Tennessee route stop · Newfound Gap
Newfound Gap
the 5,046-ft pass on the TN/NC state line
Featured driveNewfound Gap Road
StateTennessee
Drive length~31 miles
Trip timehalf day
Newfound Gap is one of the places Roamward flags on the Newfound Gap Road because it gives the drive its texture: the 5,046-ft pass on the TN/NC state line. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Newfound Gap runs Gatlinburg, TN → Cherokee, NC. Across the Great Smoky Mountains.
Nearby route stops
- Chimney Tops Overlook — classic view of the twin peaks (Newfound Gap)
- Clingmans Dome — a spur to the highest point in the Smokies (Newfound Gap)
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
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