We arrived at the Cosby campsite that same day and the weather there was good. We figured on staying for a relaxing three days. However, the next day broke with heavy rain — sigh. We elected to head into Pigeon Forge and shop the day away as there are a (horrible) number of factory outlets…

After our spelunking experience we drifted eastward into the Great Smoky Mountains national park. We stayed in a less frequented part of the park near Crosby. The main area around Gatlinburg is very busy and commercial. The area around Crosby highlights the quiet and rich nature of a climax eastern forest. The two photos below…