Smoky Mountain Hikes | Pigeon Forge Vacation Rentals https://pigeonforgevacationrentals.com Affordable Luxury Vacation Rentals in Pigeon Forge and Surrounding Areas Wed, 05 Aug 2020 10:59:22 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://pigeonforgevacationrentals.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/cropped-Slide-4-32x32.jpg Smoky Mountain Hikes | Pigeon Forge Vacation Rentals https://pigeonforgevacationrentals.com 32 32 Easy and Moderate Hikes in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park https://pigeonforgevacationrentals.com/2020/08/05/easy-and-moderate-hikes-in-the-great-smoky-mountain-national-park/ Wed, 05 Aug 2020 10:57:29 +0000 https://pigeonforgevacationrentals.com/?p=404 70 miles of the trail pass through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Within the Park’s borders, the trail crosses from Davenport Gap near Big Creek […]

The post Easy and Moderate Hikes in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park first appeared on Pigeon Forge Vacation Rentals.]]> 70 miles of the trail pass through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Within the Park’s borders, the trail crosses from Davenport Gap near Big Creek on the east to Fontana Dam, N.C. on the southwest, reaching a halfway point at Newfound Gap. It passes near or over several of the highest peaks in the eastern United States. The “AT” winds up over the highlands through grassy balds and descends into the valleys to briefly join other trails.

A good place to start your journey is the Sugarlands Visitors Center on Route 441 at the Gatlinburg entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. There are nature exhibits, a short film, guidebooks, maps, and park rangers who give lectures guided strolls, and answer questions. 

Please be take care when setting out into our National Park for a hike.  Here are a few things you will need to know before you go!

  • Always hike with another person.
  • Always bring a small flashlight.
  • Always bring water.
  • All water taken from the backcountry should be treated.
  • Let someone know your route and return time.
  • Wear appropriate shoes

Whether you are an avid hiker or a beginner the Smokies offer trails for you.  Use this guide for quick reference.

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