Important Parking Tag Details:
– Tags must match your license plate number
– Annual tags: display on the front, lower passenger side windshield.
– Daily & weekly tags: place face-up on the passenger side dashboard.
– Each parking tag is valid for one vehicle only.
– Tags are not replaceable, refundable, or transferable.
No tag is needed if:
– Stopping for 15 minutes or less
– Driving through without parking
– Tags are valid for all vehicle sizes and types.
How & Where to Buy Your Parking Tag
Buying online saves you time once you arrive!
Recreation.gov – Daily and weekly parking tags are available here. You’ll need to print your tag at home and display it inside your vehicle before arrival (park staff cannot print tags for you).
– During checkout, you’ll be asked to enter your license plate number and the date of your visit.
– Tags can be purchased up to 6 months in advance for added convenience.
– Daily and weekly parking tags expire at 11:59 pm ET on the date printed on the tag.
Plan for Your Smoky Mountain Adventure
Having your tag ready means less stress and more time enjoying the Smokies. Buying online in advance is the easiest way to ensure you’re set for your trip.
For more details, visit the National Park Service website.
