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By A Walk in the Woods

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Overview

  • Your trip begins at Sugarlands Visitor Centre, where you’ll meet your naturalist guide from A Walk in the Woods. From there, we’ll travel up into Great Smoky Mountains, stopping along the way for sweeping mountain views, photo opportunities, and stories that bring the Smokies to life.

    This guided driving tour includes several beautiful overlooks where you can take in the famous “sea of mountains,” learn about the natural and human history of the park, and visit the Rockefeller Memorial at Newfound Gap, located on the Tennessee and North Carolina border.

    After enjoying the views from Newfound Gap, we’ll stretch our legs with a short walk on the famous Appalachian Trail. Depending on the day and group, your guide may also lead you on a gentle history walk near a clear mountain stream, and perhaps even taste a seasonal wild mountain treat.

    Duration: 2.5 Hours | Difficulty: Easy | Ages: All

    Meeting Location: Sugarlands Visitors Centre or City centre Gatlinburg

Activity location

  • A Walk In The Woods
    • 441 East Parkway
    • 37738-3007, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sugarlands Visitor Center
    • 1420 Fighting Creek Gap Road
    • 37738, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Snacks
  • Inclusions
    All Fees and Taxes
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Professional naturalist guide
  • Exclusions
    Service charge for your guide.
  • Exclusions
    Drinks are not provided. Please bring plenty of water.
  • Exclusions
    Rain Gear - We do have emergency ponchos on hand if needed.
  • Exclusions
    Private transport

Know before you book

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • A maximum of 14 people per booking
    • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • Please note that, while we do our best to follow the itinerary listed, we may need to pivot due to road closures or events outside of our control. We require a minimum of 2 people to operate this tour. We operate rain or shine.

Activity itinerary

A Walk In The Woods

We will meet at the Sugarland's Visitor Centre where you will have a chance to explore the Park museum and support the Park with your gift purchases at the book shop.  From there, we will travel up the mountain and learn the human and natural history of the Park before getting out and experiencing a slice of the famous AT. Your guide will regale you with stories of the Cherokee, the settlers, the Civil War history and the creation of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Stop and experience beautiful vistas, learn the medicinal and edible uses of wild plants, take your time as you soak in the beauty of these ancient mountains.

Sugarlands Visitors Center

Departure and return location.

Newfound Gap Road

  • 20m
Newfound Gap Road has many scenic vistas and points of interest.

Location

Activity location

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    A Walk In The Woods
    • 441 East Parkway
    • 37738-3007, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Sugarlands Visitor Center
    • 1420 Fighting Creek Gap Road
    • 37738, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, United States

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