Fee applies
Hike Goldmine Loop via Tunnel Bypass Trail
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Hike 4 miles (6.4 km) on Lakeshore and Goldmine Loop trails through a hardwood forest filled with signs of old homesites and farms. This trail is moderate but includes some rocky areas and shallow stream crossings.
Overview Hike 4 miles (6.4 km) on Lakeshore and Goldmine Loop trails through a hardwood forest filled with signs of old homesites and farms in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Exploring this area is pure gold, or at least that's what early European settlers originally thought. Although no significant amount of gold was ever found here, there are still plenty of signs that people used to live here. This trail is moderate but includes some rocky areas and some shallow stream crossings. Length 4 miles (6.4 km) roundtrip Parking & Trailhead To reach the trailhead, park at the end of Lakeview Drive and hike 1 mile (1.6 km) down Lakeshore Trail. Goldmine Loop Trail will be on your left. Don't forget your parking tag. Nearest Restroom Facilities near Deep Creek or outside the park before arriving
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Fees
A parking tag is required to park in the Smokies for more than 15 minutes.
Fees Apply
Yes
Accessibility
Some rocky areas and shallow stream crossings.
Pets
No — The Gatlinburg Trail and Oconaluftee River Trail are the only two park trails where pets are permitted. Pets are also allowed in picnic areas, in campgrounds, and on roads.
Reservations
No