Lickstone Overlook

Lickstone Overlook earns consistent praise as one of the parkway's premier viewpoints, offering an exceptionally broad panorama that stretches across nearly the entire crest of the Great Smokies. Visitors are particularly impressed by the sweeping westward views that take in everything from Deals Gap to Clingmans Dome (Kuwohi). The overlook delivers memorable vistas throughout the season, though timing matters—early October catches peak foliage, while late October visits may find many leaves already gone.