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Top trails in Tennessee (5)

Great Smoky Mtns NP
Moderate
Alum Cave Bluffs

Smokies highlight reel in under five miles. 4 mi with about 1,100 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
4.4 mi
Gain:
1,100 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Great Smoky Mtns NP
Hard
Rainbow Falls Trail

80-foot waterfall on Mt. LeConte's flank. 4 mi with about 1,500 ft of elevation gain.

Distance:
5.4 mi
Gain:
1,500 ft
Type:
Out & Back
Great Smoky Mtns NP
Hard
Charlies Bunion

Cliff outcrop on the AT with state-line views. 1 mi with about 1,650 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
8.1 mi
Gain:
1,650 ft
Type:
Out & Back
South Cumberland SP
Hard
Fiery Gizzard Trail

Tennessee's premier point-to-point hike. 5 mi with about 1,500 ft of elevation gain. This is a challenging hike with real elevation and exposure in places; start early, pack layers, and check current trail conditions before you go.

Distance:
12.5 mi
Gain:
1,500 ft
Type:
Point to Point
South Cumberland SP
Moderate
Savage Gulf Day Loop

Two waterfalls and a suspension bridge. 2 mi with about 900 ft of elevation gain. Expect a steady workout with some sustained climbing — solid footwear and a couple of liters of water are recommended.

Distance:
4.2 mi
Gain:
900 ft
Type:
Loop