How do you get to Grotto Falls?
Trailhead: From the parkway in Gatlinburg, turn at traffic light #8 and follow Historic Nature Trail into Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Take Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail to stop #5 where there is a large parking area. Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail is a narrow, winding, one-way road that is closed in winter.
Where do I park for Grotto Falls trail?
The parking area for Grotto Falls will be on the left side of the road after driving roughly 1.6 miles along this one-way road. The trailhead is located just beyond the parking area on the opposite side of the road. Due to the popularity of this hiking trail, there are additional parking spaces further up the road.
Is Grotto Falls on the Appalachian Trail?
Mount LeConte and Rainbow Falls and Grotto Falls via Appalachian Trail is a 31.7 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Cherokee, North Carolina that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult.
Is Trillium Gap trail open?
The trail and its parking areas will be closed 7 a.m. Mondays through 5:30 p.m. Thursdays May 10-Nov. 10, 2021, except for federal holidays. The trail will be fully open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Are there bathrooms at Grotto Falls?
There is a bathroom at the Grotto Falls trailhead. And then off you go on the trail!
How long is the hike to the Grotto?
The hike through the park to reach the Grotto in Tobermory takes about 45 minutes each way. Along the way, you’ll see diverse wetlands, ancient cedar trees spiraling from cliff-edges, a multitude of orchids and ferns, birds, and so much more!
How much is parking at the Grotto?
The fee to park is $11.70 per vehicle plus applicable reservation fee ($6.00 online, $8.50 by phone).
How long is the trail to Clingmans Dome?
The half-mile trail to the summit of Clingmans Dome is paved, but very steep. During the short hike, you will gain 332 feet, which makes the climb gradient almost 13%! The Clingmans Dome hike does feature several benches along the way if you need to catch your breath during the ascent.
How long is the Trillium Gap Trail?
The Trillium Gap Trail is a strenuous, all-day hike that is nearly 14 miles roundtrip and gains over 3,400 feet in elevation.
How long is Bull Head Trail?
Mount LeConte and Rainbow Falls via The Bullhead Trail is a 14.8 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Gatlinburg, Tennessee that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and backpacking and is best used from March until November.
Is the Grotto a hard hike?
The hike to and from the Tobermory Grotto is not a very difficult one. It’s about 20-30 minutes each way depending on your speed but it’s a fairly flat trail until you reach the actual Grotto area which is when the cliffs etc.