Little River Road Access
Little River Road Access
Little River Road Access provides vehicle access to the Little River along an 18-mile scenic drive in Great Smoky Mountains National Park between Sugarlands Visitor Center and Cades Cove, with multiple pullouts and overlooks for fishing and river viewing.
The road meanders alongside the Little River offering year-round fishing opportunities, with several designated stops including Metcalf Bottoms picnic area and access points near waterfalls like Meigs Falls and the Sinks.
Parking is available at multiple scenic stops along the road, though a parking tag is required for vehicles parked longer than 15 minutes.
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