Deep Creek Trail Trailhead

Hiking area · Swain County

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"If you want to be surrounded by water — both streams and waterfalls — plan a hike on Deep Creek Loop Trail. Spiro, who leads the hiking division at Carolina Bound Adventures, says on the North Carolina side of the park she recommends “the Deep Creek Loop Trail a couple of miles outside Bryson City, where you’ll see three waterfalls within a very short hike.” The trail is also one of the few routes within the park where bicycles are allowed." - Travel + Leisure Editors

Guide to Great Smoky Mountains National Park

W Deep Creek Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 Get directions

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