Park
Great Smoky Mountains
382 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Kathy
May 22, 2022
Appalachian Trail Distance: 4.0 miles one way to Charlies Bunion Terrain: Elevation change of 1,600 feet; this is a rm- packed trail that traverses some exposed cliffs Deep Creek Trail Distance: 1.6 miles round trip to waterfalls Terrain: Easy Kephart Prong Trail Distance: 4 miles round trip Terrain: Kid-friendly for elementary and up. Moderate dif culty Rainbow Falls Trail Distance: 2.7 miles one way to Rainbow Falls. The trail continues past the falls for a total of 6.7 miles up to the summit of Mt. Le Conte. Terrain: Elevation change of 1,700 feet; trail contains switchbacks and is rocky in sections Alum Cave Trail Distance: 2.5 miles one way to Alum Cave Bluffs. Alum Cave Bluffs Trail continues past Alum Cave Bluffs for a total of 5.0 miles to just below the summit of Mt. Le Conte. Terrain: Elevation change of 1,200 feet; the trail is steep and follows the edge of the ridge in section Laurel Falls Trail Distance: 2.6 miles Terrain: Moderate, paved but rough and uneven, trail has short, steep sections which can be slip- pery in wet weather. Portions of the trail have steep drop-offs. Forney Ridge Trail Distance: 1.8 miles one way to Andrews Bald. Forney Ridge Trail continues past Andrews Bald for a total of 5.6 miles down to Springhouse Branch Trail. Terrain: Elevation change of 1,200 feet. Chimney Tops Trail Distance: 4 miles round trip Terrain: Elevation change of 1,400 feet, this is a steep, new- ly-renovated trail with a rocky outcrop at the summit of the mountain. Walker Sisters Home via Little Greenbrier Trail. Distance: 4.9 mile lightly traf- cked out and back trail located near Gatlinburg, Tennessee Terrain: Easy; features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and nature trips and is best used from March until November Spruce Flats Falls Trail Distance: 1.8 mile heavily traf- cked out and back trail located near Townsend, Tennessee that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round.
Appalachian Trail Distance: 4.0 miles one way to Charlies Bunion Terrain: Elevation change of 1,600 feet; this is a rm- packed trail that traverses some exposed cliffs Deep Creek Trail Distance: 1.6 miles round trip to waterfalls Terrain: Easy Kephart Prong Trail Distance: 4 miles round trip Terrai…
Justin
October 9, 2021
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is America’s most visited national park, with more than 11 million visitors a year, roughly triple the number that come to Yellowstone or Yosemite National Parks. These visitors are drawn by the sweeping mountain views, 730 miles of pristine mountain streams, carpets of wildflowers and a lush forest that lead to the Park’s recognition as an “International Biosphere Reserve.” It is home to abundant wildlife including black bears, elk, white-tailed deer and 200 species of birds.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is America’s most visited national park, with more than 11 million visitors a year, roughly triple the number that come to Yellowstone or Yosemite National Parks. These visitors are drawn by the sweeping mountain views, 730 miles of pristine mountain streams,…
Melanie
May 9, 2021
Must see, gorgeous views, hiking, fishing, nature.
Monica
December 11, 2020
Travelers come to the smokey mountains for the gorgeous tree's and views. There are two ways to get into the Smokey Mountains from the cabin. You can drive through Gatlinburg which is another tourist town and it takes you right into the Smokey Mountains. Or you can drive up from Wears Valley Road then turn on Townsend Entrance.
Samantha
December 6, 2020
The most visited National Park! The Greenbrier entrance of the park is close to the resort where you can hike to the tallest waterfall the Ramsey Cascades Advanced hikers can begin their hike directly behind the resort up the mountains to Old Settlers Trail
