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Best trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Looking for a great trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee? AllTrails has 321 great hiking trails, trail running trails, forest trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. Ready for some activity? There are 137 moderate trails in Great Smoky Mountains National Park ranging from 0.8 to 32.7 miles and from 1,105 to 6,646 feet above sea level. Start checking them out and you'll be out on the trail in no time!
Description
The Great Smoky Mountains is in the Appalachian Mountains and is America's most visited National Park. In large part due to the highly varied elevations in the park, there is a wide range of plant and animal species. There are over 800 miles of trails, and a large section of the Appalachian Trail in the park as well as 80 historic structures. There is no fee to enter the park, but camping is $14-23 per night. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. However some secondary roads, campgrounds, and other visitor facilities close in winter. For seasonal info see: https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/hours.htm
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Top trails (321)
Alum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte
#1 - Alum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkhard
(3049)
(3049)Length: 10.5 mi • Est. 5 h 13 m
This trail begins with a mild incline along Alum Cave Creek and the Styx Branch. At 1.3 miles you will get to Arch Rock, one of the trail's prominent landmarks. The arch's interesting geological featuShow more
Chimney Tops Trail
#2 - Chimney Tops Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkhard
(1918)
(1918)Length: 4.5 mi • Est. 1 h 37 m
Note: Users have reported that the last portion of the trail is closed due to fire damage. For more information, please see https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/operating-dates.htm
Due to the spectShow more
Rainbow Falls Trail
#3 - Rainbow Falls Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkhard(1735)
(1735)Length: 5.5 mi • Est. 3 h 20 m
This trail is quite a bit more difficult that it appears. It's easy to follow, but nearly constant incline with pretty rugged terrain. Lots of wildlife. Parking lot gets full early. The trail continueShow more
Laurel Falls Trail
#4 - Laurel Falls Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkeasy(2225)
(2225)Length: 2.4 mi • Est. 1 h 14 m
Dogs and pets are not permitted in Great Smokey Mountains National Park.
Laurel Falls is one of the most popular destinations in the park and parking at the trailhead is limited. The area is especialShow more
Grotto Falls Trail
#5 - Grotto Falls Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkmoderate(1618)
(1618)Length: 2.6 mi • Est. 1 h 24 m
The Trillium Gap trail is closed until November 12, 2020 Monday through Thursday for rehab, but the closure is past the waterfall and does not impact the out & back route of this trail.
An easy to moShow more
Clingmans Dome Observation Tower Trail
#6 - Clingmans Dome Observation Tower Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkmoderate(1462)
(1462)Length: 1.2 mi • Est. 42 m
At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is the highest point in Tennessee, and the third highest mountain east of the Mississippi. Only Mt. MiShow more
Peregrine Peak via Alum Cave Bluffs Trail
#7 - Peregrine Peak via Alum Cave Bluffs Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkmoderate(1002)
(1002)Length: 4.2 mi • Est. 2 h 24 m
Peregrine Peak via Alum Cave Bluffs Trail is a 4.2 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Gatlinburg, Tennessee that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The traiShow more
Charlies Bunion via Appalachian Trail
#8 - Charlies Bunion via Appalachian Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkmoderate(896)
(896)Length: 8.6 mi • Est. 4 h 48 m
Nice hike along the summit of the Smokies, with views of Charles Bunion.
Drive to and park at Newfound Gap. The trail to Charlie's Bunion isn't marked, so follow signs for the Applachian Trail and IcShow more
Abrams Falls Trail
#9 - Abrams Falls Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkmoderate(1404)
(1404)Length: 4.9 mi • Est. 2 h 24 m
Abrams Fall is a popular waterfall with a 25 foot drop over a rocky cliff beside it. The trail is well maintained. It does have a few spots with roots and rocks. The trail gets a lot of use. Expect otShow more
Ramsey Cascades Trail
#10 - Ramsey Cascades Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Parkhard(888)
(888)Length: 8.1 mi • Est. 4 h 46 m
This is a great hike with lots of good scenery. The trail is an out-and-back type trail with the route to Ramsey Cascades all up hill. It's a gradual climb that only gets remotely steep the last mileShow more
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