Eagle's Loft

11/07/2025

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06/04/2025

05/31/2025

🌲 Top Easy Hikes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

1. Laurel Falls Trail (Note: Laurel Falls Trail is closed as of Jan. 6, 2025 for 18 months of rehabilitation work.)
•Distance: 2.6 miles round trip
•Highlights: Paved trail, beautiful 80-ft waterfall

2. Cataract Falls
•Distance: 1 mile round trip
•Highlights: Small waterfall, shaded forest, near Sugarlands Visitor Center
•Perfect for: Families with young kids

3. Clingmans Dome Trail
•Distance: 1 mile round trip
•Highlights: 360° views from the highest point in the Smokies
•Note: Paved but not wheelchair/stroller accessible due to incline

4. Gatlinburg Trail
•Distance: 3.8 miles round trip
•Highlights: River views, remains of old homes, dog-friendly (rare in the park!)
•Trailhead: Sugarlands Visitor Center or Gatlinburg entrance

5. Elkmont Nature Trail
•Distance: 0.8 miles loop
•Highlights: Historic cabins, shaded woods, peaceful scenery
•Great for: History lovers and quiet nature walks

6. Andrews Bald
•Distance: 3.5 miles round trip
•Highlights: Stunning bald with panoramic views, wildflowers in summer
•Trailhead: Near Clingmans Dome parking lot

7. Spruce Flats Falls
•Distance: 2 miles round trip
•Highlights: A less-crowded waterfall trail near Tremont Institute
•Note: Not on official park maps, but well-worn and worth it

05/23/2025

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05/08/2025

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Cades Cove Vehicle-Free Wednesdays return June 18, 2025. They will continue every Wednesday through Sep. 24. Vehicle-free days allow people to walk, run, hike, and bike the 11-mile scenic loop in Great Smoky Mountains National Park without motor vehicles. Learn more about vehicle free days, including which e-bikes are allowed, at the park's website. https://nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/cades-cove-vehicle-free-days.htm

*Edit to add: We've changed who can comment on this post to our established followers, meaning people who have followed our page for at least one day. We're a small and busy staff and don't have time to monitor all the spammers and scammers who come out of the woodwork for popular topics. We also ask people to please be respectful and refrain from personal insults. We understand many people are disappointed the vehicle-free days did not begin as scheduled in May. The schedule was unexpectedly interrupted and delayed a few weeks. It is not intended to be a permanent change. No one is more eager to resume offering this wonderful experience than park staff. Thank you, Friends!

04/22/2025

02/07/2025

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Love is in the Air is almost here! Join us starting February 7th for our Valentines Day themed event running through the end of February.

Experience the SkyPark covered in thousands of Valentines Day lights with your special someone, family and friends!

01/07/2025

It’s my favorite time of year in east TN
Less traffic!
Slower pace!

Book your dates before they are gone!

Located on a river, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Little Pigeon River, Chapel in the Glen, and Chapel at Honeymoon Hills. Foxfire Mountain and Parrot Mountain and Gardens are also within 9 mi (15 km).

01/07/2025

Time to plan those hikes!

01/03/2025

12/20/2024

Time to plan your winter getaway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Located on a river, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Little Pigeon River, Chapel in the Glen, and Chapel at Honeymoon Hills. Foxfire Mountain and Parrot Mountain and Gardens are also within 9 mi (15 km).

12/16/2024

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