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Great Smoky Mountains National Park Gift Guide: Unique Gifts & Keepsakes

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Discover the perfect gifts inspired by Great Smoky Mountains National Park, including blankets, totes, travel tumblers, and attraction passes. Celebrate your trip with practical, eco-friendly, and beautifully designed keepsakes.



The Best Great Smoky Mountains National Park Gifts and Keepsakes


Great Smoky Mountains National Park Gift Guide

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Save up to 30% off admission costs at top attractions in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, and the Smoky Mountains with a Sightseeing Flex Pass. Explore Tennessee your way with a 3- or 5-attraction pass. Purchase the Smoky Mountain Flex Pass.





I LOVE Xplorer Maps' beautiful products and gifts, especially for our National Park trips. Xplorer Maps is committed to giving back to public lands as proud members of 1% For The Planet. A portion of every sale supports non-profit organizations focused on conservation, preservation, and education. To date, they have donated over $100,000 to 37 organizations worldwide.


Xplorer Maps’ fleece blanket offers warmth and comfort for all seasons. Made from a soft and breathable blend of 50% Berber fleece and 50% microfiber fleece, it’s perfect for chilly nights at home, the cabin, dorm rooms, or even outdoor adventures. Featuring a beautifully hand-illustrated story map design by artist Chris Robitaille, each blanket is vibrant, unique, and inspired by antique, old-world cartography.




Great Smoky National Park Map Nylon Pouch Tote Bag with Handles - Reusable, Eco-friendly Shopping Bag, Washable, 18" wide by 25" tall

Xplorer Maps oversized, eco-friendly nylon totes are perfect for shopping, traveling, or beach trips. Durable yet lightweight, each tote holds up to 60 pounds and folds into a compact pouch with a carabiner for easy storage. Practical and reusable, they make a great gift for travelers, nature lovers, and anyone looking to reduce single-use plastic bags.


Great Smoky Mountains National Park Map 16 Oz Travel Drinkware with Spill-Resistant Lid - Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Coffee Tumbler

Xplorer Maps’ 16 oz travel drinkware combines vibrant, unique design with practicality. Featuring hand-illustrated “story” maps by artist Chris Robitaille, each piece pays tribute to early cartographers with intricate, antique-style details. Designed in the USA, the tumbler is crafted from high-quality, food-grade stainless steel, making it durable, rust-proof, and unbreakable. Its double-walled, vacuum-insulated construction keeps drinks hot or cold, perfect for any adventure. Plus, it’s BPA-free and easy to clean, offering both style and function for on-the-go use.


Wearable Smoky Mountain Gifts:

These are our favorite comfortable clothes inspired by the Smoky Mountains.


Great Smoky Mountains National Park Sweatshirt - Retro Bear Tennessee Hiking Lovers Crewneck

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park Sweatshirt features a beautiful retro design of the park's majestic mountains and tranquil lakes. This sweatshirt comes in unisex sizes with a classic round neck and long sleeves, easily styled with jeans, leggings, skirts, or shorts.






This collection celebrates the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a beloved family vacation spot in Tennessee and North Carolina. Each piece is crafted with an 8.5 oz fabric weight and a classic fit, complete with a twill-taped neck for added comfort.


Pop Threads Great Smoky Mountains National Park by Matt Brass Graphic Tee T-Shirt for Men


Discover America's national parks with this black bear design from the Great Smoky Mountains by artist Matt Brass. Available in various colors and sizes up to 6XL.


Great Smoky Mountains Vintage T-Shirt

These vintage-soft, preshrunk premium ringspun cotton tees are incredibly soft and likely to become a favorite. Original graphics are hand-printed in Asheville, NC, ensuring a smooth print that lasts for years. The adult unisex t-shirts fit well on both men and women. Customers should order their usual size in a standard fitting t-shirt: Small, Medium, Large, XL, XXL, or 3XL.

Men's Funny National Parks Socks, Novelty Cool Crazy Crew Socks Fun Gifts Merch, Size 8-13

Men's sock size 10-13 fits shoe sizes 8-13. One size fits most. Crafted from premium cotton, these socks are soft and lightweight, keeping your feet cool during activities. The elastic edge ensures a snug fit without being too tight. Made with 65% cotton, 32% nylon, and 3% spandex, these durable socks offer flexibility for all-day wear, no matter what you're doing.


Our Favorite Great Smoky Mountains Books:


Moon Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Hiking, Camping, Scenic Drives

My favorite guidebook for exploring the Smokies is Moon Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It’s packed with flexible itineraries for trips ranging from a single day to a full week, along with detailed hiking descriptions, trail maps, and tips for backpackers. Discover the best of the outdoors—cruise scenic Newfound Gap Road, spot wildlife like black bears and elk, or experience the magic of Elkmont’s synchronous fireflies. The guide includes up-to-date info on park entrances, lodging, planning tips, and maps, all expertly crafted by Smoky Mountains expert Jason Frye. Whether you’re hiking, sightseeing, or camping under the stars, Moon makes planning your trip easy and enjoyable.


Field Notes: National Parks Series (Series C - Rocky Mountain, Great Smoky Mountains, Yellowstone) - Graph Paper Memo Book 3-Pack - 3.5 x 5.5 Inch

Field Notes: National Parks Series (Series C - Rocky Mountain, Great Smoky Mountains, Yellowstone) includes a 3-Pack of Graph Paper Memo Books, each measuring 3.5x5.5" with 48 pages, ideal for documenting your national park adventures.


Photographer Bill Lea beautifully showcases the wildlife of the Great Smoky Mountains, capturing everything from playful otters and ruby-throated hummingbirds to graceful whitetails and curious black bears. This book is a heartfelt tribute to the stunning landscapes and the unique creatures that call this place home.




Firefly Experience by Radim Schreiber
Firefly Experience by Radim Schreiber

One of my favorite memories in the National Parks was seeing the synchronous fireflies in the Great Smoky Mountains. I first learned of these amazing fireflies through the photography of artist Radim Schreiber. Schreiber's book is a masterpiece capturing the beauty of this natural phenomenon. Learn How to See the Synchronous Fireflies in the Smoky Mountains here.




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