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The 5 Best Mountains in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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1. Mount LeConte
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 280 reviews
One of the most popular hiking mountains in the park.
Reviewed By Bee_Keeper_05 - Crossville, United States
We hiked Mt LeConte yesterday, and it was worth the soreness I am feeling now. Such a challenging day! We took Bulls Head up to LeConte Lodge (7.82 miles)and came down toward Rainbow Falls. There are a lot of views on the Bulls Head Trail, a lot more then the Rainbow Trail. The fires cleared the trees for amazing views! The burnt trees stood like statues refusing to fall, and surprising like art themselves. There are not a lot of switch backs on the way up and it is a climb to summit. I was surprised of the temperature drop, once on top. It was was pretty cold, and. Was glad I had hiking pants on. LeConte Lodge was so neat to see, and a must see. Rainbow Falls was good, but very crowded and I did not stay long. Highly Recommend
2. Buck Bald
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Hallhouse38 - Huntingdon, United States
Buck Bald is located off Hwy 68, pass Coker Creek Welcome Center. Gravel/dirt road with numerous curves and several large gravel rocks in roadway continues to top of Bald Moutain and site of Bald. Road is steep and narrow, there are a few places to pull onto shoulder to allow a vehicle to pass. I'm a senior citizen and drove to bald in a car, without problems but would NOT advise traveling road when muddy or following a snowfall. View is amazing and enjoyed the silence, only hear the sound of a gentle breeze. While enjoying the view, two groups (total 5 people) arrived, they were very nice and felt safe with them, followed me down mountain road to make sure I didn't have any problems. Travel on gravel road slowly, be aware of curves/dropoffs and keep eyes on road to avoid tire damage on large, sharp gravel rocks. Cold on Bald, wear warm clothing or bring jacket.
3. Clingmans Dome
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,972 reviews
The highest peak in the park.
Reviewed By E93QZthomasc - Ridgeland, United States
Be in shape to hike this half mile straight up trail to Clingmans dome,, you can drive up and dont have to do the hike It is ABSOLUTELY Amazing!The drive , traffic and views are awesome, went in November and saw snow and Ice, (not on the road) Huge Icicles on the Huge ountain Rock .the Cedar trees and views are spectacular the smell of the cedar tries, awesome, Live Christmas trees everywhere, WATCH YOUR STEP, Do Not get to close to the edge ! you are a mile high !
4. Mount Sterling
5. Big Bald
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
