Cades Cove is a valley surrounded by mountains and is one of the most popular destinations in the Smoky Mountains. It offers some of the best viewing opportunities for wildlife such as: white-tailed deer, black bear, coyote, ground hog, turkey, raccoon, skunk, and other animals. Enjoy an 11-mile, one-way loop road that circles the cove, allowing motorists to sightsee at a leisurely pace. There are also hiking trails.