Best Smoky Mountains Hikes For Kids

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Gatlinburg

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Laurel Falls

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Gatlinburg Trail

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Little Brier Gap Trail to Walker Sisters Home

Easy hike accessed from the Little Greenbrier School parking from April-November.

Tremont on Middle Prong Trail

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Clingmans Dome Observation Tower Trail

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