Gregory Bald Trail
terrainOutdoors - Hiking Trails

Gregory Bald Trail

starstarstarstar½ 4.8 (1,567 reviews)
location_onGreat Smoky Mountains NP scheduleSunrise to Sunset timer6-8 hours
Date Night Hidden Gems Nature Lovers Scenic Views

About

Gregory Bald is an 11-mile roundtrip strenuous hike to one of the parks most famous grassy balds. Known worldwide for its spectacular flame azalea display in mid-June. Offers panoramic 360-degree views. The steep climb gains over 3,000 feet in elevation.

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Azaleas Difficult Hike GSMNP Hiking Scenic Views Wildflowers
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Address
Cades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains NP
schedule
Hours
Sunrise to Sunset
timer
Typical Visit
6-8 hours

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