2011年7月送兒子去Duke上Summer School,順便去了一次Smoky Mountains National Park。這個國家公園有一大部分在北卡州境內,但是主要旅遊設施好像都在田納西州。如果直接坐飛機,到田納西的Knoxville更方便。這裏的山植被很多,缺乏美國西南部山頭的顏色、反光,但以重疊的山巒景色出名。
elian2011-10-22 16:08:01回複悄悄話
Great Smoky mountains are quite far from Durham, where Duke is located, about 7 hours driving, further than driving down from Indianapolis. It's closer to Atlanta, Georgia and Nashville, Tennessee than from RDU triangle area of NC. I've been there at least 3 times. It was fun touring through the tourist town Gatlinberg, a lot more interesting than the mountains itself. The things memorable about the mountains are the fall foliage and staying at rented cabins overnight. Those log cabins with mountain view, hot tubs and large jacuzzi tubs are unforgettable. The interiors are always uniquely rustic and cozy. Try it!