Where to Find Webcam Views of Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains

I remember scouring the internet for webcam views of Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains when we first started visiting, but unfortunately, none of the cams seemed to be working well, or it just didn’t hold my interest for very long. I don’t want to say technology wasn’t advanced 10-12 years ago; it just means how far we’re still going with it, and some of those aspects don’t thrill me in the least, if I’m being honest.

Anyway, the internet has given us much joy if we can’t be there. And while, thankfully, I can enjoy it daily, it has been a delight to many who can’t be here. If you haven’t already discovered them, I’d like to give you a little help as to where you can find some high resolution, spectacular webcams here in this hotbed of superlative sights!

Newfound Gap

We’re going to start with the Newfound Gap webcam, which is at the highest point on its namesake road. This is where FDR spoke at the official dedication of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in September 1940. The webcam page features some of the amazing views seen from here, and also features weather information, including snow depth. This area often closes in the winter due to wind speeds and accumulating snowfall and icy roads, so this can be a captivating watch.

Link: https://www.air-resource.net/grsmnfgap/

Various Points in the Smokies

Instead of listing them individually, I’m going to mention each one in this section, and then you can click the link below to hit up each of them from that point. The other areas with webcams in the Smokies include the following: Look Rock, Twin Creeks, LeConte Creek, Purchase Knob, and Kuwohi (Clingmans Dome). I’d also like to point out that sometimes they don’t give you the best visibility, and are susceptible to an occasional malfunction, as with anything. And just as the Newfound Gap cam site does, these also display weather conditions and air quality information that any weather geek or novice should appreciate.

Link: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/photosmultimedia/webcams.htm

Gatlinburg Space Needle

The 407-foot-tall tower that has become an iconic landmark of this tourist town is the next stop on our tour of webcams. You might want to ponder riding this to the top if you’re a bit jittery about heights, but that’s okay, you’re don’t have to worry when you’re sitting at home admiring the views that overlook the mountains and the city of Gatlinburg. It’s still a recommended thing to do, and you can pretend you’re there when staring at your laptop.

Link: https://www.gatlinburgspaceneedle.com/webcam/

Gatlinburg SkyPark

The Gatlinburg Skypark is undergoing quite the changes since the fires of 2016 damaged the old Skylift, which was a longtime favorite of many since it originally opened in 1954. The views are outstanding, but that’s nothing new around these parts. They have a pretty darn good skycam as well, and it can be seen on their YouTube channel as well as another one that pans the mountains. You can view both from my link below. They are outstanding, offering views of Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains!

Link: https://www.gatlinburgskypark.com/videos-and-photos

Anakeesta

Anakeesta is one of the top attractions in Gatlinburg, and their webcam only tempts visitors more with peeks (and peaks) at what is to offer here. There are also two webcams on their own website that show the sheer beauty of this mountain paradise. The cameras are located in Firefly Village and at the Anavista Tower. The latter was built in 2020, and is the highest man-made point in all of Gatlinburg. Not that it’s important, but this is where I was moved to tears on my first time at the top of this beautiful structure.

Link: https://anakeesta.com/live-cameras-at-anakeesta/

Ober Mountain

Last but certainly not least is Ober Mountain. You may remember them as Ober Gatlinburg, but they underwent a name change with new owners who have strong East Tennessee ties. They are also in the midst of renovations which seek to shed their image of a ski resort (the only in Tennessee) watching time pass them by. The views here are absolutely epic, and if you can stomach the tram ride, those also don’t disappoint. Their webcam is on their official webpage, and if you tune into WVLT, it is also their weather cam they show often on the newscast.

Link: https://obermountain.com/webcams/

Now you know where to look to get a taste and feel of Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains from your very own living room, or wherever you like to tune in. Millions of people come to the Smokies to enjoy their vacation, but there are many who cannot. And whether it’s my Facebook page, Substack, or these webcams, I hope you find your happiness. I am honored to provide quality to peoples’ lives in ways which I wouldn’t be able to otherwise. Thank you for reading and subscribing, and I hope you all have an amazing 2025!