1) Pack light. As you increase elevation, the air becomes thinner, making it harder for you to breathe. The fully stocked camera bag that was a breeze to carry on the ground can become very, very heavy higher up. That being said, don't neglect taking extra memory or batteries - these are small and shouldn't add much weight.

2) As you increase elevation the temperature will change. For example, a pleasant, slightly warm temperature in Sevierville, TN will turn colder when you get to Newfound Gap and could become frigid when climbing to the top of Clingman's Dome. Pack extra batteries - power will drain quicker in the cold weather.

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