Abrams Falls Trail, Tennessee, United States

4.5 (490 reviews) Spent Ranking #17 in Great Smoky Mountains National Park Hiking Trails • Waterfalls

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The 5 mile hike to the waterfall was a beautiful way to spend a sunny Autumn afternoon! The trail is rated as moderate, so brink a good pair of walking or hiking shoes. The waterfall at the end is beautiful. There are restrooms at the trail’s entrance. Be aware the roads getting in and out of the trail become congested and take some time to navigate.

Address

Cade's Cove , Tennessee, United States.

Mobile

+1 865-436-1200

Website

http://www.nps.gov/grsm

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Friday, May 10, 2024, 6:10

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4.5 based on (490 reviews)

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Reviews

  • 4Laylaa Thompson 5:00 PM Oct 16, 2020
    Moderate Trail
    The trail leads to a small, yet beautiful, waterfall. My husband and I trekked out there early in the morning as soon as the trailhead opened. The trail was decently crowded then and continued to grow more dense as the day continued. Great scenery and end point! Trail is family friendly--would rate as moderate.
  • 4DianeER 5:00 PM Dec 22, 2022
    New trail improvements make a huge difference
    Thank you GSMNP & Friends of the Smokies, for the recent improvements to this trail. The trail improvements make a huge difference as the trail is a lot safer now with the numerous steps & improved safer bridges. We had stopped hiking this trail due to the unsafe bridges & steep inclines. Warning- this is not an easy hike. It took us around 4 hours hiking time total plus an hour at the falls, but we do not walk quickly stopping to take many pictures. The trail makes numerous up/ downs over hills so be prepared. I think it’s harder doing the return trip as the uphill’s seem steeper. This is an extremely popular trail so get here early. Even though the parking is large it fills quickly. Latrine at trailhead parking lot. Needed equipment: lots of water, snacks, good hiking boots due to the numerous roots/ rocks on the trail & a first aid kit. Hiking poles also help. Note: there are 3 - 4 bridges to cross with a sturdy handrail on one side only. The wooden bridge is wide enough but just take your time. Only 1 person can cross at a time. This is not our favorite hike in the park & I would encourage others to do the easier hike to Grotto or Laurel Falls instead for a less strenuous hike that has waterfalls also. Also getting into/ out of Cades Cove is problematic due to high traffic. Note this area gets frequent bear activity in the fall & we saw one, so be on the lookout. If you like my review, I hope you'll click the 'helpful' button; those of us who write reviews live for those and it motivates us to do more.

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