Smoky Mountains Hike: Explore Cascades and Waterfalls

Embark on an adventurous hiking tour in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Explore pristine cascades and waterfalls on a little-known trail, with stunning views of mountains, wildflowers, and swimming holes.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - On this hike, we’ll explore a popular trail, passing several beautiful cascades and views before taking a less traveled trail to view spectacular cascades and falls. We’ll learn about this varied forest, enjoy some beautiful old growth trees and in the spring, pause in wonder at the variety of wildflowers….
What's Included
  • Snacks
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Professional Guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuity for your guide is not included in the cost. Industry standard recommends 15-20%.
  • Bottled water
  • Rain Gear - we do have extra emergency ponchos on hand if needed.
  • Transportation
  • Parking Tag not included.
Additional Information

With 3100 miles of streams in the Smokies, there are thousands of beautiful stretches of white water. Adventure awaits as you explore the magic of pristine cascades and waterfalls on a little-known trail. We’ll warm up on a more popular trail, pausing to enjoy smaller cascades before turning onto a less traveled section of the Park. In the winter, we’ll…

Location
Sugarlands Visitor Center
Fighting Creek Gap Road
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park will require parking passes for any vehicle stopping longer than 15 minutes. **NOTE: You will follow the guide in your own vehicle to the trailhead.**
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Annette_p
Oct 29, 2024
Beautiful streams & fall colors - Ken was such a great guide. He showed us beautiful streams & waterfalls. The hike was also very educational as he told us about different trees & history of the area. This was my husband & I’s first hike but it definitely won’t be our last.
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Sabina
Oct 27, 2024
Enjoyable Experience - Our guide Sam was incredibly knowledgeable about the Smokys and made sure the pace of the guided hike was comfortable for the entire group. She also brought us a snack and even made us hemlock tea that we could enjoy with our snack. We appreciated her wealth of knowledge. The hike had some incline but enough opportunity to rest so it was very doable. A Walk In The Woods seems like a very organized and reputable option for hiking/backpacking guides.
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Tammyhk7381oe
Oct 21, 2024
Awesome beauty; Ken is an expert knowledgeable guide! - With over 30 years of experience Ken is an expert of the flora and fauna of this beautiful park! He opens one’s eyes to things the average hiker would never notice, sharing his knowledge, love, and appreciation for the Smokies; even sharing one of the secret gems of the trail. I highly recommend this trip!! Tammy and Larry
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Amy_l
Oct 8, 2024
Great Hike! - We ended up having a private guided hike after another couple cancelled. It was great! Sam was incredibly knowledgeable about the park. We really enjoyed it and would definitely book another experience with A Walk in the Woods.
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Jeff_j
Oct 6, 2024
Exceptional - Learned a lot about the forest. Excellent guide, Deb. Very knowledgeable and personable. Beautiful tour.
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Lev_r
Sep 27, 2024
It was nice hiking experience with historical story of the trail from team lead. - Excellent group and tour guidance from group lead. I was enjoying to be in the woods. Group Lead share a lot of information about trail, nature and her personal experience.
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Garrettr
Sep 10, 2024
China was a great guide!... - China was a great guide! We had a fun Labor Day experience and learned a lot about the park, including plant and animal life.
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Rhondadf5480xk
Aug 17, 2024
I highly recommend this hike - This is a very easy trail as we are beginner hikers. The weathers was perfect for us! Our tour guide was so courteous and knowledgeable. She gave a lot of great history of the area and pointed out edible plants. She was very experienced and happily shared her knowledge. I highly recommend this hike experience if you are in the Smokey Mountains area.
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Jennifer_m
Aug 12, 2024
Guided Hike in the Smokies - My adult daughter and I had so much fun on this hike. Luci was a great guide and was very knowledgeable. We definitely recommend!
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Jeanne_t
Oct 19, 2024
Hard to Find - Could not find the meeting place and no reception in the park. We went on our own up to Laurel Falls. There should be a marker to indicate where 1420 Fighting Creek Gap is located to assist the hiker who is new to the park.
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