The Sugarlands Visitor Center features knowledgable rangers, maps, restrooms, animal exhibits, informative museum, and a free movie. Stop here to stretch your legs, get your bearings, and speak with experts about your itinerary. There is also a small hiking loop (Fighting Creek Nature Trail, 1.2 miles) starting and ending at the visitor center.
Information and opening hours: smokymountains.com/park/things-to-do/sugarlands-visitor-center

Steve

March 2, 2025

Hiking

Due to construction much of path is walking thru parking lots (Jan ‘25). The hike otherwise is mostly flat and includes nice creek side spots to sit and take in the trees

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