Last updated: December 13, 2024
Thing to Do
Walk Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail

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Overview
Wander through a cove hardwood forest with streamside views, rock walls, and historic stone chimneys on this half-mile (0.8 km) loop along a paved, flat trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Length
0.5 miles (0.8 km) roundtrip
Parking & Trailhead
Sugarlands Valley Nature Trailhead is adjacent to a small parking area with several accessible spaces along Newfound Gap Rd (US 411) near Sugarlands Visitor Center. Don't forget your parking tag.
Nearest Restroom
Alternate Hikes
- John Oliver Trail: 0.3 miles (0.5 km) roundtrip
- Gatlinburg Trail: ~4 miles (6.4 km) roundtrip
- Cataract Falls Trail
Details
Activity
Hiking
Pets Allowed
No
The Gatlinburg Trail and Oconaluftee River Trail are the two park trails where pets are permitted. Pets are also allowed in picnic areas, in campgrounds, and on roads.
Activity Fee
Yes
A parking tag is required to park in the Smokies for more than 15 minutes.
Reservations
No
Accessibility Information
This trail is fully paved and flat.