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Grotto Falls

Name: Grotto Falls
Rating: 2

Recommended by 17 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Location: Sevier County, Tennessee, United States

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1. Trillium Gap Trailhead to Grotto Falls — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

4.37km

01:21

170m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Mount LeConte via Grotto Falls and Trillium Gap Trail — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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07:48

1,100m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Mount LeConte loop via Rainbow Falls and Trillium Gap trails — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

27.4km

08:55

1,260m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Kat

October 7, 2022

Grotto Falls, a roughly 25-foot waterfall, is said to be one of the most unique views in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is special, because you can walk behind its sheet of water thanks to an ample alcove beneath the overhanging lip. It's an easy 2.6-mile out-and-back hike.

Kayla Kellner-Podein

August 1, 2023

Make sure you pack water & possibly a snack. Brother was getting bit by insects, so bug spray would be good. Walking stick for leverage. A good camera. A supportive backpack to carry your items. A small towel for if you decide to go into the falls a bit.

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Elevation 1,120 m

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Location: Sevier County, Tennessee, United States

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Grotto Falls

1. Trillium Gap Trailhead to Grotto Falls — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

2. Mount LeConte via Grotto Falls and Trillium Gap Trail — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

3. Mount LeConte loop via Rainbow Falls and Trillium Gap trails — Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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