b'Make Lasting Memories:10 Things Your Family Must Do in Cades CoveI N THE HEARTof the Great Smokyhours to make it through the cove, depending on Mountains, youll find a place where vibrantthe stops you want to make and seasonal traffic.mountains surround a peaceful valley full ofThe more popular the season, the more time it color, teeming with wildlife, and filled with thewill take. Peak season is summer, fall, and rich stories of the people who settled here inweekends. Be prepared for bear jams when the early 1800s. When you visit, you may thinktraffic slows as people see bears or other wildlife youve found your own slice of heaven. Withalong the loop. Make sure to stop at the entrance all of its majesty, there is something even moreof the loop to grab your self-guided Cades Cove spectacular than the captivating beauty of thisTour booklet or download the Cades Cove Guide placeits simply the unforgettable memoriesapp for more information about nature, wildlife, youll make while you are here.history, and a map of the cove.Cades Cove is a treasure trove of adventure and a haven for those who need rest, so how your adventure begins depends on you. Weve identified ten things we think you and your family must do while you are here. If you dont have time this trip, save it for the next one!TAKE A DRIVETake the winding country 1 road through Cades Cove on Cades Cove Loop Road. This 11-mile, one-way road loops around the cove, allowing visitors to take in the fresh mountain air, wildlife, and history at their own pace. Allow anywhere from two to four 20|smokymountains.org'