The increase in climate provides the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the many swimming locations within the Great Smoky Mountains. These Numerous swimming sites can be found throughout the park. These locations are good for a quick dip or tubing depending on the water level.
Area – Location – Features
1. Big Creek – State 32 from Cosby – Quiet, peaceful area with a refreshing creek
2. Deep Creek – Hwy. 19 from Cherokee – Great for tubing, bring your own or rent one
3. Greenbrier – Hwy. 321 from Gatlinburg – Just pick any spot on the gorgeous middle prog of the Little Pigeon River. Great for tubing!
4. Metcalf Bottoms – Little River Road – wade in and skip rocks across this calm, wide area of the river. Good for tubing.
5. The Sinks – Little River Road – The Smokies’ deepest swimming hole
6. Townsend ‘Wye” – Little River Road and Laurel Creek Road intersection – placid stretch of river with grassy banks for sunbathing. Another good place for tubing.
Posted by Maggie 
