Hike to Look Rock Tower

This 0.8-mile (1.3-km) roundtrip hike begins at the Look Rock Tower Trailhead.

Smokies Life Photo

Overview

Walk along a short, 0.8-mile (1.3-km) paved trail through the forest to an observation tower in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with panoramic views of the Smokies and Blount County, Tennessee.

This trail includes some mild to moderate inclines.

Length

0.8 mile (1.3 km) roundtrip

Parking

Across the road from a pull-out on the south side of the Foothills Parkway (other access points from Look Rock Campground and the nearby Look Rock Picnic Area)

Nearest Restroom

Look Rock Picnic Area (no restrooms at parking lot or trailhead)

Alternate Hikes

• Walk the Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail: 0.5 miles (0.8 km) roundtrip
• Walk to John Oliver Cabin: 0.3 mile (0.5 km) roundtrip
• Hike to Clingmans Dome Tower: 1 mile (1.6 km) roundtrip

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 paved but steep.