому

      Backcountry campers are not exempt from the parking tag requirement.
      Frontcountry campers parked at their designated campsite are not required to have a parking tag. If they park elsewhere in the park, a parking tag is required. Please note that parking tags are required for vehicles in excess of what is allowable for each campsite. Information about how many vehicles are allowed at each facility is available on recreation.gov.

  • @UKBLUE1
    @UKBLUE1 4 місяці тому

    Is there a fee associated with entrance into the park?

  • @rebahicks3619
    @rebahicks3619 Рік тому +1

    I have 2 vehicle can I used my parking tag on both.? Or will I have to buy 2 of the parking tags.?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Good question Reba. The Great Smoky Mountain National Park website states "Parking tags are non-transferable. Each parking tag must include a license plate number matching the vehicle in which it is displayed. If your license plate number changes for any reason, you will need to purchase a new annual parking tag."

  • @mikefleming996
    @mikefleming996 Рік тому

    Do you have a video of Hilton Head South Carolina

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      We haven’t been to Hilton Head yet, but it’s on our to do list!

  • @1Tori391
    @1Tori391 Рік тому +1

    Is a pass needed for the buildings along the Cades Cove drive? I know one area along there has a large parking lot and several buildings, public restrooms, info building with a gift shop, etc. Do we need a pass if we are going to park in their parking lot?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      If your stop is less than 15 minutes, than no you won't need one. If you don't want to feel rushed or stressed about running back to the car getting a Great Smoky Mountain National Park Parking Tag might be the way to go Tori.

    • @1Tori391
      @1Tori391 Рік тому +1

      @@AdventureIsOutThere Ok, thank you. Looks like no matter where you stop your car within the park, you’ll need a pass if it’s more than 15 minutes. At first I thought they were mainly for pull off areas. Basically charging admission now for the buildings in Cades Cove. Doesn’t seem right to me that you have to pay to park in a huge parking lot. But what do I know. Thanks again.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      You're welcome@@1Tori391

  • @WSseaghost110
    @WSseaghost110 Рік тому

    What doesn’t work well in the seasonal parking sticker, rolled up and fell off the windshield within hours. Having to go to plan B.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      I taped ours down to the paper it came with & keep ours in the glove box to pull out.

  • @John-uv7zp
    @John-uv7zp Рік тому +1

    I’ve been coming here sense the 70s shame someone would right all over park entrance sign thank you to them and there parents

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      Foolish people will always do foolish things! 🤷‍♂️ Hopefully they can get things like this improved!

  • @jewels7863
    @jewels7863 Рік тому

    I have a question about the parking tags. Will we need a parking tag to do the Grotto Falls trail?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      If you park for more than 15 min in the park, yes. If not then you don’t need one.

  • @TwoWheelsLangley
    @TwoWheelsLangley 11 місяців тому

    I wish state and national parks would sell small annual decals for motorcycles.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  11 місяців тому

      They do. The annual parking tag is a cling and can be adhered to the motorcycle windshield or other highly-visible surface. The daily and weekly tags are paper but also need to be prominently displayed. Making sure the tag does not blow away or fall off is the responsibility of the visitor. One option is to tape the tag to the inside of the motorcycle windshield or instrument display. Motorcyclists should plan ahead and come prepared to adequately display their parking tag.

  • @piedmontpengwing
    @piedmontpengwing Рік тому

    I heard your voice today! You should had introduced yourself and your channel!!!!!!! Let me know if that was you in the audience when Dolly Parton ask if there was any questions. You probably was nervous!!!!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      I was just trying to jump to the question. My friend Jordan also had a question that unfortunately didn't get to her.

    • @piedmontpengwing
      @piedmontpengwing Рік тому

      @@AdventureIsOutThere They picked 2 media and then it was you. You have a great voice!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      @@piedmontpengwing I had a friend named Jordan who is waiting for her question and just didn’t get a chance to ask it. I’ve been told I have a great face for radio, whatever that means.

  • @TennEngineer
    @TennEngineer Рік тому +2

    Probably a good thing it doesn't show how many dislikes this video has I haven't been back to the park since they started this. TN and NC should be exempt from this . Or remove all together....

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Don't shoot the messenger. We are simply content creators trying to help educate people how the program works and try to help people save time & money for those traveling to the Smoky Mountains or any destinations we travel to that we make guides for.

  • @tcwaterdrill
    @tcwaterdrill Рік тому

    Maybe they can use some of the money to add water and sewer to camp sites in Cave Cove.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      We have really enjoyed Elkmont Campground & would love to do Cades Cove campground this year!

  • @mrsmcclune
    @mrsmcclune 10 місяців тому

    Is there a parking tag machine at Clingmans Dome?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  10 місяців тому

      You can get one at Clingmans Dome Visitor Center - 7078 Clingmans Dome Road, Cherokee, NC 28719
      You can always buy online in advance & print out your tag.

  • @garyallen6486
    @garyallen6486 9 місяців тому

    Where would you display your tag if you are on a motorcycle? Seems like an easy theft opportunity- any suggestions?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  9 місяців тому

      “The annual parking tag is a cling and can be adhered to the motorcycle windshield or other highly-visible surface. The daily and weekly tags are paper but also need to be prominently displayed. Making sure the tag does not blow away or fall off is the responsibility of the visitor.”

  • @CaboWabotv
    @CaboWabotv Рік тому

    Do you need a parking pass to park and picnic/grill at any of the picnic areas like Chimney Tops picnic area? I'm assuming yes but there's not a ticket machine there. But I guess that's well worth it for $5

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Since they sell them at Metcalf Bottoms Picnic Area (5:02 in the video) I would say yes. Anywhere inside the Great Smoky Mountain National Park boundary will require one. I would also assume they have placed signage at areas such as Chimney Tops picnic area letting people know it is required.

    • @CaboWabotv
      @CaboWabotv Рік тому

      @@AdventureIsOutThere Metcalf Bottoms has a hiking trail though. Just wondering if that was why. I'll just play it safe and spend the $5 when I picnic at Chimney Tops anyway.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      @@CaboWabotv haven’t been to Chimney Tops since March 1st, but I would think there would be signs up on the parking tag if they are requiring it. It sounds like it is required anywhere’s in the GSMNP property.

  • @rhondao7316
    @rhondao7316 Рік тому +1

    We saw on the news that National Parks in Ga will now be getting motor wheelchairs for handicapped people. Do you know if they are available there yet?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Rhonda. Haven't heard anything about that yet so not sure, maybe someone in else can comment on that!

    • @AdamSmith-gs2dv
      @AdamSmith-gs2dv Рік тому +2

      National Parks? Georgia doens have national parks

    • @rhondao7316
      @rhondao7316 Рік тому

      @@AdamSmith-gs2dv Yes there are several in Georgia. Please look it up

    • @AdamSmith-gs2dv
      @AdamSmith-gs2dv Рік тому

      @@rhondao7316 I think you mean state parks or other federal land that's not a national park

  • @bonniericks404
    @bonniericks404 Рік тому +1

    Just so you know, in case you don't. If you have a handicap plate or placard you do not have to have a parking pass.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Yes Bonnie, that’s what we explain 2 minutes into the video. Thanks!

  • @backwoodsmedia6865
    @backwoodsmedia6865 Рік тому

    Very well done video, however be careful that if one wants to video in the park now you need a permit to post to youtube or tiktok.

  • @delreytamayo6283
    @delreytamayo6283 Рік тому

    Has there been any sightings of Bigfoot, Sasquatch?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      We haven’t seen him in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @andrewkundratic3318
    @andrewkundratic3318 10 місяців тому

    Does a disabled “America the Beautiful” pass allow free parking?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  10 місяців тому

      A disabled license plate or placard does. America the beautiful is a separate program and does not apply.

  • @michaelsisk5938
    @michaelsisk5938 Рік тому +1

    Good video, but where does a motorcyclist display their pass safely to avoid it being lost or stolen? The pass is not refundable or replaceable.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Hey Michael. The National Park website states “The annual parking tag is a cling and can be adhered to the motorcycle windshield or other highly-visible surface. The daily and weekly tags are paper but also need to be prominently displayed. Making sure the tag does not blow away or fall off is the responsibility of the visitor. One option is to tape the tag to the inside of the motorcycle windshield or instrument display. Motorcyclists should plan ahead and come prepared to adequately display their parking tag.”

  • @jrcflaus
    @jrcflaus Рік тому

    Can you buy annual tag at machines or online?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      The machines don't sell the annual tags. Annual parking tags are available for purchase at visitor centers & online through Great Smoky Mountains Association at smokiesinformation.org

  • @billfannin8444
    @billfannin8444 Рік тому

    How about lifetime membership people I’ve been a lifetime member for years. Do we have to pay for a parking pass?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      No type of "interagency" membership would work for this. It is a completely separate program, so no existing membership would work in its place. The only thing that would is a handicap placard/license plate.

  • @dennisreiff4278
    @dennisreiff4278 Рік тому

    Where is the river shown at the 2:53 minute mark?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      Not sure exactly Dennis...it was stock footage that showed up when I searched for National Parks.

  • @thecoolestdad
    @thecoolestdad Рік тому +2

    Georgia state parks have been charging the $5 parking fee as long as I can remember. I haven't kept up with things so I don't know the reasons behind why the National parks are charging parking fees now. Is it just the Smoky Mountains National Park that is charging now, or as I mentioned, all national parks? I haven't had the opportunity to venture to any other national parks besides the Smoky Mountains. I mean, if the money will stay right there to help clean up graffiti, among many other things, then I guess it's not a bad thing. But growing up and coming up there with my grand parents as a kid and even now as an adult, we have never had to pay any parking fees. So I guess after all these years, I just don't get it. Not complaining, just don't understand why.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Other national parks charge admission. When we went to the Rocky Mountain National Park a year ago, it cost us $25 to get in for the day: ua-cam.com/video/nAJ0CBcKGxE/v-deo.html
      They way the Great Smoky Mountain National Park was set up as a "Park for the People" they can't charge admission with certain road access & other conflicting federal laws. GSMNP gets over 14 Million visitors a year. The closest in attendance (Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, etc) gets no more than 4 million. Yet the federal money they all get is not much different. GSMNP got about 30 million & Those other parks got about 20 Million each. I see it as a federal distribution issue, not something that needs to be put right back on the taxpayer.
      But it's here and not going away, so I figured might as well make a helpful guide so people know how the new Parking Tag program works. Thanks for stopping by TCD!

    • @thecoolestdad
      @thecoolestdad Рік тому +2

      @@AdventureIsOutThere Thanks for more info on the charging. When you are "out of the loop", LOL, you don't necessarily know what's going on and the changes. I am glad you uploaded this video, to inform us about the parking fees. I'll be sure to get one on our next trip up there. Because I can't think of anyone that would drive straight through the Smoky Mountains and absolutely not stop anywhere to enjoy the views. LOL.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Our pleasure @@thecoolestdad !

  • @claudedalton8970
    @claudedalton8970 Рік тому +1

    HOW ABOUT CAMERAS TO CATCH THOSE LITTERING AND PUTTING GRAFFITI ON OBJECTS AND GO AFTER THEM INSTEAD OF CHARGING THE TAXPAYERS DOUBLE TAXATION ON THE LAND THAT "WE THE PEOPLE" OWN!

  • @kathyweaver3251
    @kathyweaver3251 Рік тому

    Is a parking tab needed if just stopping at the visitor center or the gift shop at Cades Cove? If I only planned to drive the loop & then stop at the end, do I need the pass? Thanks!!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      A parking tag wouldn't be needed at a visitor or any spot in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park if it is less than 15 minutes. If you stay over 15 minutes at a visitor center without a parking tag you just run the risk that a ranger could be monitoring that area and could give a warning/citation.

  • @gov683
    @gov683 2 місяці тому

    Is there overnight parking

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  2 місяці тому

      Yes. You can specify the date(s) you plan to visit if you purchase your daily or weekly parking tag online through recreation.gov

  • @NewLife-qj9mx
    @NewLife-qj9mx 10 місяців тому

    Do you need a pass if you are native american?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  10 місяців тому

      Yes, the National Park Service does provide parking tags at no cost to Tribal leaders who will then distribute the tags to Tribal citizens who are coming to the park for traditional activities. The National Park Service expressly allows citizens of American Indian Tribes to enter parks for traditional activities without paying fees. The NPS acknowledges that the phrase “’traditional’ activities” is neither a static concept nor is it a set of neatly listed activities that can be defined by the NPS but should be defined by the member of the respective communities themselves.

  • @cocoyc495
    @cocoyc495 10 місяців тому +1

    What happened to the park entrance sign? That is so sad to see.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  10 місяців тому +1

      Graffiti

    • @cocoyc495
      @cocoyc495 10 місяців тому +1

      I've always entered through the Cherokee side and that sign looks good. I've never seen the other entrance signs. Thanks for the parking guide by the way. It definitely helped me and did not feel "lost". I just got back from a trip to The Great Smoky Mountains today.@@AdventureIsOutThere

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  10 місяців тому +1

      @@cocoyc495 Happy to help!

    • @norabradley9108
      @norabradley9108 Місяць тому

      Litter with a pen 😐

  • @AdamSmith-gs2dv
    @AdamSmith-gs2dv Рік тому +1

    Because of this I'd recommend skipping the summer and fall if you want to do GSM. The no street parking is going to be an absolute disaster, why are they removing that and offering no alternative to driving? I can see people getting in fights over parking

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      I wouldn't discourage someone from enjoying the park, but just recommend trying to get to your destination in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park ASAP. Hopefully they are able to improve trouble areas this year and people keep their cool & just chill out in the mountains!

    • @ITalk4-2
      @ITalk4-2 Рік тому

      I heard they were talking about shuttle busses. Do you have any word on that?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      @@ITalk4-2 nothing other than speculation at this point, nothing officially in place yet.

  • @cindyvanderzee2248
    @cindyvanderzee2248 Рік тому +1

    how much is a ticket for parking without the parking pass?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Hey Cindy! I asked and was never given amounts on getting a ticket. There is still a lot of education that will need to occur for the 14+ million visitors coming to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park this year. That being said, warnings will be given, but repeat violations will get one a fine of some amount.

  • @terrillcockeram8472
    @terrillcockeram8472 Рік тому

    My question is if in Cades Cove how will they treat bear 🐻 jam

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      No differently...try to encourage people to keep moving. Here was our experience biking Cades Cove last year: ua-cam.com/video/3apEWzfMIC4/v-deo.html

  • @greyfox243.
    @greyfox243. 10 місяців тому +1

    Oconaluftee= oh-kona-luff-tee.

  • @RustyFinch
    @RustyFinch Рік тому

    Not a fan of writing license plate on parking pass. Sometimes we’re not always in the same car when we are there. I’ll be writing both license plate info on annual pass and they are just going to have to deal. Not buying two passes.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      You could always go the dry erase marker route too Jennifer 😉

  • @343jwright5
    @343jwright5 Рік тому +3

    Great info sir. And to anybody whining about this fee…..get over yourself, suck it up and pay it and get out on those mountains. My biannual trip to the Smokies is well worth more than $40 to me. Plus it adds to the betterment of the park. 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Thanks 343! We hope it helps others who will be coming to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!

    • @rickysig
      @rickysig Рік тому +1

      I’ll tell you what, I don’t have a problem with buying the pass per se, but our “leaders” have no problem dumping $100 billion of our tax dollars into fighting someone else’s war on the other side of the world when that money could be used for national parks, infrastructure and the like. I think that is what irritates people.

    • @horsefancy
      @horsefancy Рік тому

      hopefully, all those lovely signs are worth it.

    • @mandovapehater6988
      @mandovapehater6988 19 днів тому

      343 can mind your Yankee doodle business. When you're born and raised here then I'll allow you to voice an opinion! Locals here have to pay to visit and maintain family cemeteries in the park. Do you think that's right!?

  • @borichfan
    @borichfan Рік тому

    So a person with a handicap parking sign does not need a parking pass BUT a family with more than one vehicle needs to purchase a parking pass for each vehicle??? People can borrow handicap parking signs from someone, they do it all the time. Can't borrow a parking pass from someone, because of having to match up the tag # on the pass to the tag # on the vehicle. Does not make sense. People will be using other's handicap sign to get out of paying the parking pass fee

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      I think they didn't think through families having multiple vehicles through & will hopefully adjust the type of annual pass to a hangtag that can more easily switch between vehicles.

  • @johnantesbergeriii4053
    @johnantesbergeriii4053 Рік тому

    Hope you enjoy the gov showing up at your door telling you you’re being cited for filming without a permit. That’s 6mon in prison and 10,000 usd fine.

  • @gloriatownsend1844
    @gloriatownsend1844 2 місяці тому

    Is it pet friendly

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Місяць тому

      There is only 1 pet friendly trail. Otherwise it is a danger to you and others to bring pets on the trail that could have an encounter with a bear.

  • @beverlyhill6783
    @beverlyhill6783 Рік тому +1

    We’re y’all from - Don’t think your born and raised in our area - y’all don’t have our southern mountain talk

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Born & raised in Tampa, FL. We moved up here to The Smokies 5 years ago.

    • @mandovapehater6988
      @mandovapehater6988 19 днів тому

      Another move in telling us what we can and can't do. Should be used to it by now.

  • @David-jo4gt
    @David-jo4gt Рік тому +1

    If I don't buy a parking tag how much is the ticket? I would rather see money spent on a new sign than putting up barriers to parking. That sign is in millions of family photos.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Hey David! I would guess one would get a courtesy warning, then after repeat offenses they would begin to be fined but unsure on how much the cost of the ticket would be. I would hope they could find more ways to expand the parking at places like Laurel Falls & hopefully clean up things like welcome signs this year in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park!

  • @waynehogue2499
    @waynehogue2499 Рік тому +2

    This is crazy! Shouldn’t the fact that we pay federal taxes cover this ridiculous parking fee idea?

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      Hey Wayne! They way the Great Smoky Mountain National Park was set up as a "Park for the People" & they can't charge admission with certain road access & other conflicting federal laws. GSMNP gets over 14 Million visitors a year. The closest in attendance (Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, etc) gets no more than 4 million. Yet the federal money given to each park is not much different. GSMNP got about 30 million & Those other parks got about 20 Million each. I see it as a federal distribution issue, if the tax payer money was properly allocated based on park attendance, they would be doing this IMO.

  • @amandadryman124
    @amandadryman124 Рік тому +3

    Such a great video, but still hard not to be enraged by all this as a tax-paying citizen 😡

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +2

      Thanks Amanda! If the federal funds were distributed to parks based on attendance, the Great Smoky Mountain National Park would not be doing this IMO. In 2021 with 14+ million visitors they received about 30 million. The next busiest park saw 4 million visitors and received 20 million dollars. The federal government takes plenty of money from taxpayers, they just are terrible at managing it.
      It is what it is at this point and wanted to try to make a simple video helping people to prepare their upcoming visit.

    • @amandadryman124
      @amandadryman124 Рік тому +1

      @@AdventureIsOutThere you’re absolutely doing the right thing putting this helpful info out there! Thank you!

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      @@amandadryman124 our pleasure, we hope it helps!

  • @mailtales6420
    @mailtales6420 8 місяців тому +1

    GOTTA PAY TO PARK, OR EVERYTHING AUTO WILL SNATCH YOU UP!!!

  • @Bossman_71
    @Bossman_71 Рік тому +1

    Thanks but we will be boycotting the park from now on , this is totally ridiculous!

  • @OffroadCpl
    @OffroadCpl Рік тому +2

    I'm not paying

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      You can go into the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and drive through and not need to pay anything. But if you don't have a parking tag you run the risk of getting a citation.

    • @343jwright5
      @343jwright5 Рік тому +1

      Rebel.

  • @joewoodchuck3824
    @joewoodchuck3824 Рік тому

    This hardly warrants a video. The day pass is only if you're passing through the area. The week pass for $15 is very common, and the annual pass if you're coming back. Simple.

  • @catspjs6229
    @catspjs6229 Рік тому +1

    Didn’t they sign a treaty and were to never charge to enter the park? Seems like a sneaky way to charge. Also, I will
    Say, they know all good and well this is one of the most popular park in America, and they’re going to make serious BANK! I know you’re just the messenger, no hate for you, and you’re just making an informative video. But this really is nonsense.

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому

      Thanks for not shooting the messenger...LOL! It's a federal government miss allocation of funds problem IMO. I certainly don't agree with some aspects of the program, but I can't do anything about it. I am just trying help people better know how to the program works when they come.

  • @thomassimonds9231
    @thomassimonds9231 Рік тому +1

    I don’t like it but you have to pay the government took my grandpa’s land I live in Swain County we should not have to pay

    • @AdventureIsOutThere
      @AdventureIsOutThere  Рік тому +1

      It is what it is

    • @thomassimonds9231
      @thomassimonds9231 Рік тому +1

      @@AdventureIsOutThere Yeah but the government stalled my grandparents land I was born and raised in Swain County I shouldn’t have to pay to go in the park and I will not pay but I will go in the park they can kiss my you know what

    • @mandovapehater6988
      @mandovapehater6988 19 днів тому

      ​@@thomassimonds9231right behind you son from cocke co TN!