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Cosby Picnic Area, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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#28 of 37 in Parks in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Park · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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  • By crystalm37
    This was our first visit and we just wanted to see how the area was. It was not crowded and very peaceful. It is a little out of the way, but we will return to hike to Hen Wallow Falls.  more »
  • By ECWashington
    We took the nature trail. One mile. 45 minutes to complete. Well since the recent rains the river crossing at signpost number 11 was impossible. The water was so high and so rushing that it was...  more »
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