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Hiking, Great Smoky National Park
Explore Hiking in Great Smoky National Park with grouped stops, trails, and related park places collected under the same planning theme.
Hiking Stops and Trip Ideas
Use this Hiking guide to compare the stops that belong together in Great Smoky National Park, then decide which ones deserve map time or a saved trip stop.
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Boogerman LoopThis popular trail follows a picturesque creek through iconic Appalachian forests.
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Rich Mountain Loop TrailFamous for it's beautiful meadows packed with wildflowers and small animals.
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Chimney Tops TrailOne of the most beautiful, and also challenging trails in the Sugarland area.
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Gregory Ridge TrailA popular day hike, the bald is known for it's beautiful azaleas.
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Look Rock TowerLocated on a natural observation ledge near the summit of Chilhowee Mountain.
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Shuckstack Tower TrailLeads to one of the last remaining fire-lookout towers in the Smokies.
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Grotto FallsNamed for the pretty white and tricolor flowers that are found in abundance.
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Hen Wallow Falls TrailLeads to one of the most spectacular and unusual falls in the park.
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Ramsey Cascades TrailThis 100-foot spillway claims the title of highest waterfalls in the Smokies.
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Albright GroveNamed for one of Rockefeller's advisors and a passionate conservationist.
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Porters Creek TrailA seldom-traveled trail which travels through lush, shady forests.
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Gatlinburg TrailAn incredibly easy and accessible way of walking from the city of Gatlinburg.
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Oconaluftee River TrailThis short trail is an excellent way to access the Oconaluftee area of the park.
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Charlie's BunionDifficult ascents, sheer cliffs, and beautiful views of The Sawteeth.
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Cosby Nature TrailThis easy, level trail forms a short loop though a particularly lush forest.
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Cove Hardwoods Nature TrailA great introduction to the flora and fauna of the park.
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Mingo FallsThe access trail is steep, consisting of 161 stone steps that lead to a wooden bridge.
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Fighting Creek Nature TrailA fantastic way of sampling the old woodlands and remnants of the area's historic past.
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Sugarlands Valley Nature TrailA great way to ease into the beauty of the Sugarlands.
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Balsam Mountain TrailThis well-graded path is accompanied by great views of some of the seldom-seen park landmarks.
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Deep Creek LoopAn easily accessible trail visits both Toms Branch Falls and Indian Creek Falls.
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Indian Creek TrailThis trail follows Indian Creek until its convergence with Queen Branch.