Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage

As winter fades and the colors of spring begin to sparkle throughout the Smokies, Gatlinburg blossoms into the center of all things botanical during the Great Smoky Mountain Association’s 74th Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage. From May 1 – 4, everyone from the serious botanist to the weekend gardener can experience unprecedented access to some of the nation’s leading botanical experts as well as Appalachian wildlife authorities. Celebrate and enjoy the beauty of Great Smoky Mountains National Park with over 100 different programs, including hiking tours, motorcades, demonstrations, and classroom lectures centered on the flowers, plants, and wildlife in the great outdoors.