Laurel Falls

Access Abrams Falls by hiking 5 miles (8 km) roundtrip from the trailhead in Cades Cove.

Bob Carr Photo

Quick Facts

Significance:

Point of Interest in Cades Cove

Amenities

1 listed

Scenic View/Photo Spot

Swimming is strongly discouraged due to an undertow and dangerous conditions

Abrams Falls creates a mesmerizing spectacle as the considerable flow of Abrams Creek plunges 25 feet (7.6 m) over a ledge of sandstone into a deep, picturesque pool. Hemlock and rhododendron line banks of the creek, which is also home to three of the park's rare, threatened, and/or endangered fish species. Otters, which were reintroduced to the area, are occasionally seen near the falls.

How to Get There

• Hike 5 miles (8 km) from the Abrams Falls Trailhead
• Parking area is located at the far end of the Cades Cove Loop Road between sign posts 10 and 11

Similar Points of Interest

• Hen Wallow Falls
• Lynn Camp Prong Cascades