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Summary: Your hike will begin in the back of Cades Cove at the Gregory Ridge Trail.At 1.9 mi you will reach Camp #12 stay to left to follow trail.At 4.9 mi you will intersect with Gregory Bald Trail, take this to the Appalachian Trail.7.0 mi you will reach Doe Knob and the AT.Take a lunch break you have just ascended over 2900'.7.75 Powell Knob is a great area for bear activity. 9.5 is Mollies Ridge Shelter is your destination for day 1.This shelter was rebuilt in June of 2003 and is one of the nicer shelters in the GSMNP Piped spring is located 100yds away Day 2 continue north on the AT and 11.9 mi you reach Russell Field Shelter.14.5 mi you have completed the AT section of this hike now to Bote Mtn Trail.This trail descends swiftly this would be a great time to practice your switchbacks to help save your shines and thighs. 16 mi you will come to a intersection with the Anthony Creek Trail, follow this trail for 3.5 mi to Cades Cove Campground, then back to the ranger' station. 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, leave one car at the ranger's station as you sign in and then drive the other car (or shuttle) to the visitor's center in the Cades Cove Loop. Take the Forge Creek Rd and park at the Gregory Ridge Trailhead. (Lat:35.56271 Lon:-83.84587) Trail Guides for AT Doe Knob to Spence Field: Exploring the Appalachian Trail: Georgia North Carolina Tennessee (Exploring the Appalachian Trail) by Doris Gove (Stackpole Books) Day & Overnight hikes in GSMNP by Johhny Malloy (Menasha Ridge Press) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Horses, Ranger Contact: 423-436-1231 Backcountry Office Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Bobby Trotter, who has posted 74 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
