Explore our recommended scenic driving routes starting from 379 E Parkway in Gatlinburg.
Discover Roaring Fork, Newfound Gap, Clingmans Dome (Kuwohi), Cades Cove, Elkmont Historic District, and Oconaluftee Visitor Center with elk viewing areas.
Featured Scenic Drives
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail –
Forest drive with historic cabins, waterfalls, and peaceful mountain streams.
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Little River Gorge Road (The Sinks) –
Scenic river route with waterfall views and multiple photo stops.
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Newfound Gap –
High-elevation mountain drive with panoramic Smoky Mountain views.
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Kuwohi (Clingmans Dome) –
Highest point in the Smokies with a short paved walk to a 360° observation tower.
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Cades Cove Loop –
Wildlife viewing, historic churches, and classic open valley scenery.
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Elkmont Historic District –
Historic riverside cabins and a relaxing 2–3 hour exploration stop.
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Oconaluftee Visitor Center (Elk Viewing Area) –
Wide open valley known for elk sightings near Cherokee.
Scenic UTV Routes in Gatlinburg &
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Best Scenic Drives & Street-legal UTV Routes in Gatlinburg, TN
Explore the best scenic drives in Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains with our street-legal UTV rentals. These self-guided routes are perfect for families looking to experience mountain views, wildlife viewing areas, and unforgettable vacation memories. Below are some of the top UTV-friendly scenic drives near Gatlinburg, TN.
Cades Cove
Cades Cove is one of the most popular scenic drives in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This 11-mile loop features historic cabins, wildlife viewing areas, and breathtaking mountain views. With our street-legal UTV rentals in Gatlinburg, TN, you can comfortably explore Cades Cove while enjoying one of the most iconic drives in the Smokies.
Foothills Parkway
Foothills Parkway offers one of the most breathtaking panoramic drives in the Smoky Mountains. This scenic route features sweeping mountain overlooks, smooth paved roads, and incredible sunset views. With our street-legal UTV rentals in Gatlinburg, TN, Foothills Parkway is the perfect drive for families looking to enjoy open-road mountain scenery in comfort.
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is a scenic one-way drive located just minutes from downtown Gatlinburg. This winding mountain road takes you through lush forest landscapes, historic cabins, and beautiful creekside views. With our street-legal UTV rentals in Gatlinburg, TN, Roaring Fork offers a peaceful and unforgettable Smoky Mountains driving experience perfect for families and nature lovers.
Townsend
Townsend, often called the “Peaceful Side of the Smokies,” offers a relaxing scenic drive with beautiful mountain views and light traffic. This route connects to Cades Cove and provides easy access to some of the most picturesque roads in the Smoky Mountains. With our street-legal UTV rentals in Gatlinburg, TN, driving toward Townsend is a smooth and enjoyable way to explore the quieter side of the region.
Clingmans Dome
Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and offers panoramic views stretching across Tennessee and North Carolina. The drive to Clingmans Dome features stunning mountain scenery and cool high-elevation air. With a street-legal UTV rental from Gatlinburg, TN, this scenic route becomes an unforgettable mountain adventure perfect for families and sightseeing enthusiasts
Newfound Gap
Newfound Gap Road is one of the most scenic mountain drives in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, connecting Gatlinburg, TN to Cherokee, North Carolina. This high-elevation route offers panoramic mountain views, scenic overlooks, and cooler mountain air. With our street-legal UTV rentals in Gatlinburg, TN, driving Newfound Gap becomes an unforgettable experience through the heart of the Smokies.
Why Explore the Smoky Mountains in a Street-Legal UTV?
Exploring these scenic drives in a street-legal UTV allows you to experience the Smoky Mountains with freedom and flexibility. Our 2, 4, and 6 seat UTV rentals in Gatlinburg, TN are designed for comfort, safety, and unforgettable family adventures. Book your UTV today and discover why the Smokies are best explored on four wheels.