Episode 5
America's Most Visited National Park
July 29th, 2026
43 mins 43 secs
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About this Episode
Have you ever wondered who maintains the 800 miles of trails in America’s most visited national park, or how a mountaintop lodge gets its supplies without any roads? In this episode of Gatlinburg: The Podcast is Calling, we sit down with Katie Liming, Chief of Staff for Great Smoky Mountains National Park, to pull back the curtain on the backyard of Gatlinburg. You'll discover the scientific secret behind the park's famous blue mist, how a dedicated team preserves over 100 historic log cabins, and the incredible role that a herd of llamas plays in keeping Mount LeConte thriving. Whether you are a first-time visitor looking to escape the crowds in hidden valleys like Cosby or a seasoned hiker looking for a new perspective along the Foothills Parkway, this insider guide will change how you experience the Smokies.