Meet a naturalist guide at the Greenbrier entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park (directions listed in your voucher) for a walk in the woods. This moderately strenuous hike follows an Appalachian mountain path to several cascades. Rock-hop across streams and crest narrow ridges, then be rewarded by the sight of gorgeous cascades shrouded in lush greenery. Enjoy the intimacy of hiking with a small group.
Moderate hike in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Rock-hop across a clear mountain stream
Enjoy photo ops of several Appalachian cascades
Small-group tour ensures personalized attention
What To Expect
A Walk In The Woods
A Walk in the Woods Smoky Mountain guides have been helping guests make lasting memories on backpacking and camping trips, driving tours and guided hikes in the Smoky Mountains since 1998. Our local, naturalist guides are experts in all things Smokies!
Once you book your trip, you will be sent paperwork that we need filled out by you and everyone in your party within 48 hours. We will need that paperwork filled out and returned as soon as possible. You will receive a conditioning guide, a packlist upon booking and meeting location and route information closer to the time of your trip.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Everything you wanted to know but were too afraid to ask!
Turn that curiosity into knowledge with a one night guided backpacking trip in the Smoky Mountains. Learn everything about the exciting and challenging sport of backpacking while meeting other people. On this trip, you will learn all the steps needed to become a proficient backpacker. Find out what to pack, how to pack and how to wear your pack for the most comfort. Learn how to use the best gear and what to do in the event that things don’t go as planned. If the weather changes or your gear doesn’t work well, you’ll be prepared. Identifying wild plants, which ones are edible, how to cure headaches and getting relief from poison ivy are all things you will learn along the way.
We’ll start with a brief class on backpacking and apply it in real life.
12 hours • Admission Ticket Included
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
This trip requires a 2 person minimum to operate. If you are traveling solo, you may join into an existing tour or pay the 2 person rate.
You will be asked to sign a waiver.
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers
Include
Professional guide
Snacks
Dinner
Breakfast
All necessary gear included. This includes a tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad and backpack. Guides carry 1st aid kit, stove and filter for the group.
Exclude
Gratuities
Transportation
Lunch
Bottled water