Experiences
Hiking & Trails
Find the best hiking & trails across the Southern Appalachians, then grab a stay right nearby.
11 experiences
Rainbow Falls Trail, Gorges State Park
Sapphire, NC
Popular waterfall hike to Rainbow Falls and Turtleback Falls near Lake Toxaway.
AnchorAlum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
One of the most famous Smokies hikes, passing Arch Rock and Alum Cave Bluffs toward Mount LeConte.
Rainbow Falls Trail
Gatlinburg, TN
Classic Smokies waterfall hike leading toward Rainbow Falls and Mount LeConte routes.
Chimney Tops Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
Steep, classic Smokies hike with a dramatic ridgeline destination; check current access before promoting.
AnchorLaurel Falls Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
One of the most visited Smokies waterfall hikes; paved but often crowded.
Oconaluftee River Trail
Cherokee, NC
Easy riverside Smokies trail near Cherokee and the Oconaluftee Visitor Center.
Charlie's Bunion via Appalachian Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
Classic Smokies ridge hike from Newfound Gap to a rocky overlook.
The Jump Off
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
Popular side hike near Charlie’s Bunion with dramatic views into the Smokies.
Grotto Falls via Trillium Gap Trail
Gatlinburg, TN
Popular waterfall hike where the trail passes behind the falls.
Hen Wallow Falls Trail
Cosby, TN
Smokies waterfall hike from the Cosby Campground area.
AnchorStone Door to Laurel Falls Loop
Beersheba Springs, TN
Savage Gulf hike with overlooks, rock passage, and waterfall access.