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Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail

Rte. 441, Enter from stoplight 8 at Airport Road, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, TN
5.0 of 5 stars 127 Reviews
Type: Scenic Drives, Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Trails
Activities: Driving
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Spartanburg, South Carolina
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Drove through this motor nature trail. Really nice scenery outside of Gatlinburg busy drag. Some areas can get VERY crowded to the point where you can barely squeeze through due to cars parked up and down the road. More

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Ashland, Kentucky
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

This is a very beautiful scenic drive well worth the driving. I recommend anyone that wants too see beautiful scenery and just enjoy the peace and quiet and see God's work. More

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Macon, Georgia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

This was amazing. It shows you history but in an interactive way. You can walk through his entire farm by a light-moderate trail behind the cabin. We went on a rainy day and that didn't affect the experience. It's a must see for mountain goers. More

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Indiana
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This is a must see destination! Many over look this trail. Just past downtown Gatlingburg you would not imagine the scenery and wildlife. You drive through a old forgotten town with several trails, beautiful waterfalls, rocky streams, cabins and yes bears are here too. We have seen several bear along the main road and along the trails. Plenty of areas... More

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Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012
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My tip, get to the first two overlooks as soon as possible. Then take your time getting down trail. Don't be a jerk, pull over and let traffic around you. I highly suggest stopping at point #9 on the way down. Look for the little trail that heads to the 'falls'. It's an easy walk and it's gorgeous More

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kiln, ms
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

This is about my favorite thing to do in the Smokies. Anytime of the year, it's beautiful. ( closed in winter) I have a secret spot on the river I go to pray and be close to nature. I like to hang out at the Bud Ogle cabin at sunset. Early in the morning or late in the evening is... More

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Donalsonville, Georgia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

If you have issues with your knees, hips, etc and cannot take a hike on one of the many trails in the Great Smoky Mountains, I recommend this trail. It is a drive-thru trail where you can possibly see bears, deer, and other animals. It takes less than an hour to drive-thru, but it is a great trail. More

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Savannah, GA
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012
2
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Skip Cades Cove and go here. You get mountain views, waterfalls, beautiful streams, cabins... all close to Gatlinburg but feels like a world away. Go early in the day when it's quiet. Roll down your windows and enjoy! More

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Racine, WI
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

After spent 4 hours touring this trail, my husband and I wished we could have more time. But we had a flight to catch and had to leave. Don't repeate our mistake. I would suggest total of 6 hours if you want to visit Grotto Fall during this tour also, like we did. The Grotto Fall trail is a 3-mile... More

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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

One of my favorite places to go in the Great Smokey Mountain National Park. Stunning waterfalls, bridges and wildlife in abundance on this one way narrow motor trail. Very peaceful and quiet. Historical log homes , very educational for the family . Amazing serenity. More

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