From what we were able to see, Mannis Branch Falls is quite scenic. Unfortunately when we went to see the waterfall (in the late Spring, early Summer) it was mostly hidden behind the trees. In our photos you really can only see the bottom of the waterfall. The top part is almost completely blocked from… [Read More]
Fort Harry Falls
I would only recommend this waterfall if you really want to see every waterfall in the Smoky Mountains or Tennessee. When I was told about this waterfall, I was told it was a unique, must see waterfall that was easy to get to. So I quickly added it to my list of waterfalls to seek… [Read More]
Cedar Run Falls
The hike begins by heading down Cedar Run Trail. After about 20 yards you will come to the Big Meadows Trail, keep going downward on Cedar Run Trail. Cedar Run will start becoming visible on your right hand side in about 0.8 miles. You’ll also see several small ponds along the way. At 1.5 miles… [Read More]
Kahuna Falls
While visiting Bald River Falls you probably saw this waterfall and never even realized that it was a different waterfall. Until recently I didn’t know either. I had always thought it was part of Bald River Falls. After viewing the amazing Bald River Falls, go to the upper end of the parking lot, where you… [Read More]
Laurel Falls (in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park)
Note: Laurel Falls Trail is closed as of Jan. 6, 2025 for 18 months of rehabilitation work. Laurel Falls is an extremely popular destination within Great Smoky Mountains National Park due to the fact that it has a paved trail leading up to it. Please note that while this trail is paved, it is not… [Read More]
Things to do in Gatlinburg, TN
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is located in Tennessee near several different cities, one of which is Gatlinburg. Sugarland Visitors Center is located in Gatlinburg. Here you can get lots of information about the Smokies, including maps and trail locations. You can also purchase a parking pass, which is required for parking anywhere inside… [Read More]