Hike to Lynn Camp Prong Cascades

This 1.4-mile (2.3-km) roundtrip hike begins at the Middle Prong Trailhead.

Bob Carr Photo

Overview

Go on a 1.4-mile (2.3-km) roundtrip woodland stroll following an old railroad bed along the Middle Prong of Little River to a dramatic cascade in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

The trail is mostly wide and flat and gently ascends through rhododendron and some cliff-like rock outcroppings, though it narrows in some sections where washouts have occured.

Length

1.4 miles (2.3 km) roundtrip

Parking

Middle Prong Trailhead at the end of Upper Tremont Road (unpaved but well-maintained)

Nearest Restroom

Townsend Visitor Center (7906 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN 37882)

Alternate Hikes

• Hike the Kephart Prong Trail: 4 miles (6.4 km) roundtrip
• Hike the Little River, Cucumber Gap, Jakes Creek Loop: 5.4 miles (8.7 km) roundtrip
• Hike to Twentymile Cascades: 1.2 miles (1.9 km) roundtrip
• Hike the Anthony Creek Trail: varying lengths

Details

Activity

Hiking

Pets Allowed

No

The Gatlinburg Trail and Oconaluftee River Trail are the only two park trails where pets are permitted. Pets are also allowed in picnic areas, in campgrounds, and on roads.

Activity Fee

Yes

A parking tag is required to park in the Smokies for more than 15 minutes.

Reservations

No

Accessibility Information

Trail is mostly wide and flat with a gentle ascent.