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Summary: This is a relatively easy trail to follow, although it's not signed or blazed, providing your knowledge of a map, compass and/or GPS. The Groundhog Ridge Manway is popular and steep but well graded.The trail meanders along the ridge line with a direct approach to Mt Cammerer.Halfway up the ridge you will cross the Lower Mt Cammerer Trail( although it's not signed) you will cross this trail as your trail appears just across into the woods.The last 1/2 mile is the tough part and a sense of adventure begins here as you swim through Laurel and Rhodo and then rock srambles.You will pop out onto top of a small peak and get you first glimpse of the tower and the mountains.More swimming and scrambling before you reach the base of White Rock the foundation of the lookout tower.After lunch return using the spur trail that leads to the Appalachian Trail.Follow the AT south to Low Gap Trail then to Cosby Campground, follow signs to hiker parking. Trailhead: From Knoxville: I-40 East to Exit #440 Highways 321 & 32 turn right off exit ramp. Stay on Highway 32 South to Cosby Campground (Highway 321 will go to right to Gatlinburg) about two miles turn right into Cosby Campground. Park in designated hiker's parking lot on left(Leave one car here for return trip). Go back to park entrance turn right on Hwy 32 go 3.4 miles to a small gravel parking area enough for 3-4 cars. Trailhead is straight ahead 50' starting between the two white NPS Boundary signs. ***THIS IS FOR EXPERIENCE HIKERS ONLY*** ***PLEASE CONTACT ME FOR MORE INFORMATION*** (Lat:35.47004 Lon:-83.1045) Trail Guides for Mt Cammerer via Groundhog Ridge Manway: Day Hikes in GSMNP by Johnny Molloy () Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: GSMNP 865-436-1200 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Bobby Trotter, who has posted 74 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Tom B. on 9/7/2005 Great hike. Was engaged in fire tower Christmas 2003. Memorable moment. If you want her to say 'yes yes', then you must take this hike and ask your sweety too!
Reviewed by ac on 4/17/2005 wonderful trail but very very hard. You get almost no breaks and the trail can be very easily lost if not careful. The last mile or so is so steep that climbing on hands and knees is necessary.In some places the trail is down right dangerous. would only reccomend for experienced hikers. would advise to only go on trail in the cooler months because this area is known for snakes.But trail is still extremely beautiful. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Tennessee Hiking, Tennessee Trails, Tennessee Hikes, Cocke County Hiking, Cocke County Trails, Cocke County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
