S.C.A.R. (Smokies Challenge Adventure Run)
An stunning section of the Appalachian Trail idolized by trail and ultra runners.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 115 km
- Ascent
- 5.2 km
- Descent
- 5.1 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
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Routes in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Lake Junaluska -> Max Patch Epic Gravel Grind
An epic ride from Waynesville to Max Patch with plenty of gravel roads, epic views, and camping opportunities.
Extreme Road Biking
- Distance
- 117 km
- Ascent
- 2.8 km
- Descent
- 2.8 km
Elkmont Loop
An epic one or two night backcountry loop starting at the Elkmont Campground.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 40 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 1.6 km
Noland Divide -> Deep Creek Overnight Loop
An epic day trip or overnight hike looping Deep Creek, Pole Road, and Noland Divide.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 29 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
Smokies High Peaks Multi-Day Hike
An epic 2 - 3 night overnight hike showcasing some of the best mountaintop views in the Smokies!
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 51 km
- Ascent
- 2.8 km
- Descent
- 2.8 km
Rainbow Falls
A challenging, yet rewarding hike to the highest waterfall in the Smokies!
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 8.5 km
- Ascent
- 543 m
- Descent
- 543 m
Grotto Falls
A short hike to a picturesque 25' waterfall that you can walk behind!
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 4.1 km
- Ascent
- 197 m
- Descent
- 196 m
Cataract Falls
A quick family-friendly waterfall hike behind the Sugarlands Visitor Center.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 471 m
- Ascent
- 3 m
- Descent
- 3 m
Hen Wallow Falls
A stunning 90' waterfall that spreads from 2' at the top, to 20' at its base.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 7 km
- Ascent
- 318 m
- Descent
- 318 m
Mount Sterling Loop
An epic backcountry trail run to an abandoned mountain top fire tower resting at 5,850'.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 27 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.3 km
Mount Kephart / Charlies Bunion Loop
A epic trail run with spectacular views from Charlies Bunion and the iconic "Jump Off" on the AT.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 24 km
- Ascent
- 1.3 km
- Descent
- 1.3 km
Hemphill Bald Loop
A classic 13-mile trail run loaded with views, plus the potential to view the famous elk herd that roams throughout the Smokies.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 21 km
- Ascent
- 903 m
- Descent
- 906 m
Smokies High Peaks
An epic tour of the Smokies reserved for the most adventurous trail runners.
Severe Trail Running
- Distance
- 51 km
- Ascent
- 2.8 km
- Descent
- 2.8 km
Blue Ridge Parkway: Pisgah Region
The southernmost section of the Blue Ridge Parkway including Waterrock Knob, Black Balsam Knob, Graveyard Fields, Mount Pisgah, Asheville, Craggy Gardens, and Mount Mitchell.
Difficult Road Biking
- Distance
- 213 km
- Ascent
- 4.9 km
- Descent
- 5.4 km
Lake Junaluska -> Max Patch Epic Gravel Grind
An epic ride from Waynesville to Max Patch with plenty of gravel roads, epic views, and camping opportunities.
Difficult Gravel Biking
- Distance
- 117 km
- Ascent
- 2.8 km
- Descent
- 2.8 km
Waterrock Knob
A short hike to an overlook above the Waterrock Knob Visitor Center.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 1.6 km
- Ascent
- 144 m
- Descent
- 144 m