Looking for waterfalls in the Pigeon Forge Gatlinburg area
May 15, 2022 13:09:02 #
My wife and I are heading to Pigeon Forge on the 23rd of this month and I am looking to find some waterfalls in the area that we do not have to hike to, both of us have bad knees. Also any recommendations for things to do in the area. We are going to Dollywood and Cades cove and the Knoksville Zoo and are looking for other things to do in the are that we have not done before. We have been in the are many times but are looking for some new locations to visit. Any suggestion are welcome. Also any photo opportunities that I may get to visit.
May 15, 2022 13:29:20 #
There is a waterfall near the gatlinburg visitors center. I believe it’s called cataract falls. Great falls to photography very short easy walk.
Another waterfall right off the road is meigs falls. It is between Townsend and the visitors center not really marked and easy to miss.
The sinks is also right off the main road near metcalf bottoms. Close to meigs falls.
Another great area is the roaring fork motor trail. A few old cabins, creeks, small falls, and maybe a few bears
Enjoy the smokies are a beautiful magical place
Another waterfall right off the road is meigs falls. It is between Townsend and the visitors center not really marked and easy to miss.
The sinks is also right off the main road near metcalf bottoms. Close to meigs falls.
Another great area is the roaring fork motor trail. A few old cabins, creeks, small falls, and maybe a few bears
Enjoy the smokies are a beautiful magical place
May 15, 2022 13:59:36 #
May 15, 2022 14:39:24 #
fotojeff wrote:
There is a waterfall near the gatlinburg visitors ... (show quote)
Thanks for the suggestion, we will check them out.
May 15, 2022 14:41:35 #
MattW1 wrote:
Museum of Appalachia, a few miles north of Knoxville. Not a typical museum.
Looked at their site and called and talked with them. Plan on going Tuesday after the Knoxville Zoo. Thanks for the suggestion.
May 15, 2022 17:31:44 #
If you don't mind rising early, the view of the sunrise from the top of Clingman's Dome (on top of Old Smokey) is hard to beat. The colors are other worldly. Don't go all the way to the observation deck. The best view is from the parking lot of the visitor's center.
May 15, 2022 21:24:04 #
May 15, 2022 23:11:32 #
MattW1
Loc: Baton Rouge
grandpaw wrote:
Looked at their site and called and talked with them. Plan on going Tuesday after the Knoxville Zoo. Thanks for the suggestion.
I used to work on the livestock that live there. Been there quite a few times. I think you will enjoy it.
May 16, 2022 05:29:41 #
Grandpaw, it won't be difficult finding waterfalls. Look for the ones with the shortest hike!! Note: Are you going with family? If you're up for adventure, go for the white water rafting on the Little Pigeon River. I warn you, there are some pretty good rapids, but they're fun.
Going through one of them, my wife was in the back and got bumped out of the raft. She did what she was told, though, and floated on her back. The raft behind us picked her up. So....don't be in the last raft!! And don't sit in the back.
Going through one of them, my wife was in the back and got bumped out of the raft. She did what she was told, though, and floated on her back. The raft behind us picked her up. So....don't be in the last raft!! And don't sit in the back.
May 16, 2022 06:08:48 #
grandpaw wrote:
My wife and I are heading to Pigeon Forge on the 2... (show quote)
If going to Cades Cove, check out Tremont. Take the road going to Cades Cove and the turn to Tremont is just a short distance. Most people drive past without noticing. There is a road, sometimes gravel, and there are great views of the river. Many, many photo opportunities. One of my photography instructors from the university took us there for a field trip. I think he also has a photography business in Townsend where he leads groups to Tremont and Cades Cove. You will not be disappointed.
Also, if you are OK with a longer drive, check out Bald River Falls in Tellico Plains. It is about 50 miles south of Knoxville. You can view it from your car or park and walk to it.
Check it out here: https://www.tnvacation.com/local/tellico-plains-bald-river-falls
Enjoy.
May 16, 2022 08:03:59 #
annadonmac
Loc: East Tennessee
If you are going to Cades Cove, Wednesday is designated for bicycle and foot traffic only. Vehicles are prohibited.
I second Bald River Falls, beautiful and a very short walk for people with bad knees
I second Bald River Falls, beautiful and a very short walk for people with bad knees
May 16, 2022 08:05:24 #
NCMtnMan
Loc: N. Fork New River, Ashe Co., NC
If you don't mind traveling a couple of hours over to the Brevard, NC area you will find lots of them. It's known as the Land of Waterfalls.
May 16, 2022 08:52:05 #
DougS
Loc: Central Arkansas
Be sure to do the Roaring Fork/ Cherokee Orchard road, it is on the eastern edge of Gatlinburg. Linville Falls Bald River Falls in Tellico Plains. It is about 50 miles south of Knoxville. You can view it from your car or park and walk to it. Highway 64, starting from highway 441 close to Franklin NC. There are several falls on that road.
Western North Carolina Waterfalls Map
https://www.wncwaterfalls.info › map
Map of Waterfalls in Western NC (50+ of the Best Listed!)
https://www.nctripping.com › map-of-waterfalls-in-west...
Map of Waterfalls in Western NC List (Waterfall Hikes) · Bridal Veil Falls · Carter Falls · Catawba Falls · Crabtree Falls · Deep Creek Trail. We did the Highland to Franklin last year, really enjoyed it! Right beside the (very crooked) road!
Western North Carolina Waterfalls Map
https://www.wncwaterfalls.info › map
Map of Waterfalls in Western NC (50+ of the Best Listed!)
https://www.nctripping.com › map-of-waterfalls-in-west...
Map of Waterfalls in Western NC List (Waterfall Hikes) · Bridal Veil Falls · Carter Falls · Catawba Falls · Crabtree Falls · Deep Creek Trail. We did the Highland to Franklin last year, really enjoyed it! Right beside the (very crooked) road!
May 16, 2022 10:59:36 #
Sidwalkastronomy
Loc: New Jersey Shore
For waterfalls make sure you bring ND filters to allow longer exposure to have water flowing for a better look
May 16, 2022 16:55:05 #
Chopper Bill
Loc: East Tennessee
Bald River Falls can be photographed from the roadway you came in on the bridge. Others have given directions so I won't other than to say that the Cherohala Skyway from Tellico Plains, Tennessee to Robbinsville, North Carolina is a delightful drive. See if you can find the ghost in the falls.
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