Experiences
Hiking & Trails
Find the best hiking & trails across the Southern Appalachians, then grab a stay right nearby.
10 experiences
Max Patch Loop / Appalachian Trail
Max Patch Rd near Hot Springs, NC
Famous grassy bald on the NC/TN line with 360-degree views and Appalachian Trail access.
Mount Mitchell Summit / Deep Gap Area
Burnsville, NC
Trails around the highest peak east of the Mississippi; popular for summit and ridge hikes.
Porters Creek Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
Historic Smokies hike with spring wildflowers, old homesites, and creek scenery.
Little River Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
Easy-to-moderate riverside hike from Elkmont with history and wildflowers.
Schoolhouse Gap Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
Easier Smokies hike near Townsend, good for wildflowers and families.
Twin Arches Loop
Oneida, TN
Big South Fork hike featuring massive natural sandstone arches.
Honey Creek Loop
Big South Fork NRRA, TN
Rugged Big South Fork hike with ladders, boulders, creek crossings, and gorge scenery.
Angel Falls Overlook Trail
Oneida, TN
Big South Fork hike with river gorge views and sandstone scenery.
Buggytop Trail to Lost Cove Cave
Sewanee, TN
Rugged South Cumberland hike to a large cave entrance; cave access may be restricted seasonally.
Old Stone Fort Loop
Manchester, TN
Easy historic and waterfall loop around an ancient Native American ceremonial site.