WikipediaGreat Smoky Mountains National Park: Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a United States National Park that straddles the ridgeline of the Great Smoky Mountains, part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which are a division of the larger Appalachian Mountain chain. The border between Tennessee and North Carolina runs northeast to southwest through the centerline of the park. It is the most... (see full Great Smoky Mountains National Park Wikipedia article)
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Mountain biking, Road biking, Sightseeing, Hiking, Alpine skiing, Other, Walking, Backpacking, Running, Driving, Motorcycling
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Mountain biking, Road biking, Sightseeing, Hiking, Alpine skiing, Other, Walking, Backpacking, Running, Driving, Motorcycling
Destinations in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Popular Trips in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
An early morning hike to the Chimney Tops in the Smoky Mountains. The early section is very pretty and follows a scenic stream with several creek crossings. Then comes a harsh steep section that probably stops the casual tourist. Things finally level off and lead you to the peak and some wonderful views.We were in a rush to return to our hotel for check-out time so couldn't fully explore the rocky peak. ...
This is a relatively easy hike to two waterfalls just south of the route 276 on the Blue Ridge Parkway.
The trail starts at the parking area and descends rather steeply right from the parking lot. The trail to the lower falls has much more traffic and there are a couple of sets of stairs along the way. From the lower falls, the trail becomes less crowded as you...
Comments on Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Tips
Start early to avoid crowds.
by MarkTurner
in Chimney Tops
on Nov 09, 2008 at 07:55:47 pm
The elevation profile (as recorded by my gps) grossly exaggerates the descent at the beginning. The parking lot is at around 5100 ft. Please see description.
by magellan
in Graveyard Fields waterfall loop
on Apr 25, 2008 at 06:11:28 pm
Pay attention to water, the trail is on a ridge so there is little available. Plan wisely and use sources that are available.
by kurtisk
in Bartram Trail Sections 4 & 5
on Apr 23, 2009 at 02:02:22 am
