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 * We provide driving directions, photos, difficulty ratings and maps for the
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WELCOME TO THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE SMOKY MOUNTAINS HIKING WEBSITE!


HikingintheSmokys.com is the most comprehensive site on the internet for hiking
trail information in the Great Smoky Mountains. 


We provide detailed information on more than 80 hikes in Great Smoky Mountains
National Park, including trail descriptions, photographs, key features,
difficulty ratings, maps and elevation profiles. Unlike the national trail
websites, we've personally hiked every trail covered on this website to give you
a consistent overview of each hike. Whether you're looking for an easy stroll
near Gatlinburg, or an epic hike deep into the Smokies backcountry, we provide
all the tools you'll need to make your hiking trip as enjoyable as possible.







ABOUT GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK


Straddling along the rugged border of Tennessee and North Carolina are the Great
Smoky Mountains, one of the oldest mountain ranges in the hiking trail in the
Great Smoky Mountains. As a result of its exceptional natural beauty, old-growth
forests, diversity of wildlife and plant life, including more than 1500 species
of flowering plants, the Smokies were designated as one of the first UNESCO
World Heritage Sites in 1983. 


With more than 800 miles of trails meandering throughout the park, including 71
miles of the Appalachian Trail, the Smokies are also widely recognized as one of
the top hiking destinations in the east. To learn more about hiking in the
Smokies and what the park has to offer, including our list of the top 10 hikes
in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, as well as many other hiking and travel
related articles, tips and recommendations, please visit our About GSMNP page.


If planning an overnight stay, be sure to visit our Accommodations page to find
a wide variety of lodging options in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Townsend and the
North Carolina side of the Smokies.











 * From $65
   
   
   APPALACHIAN WATERFALLS
   
   Hours4
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyEasy
   
   This is a great trip for those who are looking for an introduction into what
   the Great Smoky Mountains has to offer, as this hike is designed to focus on
   some of the local history as we take a leisurely stroll to quiter waterfalls.

 * From $70
   
   
   CHARLIES BUNION + APPALACHIAN TRAIL EXPERIENCE
   
   Hours6
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyModerate
   
   Located on a popular section of the Appalachian Trail, this spot is home to
   some of the most rugged cliffs and ravines in the park. Often trampled by day
   hikers, Smoky Mountain Guides allow participants to escape to areas where the
   path is less traveled.

 * From $45
   
   
   THE MOUNTAINEERS WAY
   
   Hours3
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyEasy
   
   Hear the stories of how the first settlers entered this area when the Native
   Indians were still using the land. This area was a large mountain community.
   We will have the opportunity to see physical structures used for farming,
   cemeteries, and beautiful streams along the way.

 * From $75
   
   
   REMOTE WATERFALLS HIKE
   
   Hours6
   Group size1-10
   DifficultyModerate
   
   Ride a one-way shuttle to an elevation of over 6,000' where you will escape
   the crowds of Gatlinburg. You will experience stunning views, creeks,
   waterfalls, high elevation fauna & flora, on this on-way, mostly downhill
   stroll.

 * From $65
   
   
   APPALACHIAN WATERFALLS
   
   Hours4
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyEasy
   
   This is a great trip for those who are looking for an introduction into what
   the Great Smoky Mountains has to offer, as this hike is designed to focus on
   some of the local history as we take a leisurely stroll to quiter waterfalls.

 * From $70
   
   
   CHARLIES BUNION + APPALACHIAN TRAIL EXPERIENCE
   
   Hours6
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyModerate
   
   Located on a popular section of the Appalachian Trail, this spot is home to
   some of the most rugged cliffs and ravines in the park. Often trampled by day
   hikers, Smoky Mountain Guides allow participants to escape to areas where the
   path is less traveled.

 * From $45
   
   
   THE MOUNTAINEERS WAY
   
   Hours3
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyEasy
   
   Hear the stories of how the first settlers entered this area when the Native
   Indians were still using the land. This area was a large mountain community.
   We will have the opportunity to see physical structures used for farming,
   cemeteries, and beautiful streams along the way.

 * From $75
   
   
   REMOTE WATERFALLS HIKE
   
   Hours6
   Group size1-10
   DifficultyModerate
   
   Ride a one-way shuttle to an elevation of over 6,000' where you will escape
   the crowds of Gatlinburg. You will experience stunning views, creeks,
   waterfalls, high elevation fauna & flora, on this on-way, mostly downhill
   stroll.

 * From $65
   
   
   APPALACHIAN WATERFALLS
   
   Hours4
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyEasy
   
   This is a great trip for those who are looking for an introduction into what
   the Great Smoky Mountains has to offer, as this hike is designed to focus on
   some of the local history as we take a leisurely stroll to quiter waterfalls.

 * From $70
   
   
   CHARLIES BUNION + APPALACHIAN TRAIL EXPERIENCE
   
   Hours6
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyModerate
   
   Located on a popular section of the Appalachian Trail, this spot is home to
   some of the most rugged cliffs and ravines in the park. Often trampled by day
   hikers, Smoky Mountain Guides allow participants to escape to areas where the
   path is less traveled.

 * From $45
   
   
   THE MOUNTAINEERS WAY
   
   Hours3
   Group size1-14
   DifficultyEasy
   
   Hear the stories of how the first settlers entered this area when the Native
   Indians were still using the land. This area was a large mountain community.
   We will have the opportunity to see physical structures used for farming,
   cemeteries, and beautiful streams along the way.

 * From $75
   
   
   REMOTE WATERFALLS HIKE
   
   Hours6
   Group size1-10
   DifficultyModerate
   
   Ride a one-way shuttle to an elevation of over 6,000' where you will escape
   the crowds of Gatlinburg. You will experience stunning views, creeks,
   waterfalls, high elevation fauna & flora, on this on-way, mostly downhill
   stroll.




GUIDED HIKES

Discover Your Adventure!

Smoky Mountain Guides provides high quality, guided adventures as well as
interpretive tours of the Smoky Mountain region and beyond. They are the
official partner of HikingInTheSmokys.com and their staff will help as you hand
pick the small group tour that will transform your next visit to the Smokies.

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TOP TEN HIKES IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS

The very best day hikes in order to maximize your time in the Smoky Mountains


 * #4 MOUNT LECONTE (VIA ALUM CAVE)
   
   
   11.0 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 11.0 miles roundtrip and includes 2763 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views.


 * #5 ANDREWS BALD
   
   
   3.5 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 3.5 miles roundtrip and includes 899 feet of elevation
   gain and features outstanding views.


 * #6 ABRAMS FALLS
   
   
   5.2 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 5.2 miles roundtrip and includes 675 feet of elevation
   gain and features a beautiful waterfall and streams.


 * #7 THE JUMP-OFF
   
   
   6.5 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 6.5 miles roundtrip and includes 1275 feet of elevation
   gain and features panoramic views.


 * #8 CHARLIES BUNION
   
   
   8.1 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 8.1 miles roundtrip and includes 1640 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views.


 * #9 PORTERS CREEK
   
   
   4.0 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 4.0 miles roundtrip and includes 699 feet of elevation
   gain and features waterfalls, wildflowers, streams, and historical
   structures.


 * #10 ALUM CAVE
   
   
   4.4 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 4.4 miles roundtrip and includes 1125 feet of elevation
   gain and features panoramic views.


 * HONORABLE MENTION: BRUSHY MOUNTAIN (VIA TRILLIUM GAP TRAIL)
   
   
   6.8 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 6.8 miles roundtrip and includes 1745 feet of
   elevation gain and features mountain views, waterfalls, and wildflowers.


 * HONORABLE MENTION: CHIMNEY TOPS
   
   
   3.3 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 3.3 miles roundtrip and includes 1487 feet of elevation
   gain and features panoramic views and a cascading stream.


 * HONORABLE MENTION: MIDDLE PRONG
   
   
   8.3 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 8.3 miles roundtrip and includes 1140 feet of
   elevation gain and features waterfalls and historical structures.


 * #1 GREGORY BALD
   
   
   11.3 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 8.8 miles roundtrip and includes 2300 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views.


 * #2 MT. CAMMERER
   
   
   11.1 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 11.1 miles roundtrip and includes 3045 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views and a historical structure.


 * #3 ROCKY TOP
   
   
   13.9 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 13.9 miles roundtrip and includes 3655 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views and Mountain Laurel.


 * #4 MOUNT LECONTE (VIA ALUM CAVE)
   
   
   11.0 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 11.0 miles roundtrip and includes 2763 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views.


 * #5 ANDREWS BALD
   
   
   3.5 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 3.5 miles roundtrip and includes 899 feet of elevation
   gain and features outstanding views.


 * #6 ABRAMS FALLS
   
   
   5.2 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 5.2 miles roundtrip and includes 675 feet of elevation
   gain and features a beautiful waterfall and streams.


 * #7 THE JUMP-OFF
   
   
   6.5 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 6.5 miles roundtrip and includes 1275 feet of elevation
   gain and features panoramic views.


 * #8 CHARLIES BUNION
   
   
   8.1 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 8.1 miles roundtrip and includes 1640 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views.


 * #9 PORTERS CREEK
   
   
   4.0 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 4.0 miles roundtrip and includes 699 feet of elevation
   gain and features waterfalls, wildflowers, streams, and historical
   structures.


 * #10 ALUM CAVE
   
   
   4.4 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 4.4 miles roundtrip and includes 1125 feet of elevation
   gain and features panoramic views.


 * HONORABLE MENTION: BRUSHY MOUNTAIN (VIA TRILLIUM GAP TRAIL)
   
   
   6.8 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 6.8 miles roundtrip and includes 1745 feet of
   elevation gain and features mountain views, waterfalls, and wildflowers.


 * HONORABLE MENTION: CHIMNEY TOPS
   
   
   3.3 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 3.3 miles roundtrip and includes 1487 feet of elevation
   gain and features panoramic views and a cascading stream.


 * HONORABLE MENTION: MIDDLE PRONG
   
   
   8.3 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 8.3 miles roundtrip and includes 1140 feet of
   elevation gain and features waterfalls and historical structures.


 * #1 GREGORY BALD
   
   
   11.3 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 8.8 miles roundtrip and includes 2300 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views.


 * #2 MT. CAMMERER
   
   
   11.1 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 11.1 miles roundtrip and includes 3045 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views and a historical structure.


 * #3 ROCKY TOP
   
   
   13.9 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 13.9 miles roundtrip and includes 3655 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views and Mountain Laurel.


 * #4 MOUNT LECONTE (VIA ALUM CAVE)
   
   
   11.0 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 11.0 miles roundtrip and includes 2763 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views.


 * #5 ANDREWS BALD
   
   
   3.5 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 3.5 miles roundtrip and includes 899 feet of elevation
   gain and features outstanding views.


 * #6 ABRAMS FALLS
   
   
   5.2 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 5.2 miles roundtrip and includes 675 feet of elevation
   gain and features a beautiful waterfall and streams.


 * #7 THE JUMP-OFF
   
   
   6.5 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 6.5 miles roundtrip and includes 1275 feet of elevation
   gain and features panoramic views.


 * #8 CHARLIES BUNION
   
   
   8.1 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This strenuous hike is 8.1 miles roundtrip and includes 1640 feet of
   elevation gain and features panoramic views.


 * #9 PORTERS CREEK
   
   
   4.0 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 4.0 miles roundtrip and includes 699 feet of elevation
   gain and features waterfalls, wildflowers, streams, and historical
   structures.


 * #10 ALUM CAVE
   
   
   4.4 MILES ROUNDTRIP
   
   This moderate hike is 4.4 miles roundtrip and includes 1125 feet of elevation
   gain and features panoramic views.




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