John Ownby Cabin

Hike 1.4 miles (2.3 km) roundtrip on Fighting Creek Nature Trail to see this historic cabin.

Warren Bielenberg Photo

Quick Facts

Location:

Sugarlands

Significance:

Point of Interest in the Sugarlands Area

Amenities

2 listed

Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Scenic View/Photo Spot

Overview

Tucked into the quiet woods near Gatlinburg, the John Ownby Cabin is a historic single-story cabin constructed in the 1860s and the last standing home of what was once the Sugarlands community.

Its walls are made of hand-hewn white pine and tulip poplar logs fit together with dovetail notching. The roof is covered with split-oak shingles, and the chimney is constructed of rocks and clay mortar harvested nearby.

How to Get There

Follow Fighting Creek Nature Trail, which begins behind Sugarlands Visitor Center, 1.4 miles (2.3 km) roundtrip.

Similar Points of Interest

• Spence Cabin
• Appalachian Clubhouse
• John Oliver Place
• Elijah Oliver Place

Accessibility

This cabin is not ADA accessible. The trail to access this cabin may be muddy in places and includes some steeper sections.