Tennessee trails

River to Clouds Route

Distance: 34.4 mi • Elevation gain: 3,635 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,057 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park #Hike #Mountain #Forest #Overlook

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,483 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,708 ft

The Chimney Tops Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers a thrilling and challenging hike with some of the most breathtaking panoramic views in the region. As you ascend, you'll pass through dense forests of towering trees and cross streams over rustic bridges, eventually reaching a dramatic rocky…

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,568 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,708 ft

Distance: 13.3 mi • Elevation gain: 1,001 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,644 ft

Via Alum Cave Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park #Hike #Mountain #Cliff #Overlook #Forest

Distance: 12.2 mi • Elevation gain: 4,032 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

Hiking the Trillium Gap Trail to Grotto Falls offers an immersive journey through old-growth hemlock forests, where vibrant wildflowers adorn the path. The trail's highlight is Grotto Falls, a 25-foot waterfall behind which hikers can walk, providing a unique perspective of the cascading water. #Hike…

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 915 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,816 ft

The Alum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte and Myrtle Point in Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers hikers a journey through diverse natural landmarks, including Arch Rock and Alum Cave Bluff. As the trail ascends, it provides expansive vistas of the Great Smoky Mountains, leading to the LeConte Lodge near the…

Distance: 11.9 mi • Elevation gain: 3,960 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

Via Trillium Gap Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park #Hike #Waterfall #Forest

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 938 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,816 ft

Abrams Falls Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers hikers a journey through lush forests alongside the Abrams Creek. The trail features diverse terrain, including creek crossings on wooden bridges, leading to the impressive Abrams Falls, known for its powerful flow into a spacious natural pool.…

Distance: 5.1 mi • Elevation gain: 764 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,798 ft

The Alum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte offers a stunning and challenging hike through the Great Smoky Mountains. Starting with gentle inclines through lush forest, highlights include crossing Alum Cave Creek, the natural arch of Arch Rock, and panoramic views from Inspiration Point. Beyond the iconic Alum Cave…

Distance: 12.0 mi • Elevation gain: 3,957 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 157 ft • Maximum elevation: 741 ft

The Grassy Ridge Bald hike via the Appalachian Trail in the Roan Highlands is a standout experience for nature lovers. This trek features a progression through three scenic balds—Round Bald, Jane Bald, and Grassy Ridge Bald—each offering increasingly expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and beyond.…

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,148 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,181 ft

The Ramsey Cascades Trail offers a picturesque yet demanding hike through lush old-growth forests. Along the way, hikers are treated to sights of towering trees, such as tulip poplars and yellow birches, alongside babbling creeks and moss-covered boulders. The journey culminates at the park's tallest…

Distance: 7.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,260 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,337 ft

Distance: 8.9 mi • Elevation gain: 699 ft • Maximum elevation: 948 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Cave #Forest #River #Nature

Distance: 10.8 mi • Elevation gain: 3,848 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

The Laurel Falls Trail offers a delightful experience as it leads hikers through a picturesque landscape filled with vibrant mountain laurel blooms in spring. The trail, while moderately challenging with some steep sections, is mostly paved, making it accessible for a wide range of visitors. Upon reaching the…

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 682 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,697 ft

The Abrams Falls Trail is a moderate round-trip hike that begins near the Cades Cove Loop. The trail winds through pine-oak forests and alongside Abrams Creek, offering scenic views of hemlock trees and rhododendrons. Hikers will encounter rocky terrain and several footbridges, with the final reward being…

Distance: 5.3 mi • Elevation gain: 748 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,808 ft

The Rainbow Falls Trail offers a breathtaking experience with its lush, forested pathways leading to the stunning Rainbow Falls, known for its impressive 80-foot drop. Along the hike, visitors can enjoy views of LeConte Creek, several picturesque footbridges, and vibrant wildflowers in spring. This moderately…

Distance: 5.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,916 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,314 ft

The hike from Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald via the Appalachian Trail offers expansive views of the Roan Highlands, considered by many to be among the most scenic sections of the Appalachian Trail. As you traverse open grassy balds like Round Bald and Jane Bald, you'll be rewarded with panoramic vistas of…

Distance: 5.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,286 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,191 ft

The Chimney Tops Trail is a well-loved hiking route known for its stunning mountain vistas and diverse natural beauty. This trail features a steep ascent, crossing several picturesque streams and providing breathtaking views, particularly of Mount LeConte and Sugarland Mountain, along its path. This trail is a…

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 1,581 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,708 ft

The hike to Charlies Bunion is a rewarding experience characterized by stunning panoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains. As you traverse the Appalachian Trail, you'll encounter diverse landscapes, including dense forests of Fraser fir and red spruce, as well as several scenic overlooks that reveal…

Distance: 8.2 mi • Elevation gain: 2,224 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,073 ft

Hiking the Alum Cave Trail to Peregrine Peak offers an immersive experience through a stunning old-growth forest, with highlights including the dramatic Arch Rock and the expansive views from Inspiration Point. The trail features a mix of steep ascents and unique geological formations, making it both…

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,591 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,115 ft

The hike to Mount LeConte and Cliff Top via Alum Cave Trail is a challenging yet rewarding journey through some of the most iconic landscapes in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The trail passes notable landmarks like Arch Rock and Alum Cave Bluff, with expansive mountain views from Inspiration Point.…

Distance: 11.6 mi • Elevation gain: 3,871 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

The hike to Grotto Falls offers a refreshing woodland experience within Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The trail takes you through a lush forest, featuring streams and wildflowers, leading to the 25-foot high Grotto Falls, where you can walk behind the waterfall—a rare and exciting feature of the hike.…

Distance: 2.7 mi • Elevation gain: 925 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,819 ft

Loop hike from Grant Grove Village to Sequoia Lake via Sunset Trail, Ella Falls, Dead Giant Loop Trail, Sequoia Lake Overlook, North Grove Trail, Centennial Stump, General Grant Tree, Tennessee Tree, Michigan Tree and South Boundary Trail in the Kings Canyon National Park and the Giant Sequoia National Forest.…

Distance: 10.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,110 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,637 ft

146 mi, 2:28

Distance: 146.3 mi • Elevation gain: 10,801 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,428 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Moutain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 8.0 mi • Elevation gain: 2,234 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,073 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Le Conte Creek. #Hiking #Waterfall #River #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 5.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,932 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,347 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #River #Nature

Distance: 11.6 mi • Elevation gain: 3,911 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

Hike to Mount LeConte, Cliff Top and Myrtle Point via Alum Cave Trail, Cliff Top Trail and Boulevard Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Park

Distance: 6.1 mi • Elevation gain: 3,346 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Waterfall #River #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 5.0 mi • Elevation gain: 722 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,804 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Alum Cave Creek. Styx Branch. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #River #Nature

Distance: 4.6 mi • Elevation gain: 1,598 ft • Maximum elevation: 5,102 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. West Prong Little Pigeon River. Road Prong. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #River #Nature

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,519 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,708 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Waterfall #River #Mountain #Forest #Nature

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 699 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,690 ft

Hike from Alum Cave Bluffs Trailhead to Mount Le Conte via Walker Camp Prong, Alum Cave Trail, Peregrine Peak, Cliff Top, Bull Head Trail and Boulevard Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest

Distance: 11.2 mi • Elevation gain: 4,613 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,542 ft

Mountain Bike loop in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Cumberland River South Fork. Scott State Forest. #MTB #Loop #River #Forest #Nature

Distance: 32.4 mi • Elevation gain: 4,022 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,614 ft

Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Waterfall #River #Forest #Mountain #Nature

Distance: 2.6 mi • Elevation gain: 886 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,819 ft

Hike from Greenbrier Road to Cherokee Orchard Road via Grapeyard Ridge Trail, Baskins Creek Trail and Baskins Creek Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. #Hiking #Nature #Mountain #Forest #Park #Falls #River

Distance: 10.9 mi • Elevation gain: 3,333 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,022 ft

Hike through Great Smoky Mountains along Appalachian Trail via Standing Indian, Ridgepole Mountain, Yellow Bald, Wine Spring Bald, Copper Ridge Bald, Cheoah Bald, Wauchecha Bald, Fontana Dam, Thunderhead Mountain, Clingmans Dome, Mount Kephart and Mount Guyot. #Hiking #Mountain #Nature #Forest #Lake…

Distance: 144.0 mi • Elevation gain: 29,111 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,604 ft

Distance: 8.8 mi • Elevation gain: 2,451 ft • Maximum elevation: 6,152 ft

Scott State Forest, Fall Branch, Scott County Trail Running

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 522 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,578 ft

Fentress County Dia

Distance: 18.2 mi • Elevation gain: 1,683 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,591 ft

Scott County Dia

Distance: 11.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,322 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,483 ft

Scott County

Distance: 17.4 mi • Elevation gain: 1,273 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,591 ft

Lunch Run

Distance: 3.7 mi • Elevation gain: 157 ft • Maximum elevation: 636 ft

Scott County Hiking

Distance: 4.0 mi • Elevation gain: 755 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,467 ft

Hike

Distance: 7.5 mi • Elevation gain: 1,453 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,158 ft

Stretching Required

Distance: 5.2 mi • Elevation gain: 568 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,132 ft

Distance: 1.5 mi • Elevation gain: 56 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,302 ft

Apple Brandy Trail

Distance: 2.5 mi • Elevation gain: 374 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,339 ft

Scott County Dia

Distance: 18.1 mi • Elevation gain: 2,192 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,598 ft

East Fork

Distance: 15.7 mi • Elevation gain: 1,749 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,729 ft

Van Buren County Hiking

Distance: 5.2 mi • Elevation gain: 417 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,778 ft

Distance: 9.3 mi • Elevation gain: 528 ft • Maximum elevation: 833 ft

Distance: 4.5 mi • Elevation gain: 289 ft • Maximum elevation: 768 ft