Clingman's Dome

Clingman's Dome is a ramp and view area built in the 50's and completed in 1960 on the highest mountain ridge in the Smoky Mountains. I can't believe that this is my first time here.

A week ago, I received a travel email entitled, "10 Best Places to Watch Sunset in the United States". Clingman's Dome was on the list.

Today u was not there for sunset but rather mid afternoon. It is hot, the grade of the paved path is steep, the sun is direct and my heart is beating out of my chest. Merrill boats on, I climbed. Astounded that people were wearing flip flops and sliders. One woman was 8-9 months pregnant and looked like she was in severe pain.

The view was magnificent.

Arrived to Gatlinburg. Steak dinner at Howard's and a visit to Old Mountain Wine Company. Everything is sweet in Gatlinburg. So here I sit drinking a Honey Basil hard cider while watching the UT Baseball game while the Stanley Cup Finals are on.Read more