Hike to the Ramsey Cascades

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

4.9/5

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Distance

7.83 miles

Elevation Gain

2190 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

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Hike to Ramsey Cascades, one of the tallest waterfalls in Great Smoky Mountains National Park (100 ft) on a challenging trail through an old-growth forest.

This multi-tiered waterfall is known as the tallest in the park – a worthwhile reward for the steep and sometimes tricky terrain you'll face on the way up.

The popular route to the falls also passes through an impressive old-growth forest, which apparently boasts some of the tallest trees in the park. You will also see smaller waterfalls and pools along the way.

Keep in mind that about 2 miles into the hike you will need to pass over a fairly long, narrow footbridge. Also please remember that climbing is prohibited on the rocks around the falls.

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Hike to the Ramsey Cascades Reviews

Abby Leaf

Hike to the Ramsey Cascades

07/21/22

This trail was so beautiful I would recommend to anyone🤩 the waterfalls and creeks and giant trees. Just wow. If you love nature you will love this trail.

4.0

PRO

Lucas Bremer

PRO

Hike to the Ramsey Cascades

09/22/20

This hike is worth the effort and is a right of passage of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I have visited it in all seasons.

5.0

Explorer

Jared Beeler

Explorer

Hike to the Ramsey Cascades

09/22/20

This hike truly shows the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains and what they have to offer.

5.0

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