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Tennessee
5.8 mi
Distance
896 ft
Gain
2h 22m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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Why you'll love it
Rainbow Falls Trail
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Rainbow Falls Trail is a scenic point-to-point hike in Tennessee that showcases the region's natural beauty with cascading waterfalls and lush forest terrain. This 5.78-mile trek offers hikers an opportunity to experience the dynamic landscape of Tennessee's waterfall country, with the namesake Rainbow Falls serving as a highlight along the route. The trail combines moderate elevation gain with rewarding views, making it an excellent choice for hikers seeking a half-day adventure.
Cliff Top Trail
~1 min drive
Short point-to-point trail with cliff-top views in Tennessee.
Cove Hardwood Nature Trail
~5 min drive
Easy hardwood forest loop in Tennessee, perfect for a quick nature walk.
Buckeye Trail
~23 min drive
Easy 0.75-mile out-and-back walk through Tennessee woodland.
Tsali Right Loop
~32 min drive
A 21.48-mile loop trail in Tennessee that connects with other trails in the Tsali system for expanded hiking options.
Chimney Tops Trail
~4 min drive
Short, steep point-to-point climb to iconic rock formations with scenic views.
Grassy Branch Trail
~7 min drive
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Windy Gap Loop
~30 min drive
A 3.70-mile moderate loop in North Carolina with 650 feet of elevation gain.
Mouse Branch Loop
~32 min drive
A 12.60-mile out-and-back singletrack trail in Tennessee that connects to the Mouse Branch Overlook Loop system.
Bull Head Trail
~5 min drive
A 6.34-mile point-to-point Tennessee trail with moderate elevation and scenic forest views.
Fighting Creek Nature Trail
~9 min drive
Easy 1.19-mile loop through Tennessee woodland and creek habitat.
