Hikes

Looking for a trail that’s not too difficult but still gives you beautiful features of the Great Smoky Mountains? You should hike the Spruce Flats Falls Trail! You’ll get to see a beautiful waterfall and maybe even spot some wildlife along the way. Find out more about hiking the Spruce Flats Falls Trail here:

When you think of wildflowers, you probably think of spring. In the Great Smoky Mountains, we have wildflowers in the spring and summer! There’s a ton of hikes in the Smoky Mountains you can take to find these summer wildflowers, and we want to share them with you! Find out more about 5 of the best summer wildflower hikes in the Smoky Mountains:

A day spent with your family in the Great Smoky Mountains is sure to be a day you remember! From scenic drives, mountain views, and fun hiking trails there’s a lot to see and do! We want to help you plan for you trip, so we are sharing 5 of the best family hikes in the Smoky Mountains that are great for everyone!

If you are making plans to visit the Great Smoky Mountains, you’ve probably wondered what the most popular trails are, right? Well, we are sharing the 5 most popular hiking trails in the Smoky Mountains below! After learning about each one, we know you will be ready to venture up one of these beautiful trails too!

The Clingmans Dome observation tower is one of the most iconic places to visit in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. People love to visit any time of the day, but sunrises and sunsets are pretty popular here. At 6,643 feet it is the highest point in the Smokies! What makes this such a wonderful place is that it’s easily accessible to all! Plus, it has amazing views to see without the strenuous hike! Read on to learn more about the climb to the tower!

If you haven’t been to the Cherokee side of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park you’ll find more there than elk! Drive over for a visit, and hit the trails to find some gorgeous waterfalls in the area! A favorite trail in the area is Indian Creek Falls Trail. This is a short trail, with a lot to see!

Cades Cove is the most popular destination in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! Many visitors come to see the historic buildings and wildlife here. However, many aren’t aware of the hiking trails in Cades Cove! Hiking in the Smoky Mountains is sharing details about several trails that are just waiting for you to explore in the area!

Make the climb to Charlies Bunion in the Smoky Mountains, and you will find the effort it took to make it there was well worth it! Hikers will travel along the famous Appalachian Trail while taking this hike. Not only that, but you will be rewarded some of the best views you can find in the Great Smoky Mountains! Keep reading below to find details about this trail:

Hiking in the Smoky Mountains can vary from being difficult to fairly easy to navigate. However, there’s a trail out there for every level of hiker! We’ve put together the 10 top Smoky Mountain trails by difficulty so you can hit the trails you are excited to see!

From snow-covered mountain tops to frozen waterfalls and icicles, winter can be a magical time in the Smokies! We are sharing several hiking trails in the Smoky Mountains that will make you feel like you are walking in a winter wonderland! Make sure to dress warm, and keep reading to learn about several great winter trails to take!

Take a hike into the Smoky Mountains and you are sure to find some beautiful views and some interesting Appalachian history. From cascading waterfalls to historic churches and cabins there’s a lot to see, but what if you could see history from the railroad that was once inside the national park? You can if you take a hike down the Grapeyard Ridge Trail in the Smoky Mountains! Keep reading to learn about what to expect along this trail.

The Little Brier Gap Trail is also known as the Walker Sisters Place. This easy trail will lead hikers down a trail that takes them back to a different way of life. The Walker Sisters were self-reliant and independent and some would say, stubborn. Learn all about the trail to this historic place below: 

The hike up the Grotto Falls Trail is rated fairly easy in difficulty. So whether you are a novice or experienced hiker Grotto Falls is one of the most unique waterfalls in the national park that you have to see! You may see some beautiful flowers along this trail and even some exciting animals as well! Keep reading to discover what you can expect along the way!

Say you’ve come to Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge on vacation and want to explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. You may have plans that evening for dinner or a show or maybe even to drive on to somewhere else. However, if you are going to be such a short drive from the national park you might as well explore it! We’ve put together a list of short hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains that are great for spending a little time in nature and not getting too tired.

The Porters Creek Trail in the Smokies is a trail that’s great for all hikers of any age and ability! The trail is located in the Greenbrier portion of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This beautiful area is like a hidden gem in the national park. In this area and on the trail you’ll find gorgeous scenery, old growth forest, wildlife, and come across sections of Appalachian history.