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Waterfalls Loop via Deep Creek Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

This Waterfalls Loop via the Deep Creek Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers a serene and scenic hiking experience. Along the way, hikers encounter three picturesque waterfalls: Juney Whank Falls, Indian Creek Falls and Tom Branch Falls. Each waterfall has its own charm, with the cascading waters set against lush greenery, offering plenty of opportunities for peaceful stops and photo moments. The trail is moderately easy, weaving through a vibrant landscape filled with rhododendrons, wildflowers, and the calming sounds of rushing water, making it a perfect choice for those seeking a relatively short but rewarding hike. #Hiking #Loop #Waterfall #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 2.4 mi
  • Elevation gain: 617 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 2,267 ft
  • Elevation loss: 607 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 1,841 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 5 m
  • Moving speed: 2.2 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.6 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 11 m
  • Global speed: 2.0 mph

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  • Distance: 2.4 mi
  • Elevation gain: 617 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 2,267 ft
  • Elevation loss: 607 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 1,841 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 5 m
  • Moving speed: 2.2 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.6 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 11 m
  • Global speed: 2.0 mph

About this trail

Name: Waterfalls Loop via Deep Creek Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Juney Whank Falls Trail, Deep Creek, Swain County, North Carolina, United States (35.46454 -83.43419)

End: 2499, West Deep Creek Road, Deep Creek, Swain County, North Carolina, 28713, United States (35.46473 -83.43382)

Coordinates: 35.46454 -83.43578 35.47413 -83.42749

Topography: Swain County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Deep Creek Waterfall Loop in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

United States > North Carolina > Swain County > Deep Creek

The Deep Creek Waterfall Loop in Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers hikers a serene journey through lush forests, accompanied by the soothing sounds of flowing water. Along the trail, visitors can observe notable waterfalls, including Juney Whank Falls, Indian Creek Falls, and Tom Branch Falls, each…

Distance: 2.4 mi • Elevation gain: 620 ft • Maximum elevation: 2,267 ft

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United States > North Carolina > Clay County

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

Gear up for your next adventure:

🥘Titanium Cookware - Durable, featherlight pots and pans for backpacking
🪶Compact Camp Shovel - Folding shovel for campsite tasks
🔭Compact Binoculars - HD vision for scouting terrain and identifying distant landmarks
🔦Compact Flashlight - Reliable flashlight for emergencies
🩳Quick‑Dry Hiking Shorts - Comfortable and quick‑dry shorts for summer hiking

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