Abrams Falls Trail in Great Smoky National Park

Abrams Falls Trail

Named for a local Cherokee chief.

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Abrams Falls Trail Details

At the 4.9-mile mark of the Cades Cove Loop Road lies the trailhead for the Abrams Falls trail. The 5-mile trail begins at the wooden bridge at the end of the parking lot. You'll pass the historic Elijah Oliver Place and then follow Abrams Creek to the waterfall, which was named for a local Cherokee chief. The 20-feet falls have created a pleasant pool where you can swim, or just cool off in the mist coming off the plunging waters. Most people turn for home once they reach the falls, but the trail does continue and connects to the Hannah Mountain Trail and the Hatcher Mountain Trail.

Difficulty

Low

Distance

N/A

Estimated time

Region

Cades Cove

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Abrams Falls Trail

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0.0 mi away

Abrams Falls Trail

The moderate trail to the falls follows Abrams Creek.

0.6 mi away

Elijah Oliver Place

Built by the son of the original settlers of Cades Cove in 1866.

0.6 mi away

Elijah Oliver Place

Built by the son of the original settlers of Cades Cove in 1866.

0.6 mi away

Cable Mill Historic Area

The most popular but ironically one of the least authentic.

0.6 mi away

Cable Mill Historic Area

The most popular but ironically one of the least authentic park sites.

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