National parks near Madison County, Georgia
The closest national park to Madison County, Georgia is Great Smoky Mountains National Park — about 108 mi (173 km) away, or roughly 3 hr of driving.
Nothing here is a comfortable day trip — the nearest parks are better as an overnight or a weekend.
National parks near Madison County
| Park | Straight-line distance | Estimated drive | Realistic trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Smoky Mountains National Park | 108 mi (173 km) | 3 hr | Best as a weekend |
| Congaree National Park | 138 mi (222 km) | 3 hr 43 min | Best as a weekend |
| Mammoth Cave National Park | 271 mi (436 km) | 6 hr 52 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| New River Gorge National Park | 299 mi (481 km) | 7 hr 31 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Shenandoah National Park | 407 mi (656 km) | 10 hr 5 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Gateway Arch National Park | 501 mi (806 km) | 12 hr 18 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Cuyahoga Valley National Park | 502 mi (808 km) | 12 hr 20 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Point Pelee National Park | 546 mi (879 km) | 13 hr 22 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Indiana Dunes National Park | 564 mi (908 km) | 13 hr 48 min | Worth a longer road trip |
| Hot Springs National Park | 565 mi (910 km) | 13 hr 50 min | Worth a longer road trip |
Towns and cities in Madison County
Common questions
What is the closest national park to Madison County?
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, about 108 mi (173 km) away and roughly 3 hr of driving.
Which national parks can I visit from Madison County in a day?
None comfortably. Plan at least one night away.