Alum Cave Trail, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Name: Alum Cave Trail
Address: Newfound Gap Road, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, United States

#2 among attractions in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Hiking, Outdoor activities, Park, Hiking trail

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Alum Cave Trail, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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The Alum Cave Trail is an American hiking trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in Sevier County, Tennessee. The trail ascends Mount Le Conte, the sixth highest mountain east of the Mississippi River, and passes by many notable landmarks, such as Arch Rock, Inspiration Point, the Duckhawk Peaks, and Cliff Top, before merging with Rainbow Falls Trail near the summit. ()

Length: 5 miElevation: 5056 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 35°38'20"N, 83°26'45"W

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Newfound Gap RoadGreat Smoky Mountains National Park United States

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Alum Cave Trail – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Clingmans Dome, Museum of Salt and Pepper Shakers, Mountain Mall, Chimney Tops.

6 miSW
Summit observation tower and paved trail
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Museum, Specialty museum
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35°42'48"N • 83°30'50"W
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Natural attraction, Mountain, Geologic formation
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Hiking, Hiking trail
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Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
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Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
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1.2 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Le Conte, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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1.6 miE
Hiking, Hiking trail
The Boulevard Trail, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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