One Day Wilderness: Ramsey Cascades

This 8 mile day hike is a classic in the Greenbrier area of the Smokies. Simply take HWY 321 East to the Greenbrier Entrance and turn left over a bridge following signs to the TH.  This tough, but amazing hike starts out by crossing the mighty Ramsey Prong on a high footbridge and soon starts […]

Weekend Gem: Little River #30

Posted by on Apr 29, 2017 in Trail Reports, Weekend Gem | No Comments

This great overnight adventure is a perfect way to ease back into another season of backpacking. Start out at the TH located at Elkmont and head upriver into a magical world of spring wildflowers. This easy graded trail starts as an old roadbed, before turning into a trail proper. Along the way, stop and enjoy […]

One Day Wilderness-Mt. Cammerer Loop

Posted by on Mar 28, 2017 in One Day Wilderness | No Comments

  This magnificent day hike in the Eastern Smokies is a great introduction to the more isolated Cosby corner of the Park. With cascading creeks, spring wildflowers and great views from A.T. and Mt. Cammerer’s lookout tower, now is the perfect time to hit up this 14.8 mile classic. Start out from The Cosby Campground […]