Hike to Abrams Falls
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Walk 5 miles (8 km) roundtrip through rhododendron, hemlock, and pine-oak forest to a 25-foot (7.6-m) waterfall and scenic pool. Swimming in the pool is not recommended due to slippery rocks and a dangerous undertow.
Overview Swimming is strongly discouraged due to slippery rocks and a deadly undertow Walk 5 miles (8 km) roundtrip through rhododendron, hemlock, and pine-oak forest in Great Smoky Mountains National Park to a 25-foot (7.6-m) waterfall that flows over a ledge of sandstone into a deep, picturesque pool. This trail is also known for its spring wildflowers. Length 5 miles (8 km) roundtrip Parking & Trailhead After driving roughly halfway around the one-way Cades Cove Loop Road, park at the Abrams Falls Trailhead at the end of Abrams Falls Road (between loop road sign posts 10 and 11). Don't forget your parking tag. Nearest Restroom Pit toilet at the trailhead (available year-round) Alternate Hikes Deep Creek Waterfall Loop: 2.4 miles (3.9 km) roundtrip Lynn Camp Prong Cascades: 1.4 miles (2.3 km) roundtrip West Prong: 5.4 miles (8.7 km) roundtrip
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A parking tag is required to park in the Smokies for more than 15 minutes.
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Trail has occasional obstacles of roots and rocks.
No — The Gatlinburg Trail and Oconaluftee River Trail are the two park trails where pets are permitted. Pets are also allowed in picnic areas, in campgrounds, and on roads.
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Trailhead located on 11-mile, one-way Cades Cove Loop Road
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