No, it’s not an oxymoron. The Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is a five to six-mile long road that meanders through the Smoky Mountains National Park near Gatlinburg, TN. The road is one way, narrow and winding, thereby requiring travelers to slow down and appreciate the surroundings. Indeed, buses, motor homes, and trailers are not permitted on the road.

Keep an eye out for black bear while on the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail

There are many pull-outs along the way, where motorists may take in the views or get out and explore. Old-growth forests, historic buildings, charming old log cabins, and rushing streams and waterfalls are all right there, waiting to be appreciated.

The Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is close to our Gatlinburg TN bed and breakfast. It closes each winter, but reopens to the public today, May 28, 2010. So after a delicious breakfast at our Smoky Mountains lodging, hop in the car and head out to nature.