How long is the Alum Creek Cave trail?

This moderately difficult hike is 4.4 miles roundtrip and includes 1,125 feet of elevation gain.

Does Alum Cave Trail lead up to Mount LeConte?

LeConte (via Alum Cave Trail) Description. If ever there was a classic hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Alum Cave Trail to Mt. To reach the 6593-foot summit of Mount LeConte hikers will have to climb 2763 feet, and hike 5.5 miles from the Alum Cave Trailhead.

How long does it take to hike Andrews Bald trail?

2-3 hours
The distance of this hiking trail is 1.8 miles to get to Andrews Bald, so it’s around 3.6 miles round trip. It’s noted that there’s 1,200 feet in elevation change. It’s recommended to give yourself 2-3 hours to complete the hike to Andrews Bald and back.

Is Alum Cave Trail crowded?

Extremely crowded, but gets slightly better past Alum Cave; where the views start and grades get steeper. Parking is an absolute pain. You can find a spot, as people park along the side of the road, but you will need to get there super early to get one near the trailhead.

How high is Andrews Bald?

1,800 m
Andrews Bald/Elevation

Andrews Bald in the Great Smoky Mountains has an elevation of 5,920 feet, making it the highest grassy bald in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The mountain is one of two grassy balds maintained in the range by the park service. The other is Gregory Bald, in the western Smokies.

Is Clingmans Dome observation tower open?

Clingmans Dome, open year-round, can be reached by traveling Clingmans Dome Road, which closes December 1 through March 31 and when conditions become unfavorable due to ice and snow. At the end of Clingmans Dome Road is the parking area, a visitor’s center, and the trailhead to the summit.

How long does it take to climb Clingmans Dome?

Clingmans Dome is about a 45 minute drive from Gatlinburg. Plan on a very early start to find parking. Try to be there by 9 AM. The hike up to the observation tower will take about an hour.