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Summary: You will have to drive the Cades Cove Loop to get to the trailhead. Stop at the information area and pick up an auto tour map and explore what else the cove has to offer before and after the hike. During the first 4/10 of a mile you will follow the trail along Abrams Creek there are several photo opportunities along the creek before ascending Arbutus Ridge. You will have to cross 3 single log footbridges so extra precaution is required with children. We rated this trail easy but it is a steady uphill trek on the way back. The trails are in great condition and providing road conditions in the park this makes a great winter hike with snow on the ground. This is will probably will become one of your favorites as well. Depending on the season check with park phone number provided for road closings and possible bear activity. Trailhead: Preferred route: I-40 (Knoxville) to 140 East to 129 South follow signs to 411N/321N then continue on 321N to 73 East and you will enter the GSMNP. 7 miles to the Cades Cove Loop. I-40 East (Sevierville) exit #407 Hwy 66 to 441 South through Gatlinburg into the GSMNP entrance then West (Sugarlands Visitor Center) on Little River Road then follow signs to Cades Cove. You will need to drive halfway through the 11-mile loop to stop #12 Abrams Falls on the auto tour. Cades Cove Loop is not open to autos on Wednesdays and Sundays until 10:00 a.m. ****GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK**** (Lat:35.59141 Lon:-83.85282) Trail Guides for Abrams Falls: Day Hikes in GSMNP by Johnny Molloy () Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Cades Cove Ranger 865-436-1200 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Bobby Trotter, who has posted 74 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Page 1 of 2 Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Melinda on 11/4/2009 I would love to go on this hike with you all...I have been to Abrams Falls quite a few times, and am going back this weekend...You all will love this hike...I wish I would love to go with you all and would if I didnt have to work overtime that Saturday...Last weekend I climb to the top of Abrams Falls and it is so pretty up there too...I wish you all would of been going this weekend cause I would of been right there with ya...Just enjoy....Melinda
Reviewed by W on 10/7/2009 My 80 year old Dad and I did this hike,it was his first one and he did very well.I would not say it is easy.The trailhead sign says moderately difficult.We got to the falls in 45 min.and it took us an hour and a half to come back.The falls were really rushing from all the rain we have had. 
Reviewed by GCB on 6/30/2009 As of 6/21/2009, the trail was closed all week and did not get a chance to do the hike. The trail was closed due to the increased number of bears. I heard one of the rangers say this was very unusual and very dangerous and that somebody had to be feeding them or there wouldn't be that many in that area. It was still closed when we left that week. If you are going to the park and plan on making this hike, best to call ahead to sugarlands visitor center and inquire on the trail status. We saw 3 bears within the Cades Cove loop and later another bear near the Grotto Falls trail on the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. I've been in and around the park over the years quite a few times and have never seen a bear until this year.
Reviewed by David on 8/3/2008 Easy for most hikers. Certainly not a stroll, though. Must take water. I was impressed with the number of families with young kids making the hike. Many with flip-flops, also. Lots of trash, unfortunately. Buggy at the end. Saw a copperhead on a log at the base of the falls. Few deer along the trail as well.
Reviewed by KB on 6/25/2008 This hike is mostly easy, but at times can be hard. Some parts have hills with jagged rocks and branches sticking out, so be sure to be careful. It is a great hike though for the whole family and if it is hot out you can swim in the pool. The falls are nice, the only thing that disappoints me is that some people leave their trash at the scene and ruin it. Please, if you're going to go there respect nature.
Reviewed by KB on 6/25/2008 This hike is mostly easy, but at times can be hard. Some parts have hills with jagged rocks and branches sticking out, so be sure to be careful. It is a great hike though for the whole family and if it is hot out you can swim in the pool. The falls are nice, the only thing that disappoints me is that some people leave their trash at the scene and ruin it. Please, if you're going to go there respect nature.
Reviewed by Jeff on 11/18/2007 I hiked this trail today for the first time. I had always avoided the trail before because it normally is crowded. This trail is not a "I've never hiked before and I'm going to start today", but it is fairly easy for anyone that hikes. The path itself is very worn for the most part and fairly wide as well. We kept moving most of the time and finished the hike in 2hrs 7 minutes hiking time. The falls are pretty and had I hiked this in the summer, the pool would have been refreshing. Nice hike all in all.
Reviewed by Daniel on 10/13/2007 Just hiked this trail last week (10/8/2007). It was great, maybe a little tough for someone new to hiking, especially the first half of the trip back. I am not in great shape, and I handled it pretty much ok. Took about 4 hours or so roundtrip, we actaully saw river otters at the falls, I heard them, but never spotted them, my partner saw them before they scurried off into woods. THe falls were full, which I was surprised with the drought the southeast is having. Would hike this trail again, maybe packing alittle extra water this time. 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, Blount County Hiking, Blount County Trails, Blount County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||