Quote Originally Posted by George View Post
may want to update that the smokies permit does now have a fee - and possibly the registration link
"Permits

Only two places on the trail require a permit: Shenandoah and Great Smoky Mountains National Parks. SNP is free and obtained at the front entrance. The Smokies have a new permit system as of Feb 2013.."

The link goes to a page that has
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Appalachian Trail Thru-Hiker Backcountry Permit on the top.
Think that covers it..no?