Many recommended the Newfound Gap parking area for its scenic overlooks and access to trailheads, noting that the Appalachian Trail also crosses here. If you're visiting on a weekend, prepare for ...

The Alum Cave Trailhead is an 8.6.-mile drive on Newfound Gap Road from the Sugarlands Visitor Center. Access to the trail is free. For more information, visit the NPS website. Arctic Circle and ...