Hiking
Alum Cave Trail
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Distance
- 5 ml
- Duration
- 3 hr
- Ascent
- 1125 ft
- Descent
- 1125 ft
1420 Fighting Creek Gap Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738
Best Time of Year: Mar 01 - Nov 30
Explore the iconic Alum Cave Bluffs nestled deep in the Great Smoky Mountains. The trail ascends 1125 feet over a 4.4-mile round trip.
Directions to Location
- From the Oconaluftee Visitor Center in Cherokee head North on US-441 towards Gatlinburg\/Pigeon Forge for 19.8 Miles
- Take a Slight Right into parking lot for Alum Cave Bluffs Trailhead
Trails and Waterfalls can be dangerous; take no chances, only photos for memories. Read our Safety and Insider tips to have a safe, fun and enjoyable trip to Jackson County.
Leave No Trace — Seven Principles
1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
3. Dispose of Waste Properly
4. Leave What You Find
5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
6. Respect Wildlife
7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors
For more details, visit www.lnt.org
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