Blue Creek Cascades: Waterfalls, Whitewater & Wild Forest
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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Step away from the busiest park corridors and into a wilder side of the Smokies. Blue Creek Cascades follows brilliant mountain water, whitewater cascades, forested trail, and a beautiful waterfall while revealing the quieter beauty of the Big Creek area.
This guided hike combines water, forest scenery, natural history, and traces of the region’s past. It is a strong choice for guests who want cascades and waterfalls but also want to explore beyond the most crowded destinations.
Best for: Waterfall lovers, moderate hikers, photographers, Big Creek visitors, and guests looking for a quieter Smoky Mountain hike.
Duration: 4.5 Hours | Difficulty: Moderate | Mileage: 4.5 | Elevation Change: 500' | Ages: All
Meeting Location: Big Creek Ranger Station
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note that, while we do our best to follow the itinerary listed, we may need to pivot due to road closures or events outside of our control. We require a minimum of 2 people to operate this tour. We operate rain or shine.
Parking Passes are not included, but required. Contact our office. info@awalkinthewoods.com
What To Expect
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
You will get to hike deep into the forest along a beautiful mountain stream
Options
Blue Creek Cascades: Waterfalls, Whitewater & Wild Forest
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
peanut butter crackers, trail mix
Professional Guide
Transportation
Gratuities
Lunch
Drinks are not provided. Bring plenty of water.
Parking Tag not included.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great hike, great guide!
ambn2016,Jun 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The views were amazing and our guide Joel was fantastic! He was knowledgeable and accommodating, told us stories of the Cherokees and the early settlers; showed us interesting rocks, plants and insects; and he seemed to know all the locals we encountered too XD. We didn’t even realize the trip was over until the parking lot showed up all a sudden… will definitely do this again!
Stunning views with reasonable effort!
melynnzylka,Jun 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The views were stunning! The walk itself was very manageable for a 63 and 24 year old. The early start meant we had certain locations all to ourselves. Our guide, Mike, from Walk in the Woods was spectacular! So informative and personable. 100% would do this again!
Excellent hike with great guide!
Mobius308,Oct 30, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip! Our guide, Lucy was great! She was fun, friendly, and knowledgeable! Everything we wanted! The whole experience was fantastic.
Great Experience
Joseph C,Aug 21, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00The experience was like no other. They water was moving and the white water was butiful. Our guide was awesome. Would use him again. We will come back again.
Serene, Divine Waterfalls coupled with good Guide
vsagarwal,May 19, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Adventurous! Definitely liked the Hike and Debbi was quite polite and calm and very detail oriented. She knew the trail like her backyard.
Celebrating with Samantha and Walk In The Woods
sharebear20,Apr 1, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sam was amazing! My husband and I visited the smokies for our birthdays and this hike was the highlight of our trip
The Best way to hike the Smokey’s
draileentrivedi,Mar 14, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We stayed in the camp for a long weekend in Fall of 2018 with this company and it made our family fall in love with the Smokey’s and with camping. The guides are all very knowledgeable and share information that is interesting for children, and adults, alike. Our guide, Mike, also has taught us some safety protocols, and some nature ‘do’s and don’ts.’ This is great for city folk that may not always know The right or safe thing to do. They cater the hikes for your ability, The weather, and it makes it very enjoyable. This company is a blessing, and we highly recommend them, and will continue to use their service. We felt very safe with regards to COVID, and the guides have good practices in place.
Great, fun hike!!!
S7463XSjohnb,Oct 18, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time! Our guide, Debbie, was a former Park Ranger so she was incredibly knowledgeable and very personable. Everything went great! Loved it!!
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