The 3-Mile Baskins Creek Falls Trail In Tennessee Takes You Through The Enchanting Great Smoky Mountains

A hike doesn’t have to be extensively long for it to be challenging, and it also doesn’t have to be hard to show off some of the most beautiful views in the Great Smoky Mountains. Baskins Creek Falls is a trail that’s found just outside of Gatlinburg, Tennessee, within close proximity to a large number of resorts and hotels. Although it will challenge you slightly, it’s a great hike for families and experienced outdoors folk looking to fall in love with the beauty of Tennessee all over again.

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The 3-mile hike to Baskins Creek Falls is known for featuring lush greenery through the forest as well as a gushing waterfall. You can locate the trail along the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail.

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Keep in mind that though the trail is on the shorter side, it still will make you sweat! You'll gain 953 feet in elevation along the entirety of your trip. That's a solid increase! Make sure you bring enough water to get you through the hike.

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Despite the elevation gain, the trail is still considered moderate to easy. After all, Baskins Creek Falls Trail is famous for being one of the best spots to picnic in the Great Smoky Mountains.

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You'll begin your hike with a short climb, but the terrain will level out about a quarter of a mile into your hike. You'll have the chance to view some of the hike's most beautiful vistas very early on!

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You'll cross both Baskins Creek and Roaring Fork Motor Trail, but at the trail's mid-section you'll have the chance to view a 40-foot, two-tiered waterfall. Can't you just imagine enjoying your lunch under its cool gaze, half of your adventure done and dusted?

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Visitors claim that the trail is both challenging and beautiful, perhaps one of the lesser-known trails in the Great Smoky Mountains but truly one of the best.

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Have you hiked to Baskins Creek Falls? Will you be visiting? If you find yourself in Gatlinburg, this is one adventure you don't want to miss!

What a beautiful hike! Have you made it out to Baskins Creek Falls yourself? Make sure you leave your tips and tricks for Tennessee hiking in the comments below, and if you’re looking for more information you can find it here.

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