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Misty Nunya

Okay, so the first row of stairs ARE removed BUT! You can still climb if you're up for it. Just use the casings where the stairs used to be and tiptoe up the side, there's still a railing so you can hold your balance and make it up to the top. Flip of the coin though if the gate is unlocked or not. Careful though, about a 3rd of the way up there is a piece of wood missing that you could potentially step through. But once you make it to the top the 360 degree view is completely worth it. I stayed until dawn and got the two early morning shots I included here. So is it harder to get to than 1st appears? Yes. Is it doable? Heck yes! I'm a lifelong resident of Cocke County and it's still one of my favorite places to visit and hang out.