Hikes

If you’re looking to spend more time on the North Carolina side of the mountains, consider hiking Big Creek Trail in the Smoky Mountains! This is the perfect hike for the spring or summer months because it’s in a heavily wooded area, meaning more shady spots. This hike offers plenty of rewards, too, making it one of our favorites in the North Carolina part of the Smokies.

If you love nature and flowers, you do not want to miss the hike to Gregory Bald. While this is one of the more difficult trails in the Smokies, you will quickly learn why it is also one of the most popular hikes for visitors. The amazing mountain view and scenic highlights make this a trail you need to experience. Here is everything you need to know about hiking to Gregory Bald:

One of the most family friendly hiking trails in the Smoky Mountains is the Kephart Prong Trail, a well-maintained trail that runs for about 2 miles to the Kephart Shelter. The trail crosses over a creek several times via sturdy log bridges and offers several fascinating historic sites along the journey! In addition to the shelter at the trail’s end, you’ll also find the remnants of the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/articles/the-civilian-conservation-corps.htm" target="_blank"> Civilian Conservation Corps </a> camp! Here are the top 4 reasons why families love hiking along the Kephart Prong Trail:

The Sugarlands Visitor Center is the perfect place to start your exploration of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park! You’ll not only find helpful park rangers, a fantastic bookstore and extensive natural history exhibits, but also several trails that depart nearby for your hiking adventures! Here are 4 fun Smoky Mountain hiking trails near the Sugarlands Visitor Center:

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to hundreds of miles of trails, many of which are <a href="/blog/short-hikes-in-the-great-smoky-mountains">shorter hikes</a> or great hikes for beginners. If you are new to hiking, Middle Prong Trail is one you should try. Learn about the hiking Middle Prong Trail in the Smoky Mountains here:

The Smoky Mountains are full of opportunities for outdoor exploration, especially when it comes to hiking. If you’re looking for <a href="/blog/easy-hiking-trails-in-the-smoky-mountains">an easier hike</a> or one that everyone can enjoy, Little River Trail might be the trail for you. Hiking this path comes with a mixture of water features, old structures, scenic views, and access to other trails! Keep reading to learn more about the Little River Trail:

If you love <a href="/blog/best-hiking-trails-in-the-smoky-mountains-national-park-with-waterfalls">hikes with waterfalls</a> or other water features, you’ll have to take some time to explore Meigs Creek Trail, a moderate trail located near Townsend and Gatlinburg TN. Learn more about hiking Meigs Creek Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains.

One of the most popular places in the Smoky Mountains is Cades Cove. Cades Cove is a great place to get beautiful views of the mountains, see historic buildings, and observe wildlife like black bears, salamanders, and wild turkeys. While there are several Cades Cove hikes that are more well known, there are some pretty underrated trails close by that are worth checking out too! Here are 3 Smoky Mountain hiking trails that you may want to explore near Cades Cove:

When you visit Cades Cove, you will be met with an array of historical buildings. If you love history, there are many different structures that you can hike to that tell the story of the Smoky Mountains. One of those places happens to be an old cabin that was once owned by the first permanent European settlers in the area. Here is everything you need to know about hiking to John Oliver Cabin in Cades Cove:

<a href="https://smokymountainnationalpark.com/popular-places-smoky-mountains/" target="_blank"> Gatlinburg Trail </a> is a great hiking trail to explore when you visit the Smokies! Since the trail is considered easy, anyone can enjoy walking through the woods on this path! It’s a great way to get outside on your trip and spend time in the national park. Keep reading to find out more about hiking the Gatlinburg Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains:

When it comes to magnificent pictures, you will not find a better backdrop than the Smoky Mountains. It is the perfect place to take family photos for any occasion. There are also some great family hikes in the area you can take that will give you some even better pictures. Here are 4 of the best hikes in the Smoky Mountains that are perfect for family photos:

Do you love going to museums and memorials to learn about history? Not only is the Smoky Mountains full of fantastic history museums, there are also many different hikes you can take that teach all about the history of the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/grsm/index.htm" target="_blank"> Great Smoky Mountains National Park </a>. Why not mix your love of history and the beauty of the mountains to have an unforgettable adventure? Here are 4 of the best hikes in the Smoky Mountains for history lovers:

There are a ton of great destinations in the Smoky Mountains that you can get to by hiking. One of those must see spots in the Mt. Cammerer fire tower. This hike is 11.2 miles roundtrip if you take the most popular route via Low Gap Trail. While this hike is a little intense, there are few sights that can live up to the views that you will encounter from the fire tower. Here is a little more about the path you will take to the Mt. Cammerer fire tower.

There are a ton of unique spots throughout the Great Smoky Mountains you can get to by hiking. One of the lesser known spots is the fairy house along Twin Creeks Trail. We want to tell you all about this cool little spot and how to get there. Here’s more about hiking to the House of the Fairies in the Great Smoky Mountains:

Baskins Creek Trail is a great hike to go on when you visit the Smokies. It’s considered easy to moderate, and you’ll get to see an amazing waterfall at the end of the hike. Find out more about hiking to Baskins Creek Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains: