Mount Cammerer Trail
terrainOutdoors - Hiking Trails

Mount Cammerer Trail

starstarstarstar½ 4.9 (2,345 reviews)
location_onGreat Smoky Mountains NP scheduleSunrise to Sunset timer6-8 hours
Date Night Hidden Gems Nature Lovers Scenic Views

About

Mount Cammerer is an 11.2-mile roundtrip strenuous hike to a historic stone fire tower with spectacular 360-degree views. The trail climbs over 3,000 feet. The fire tower, built by the CCC in the 1930s, is one of the most photographed structures in the park.

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Difficult Hike Fire Tower GSMNP Hiking Historic Scenic Views
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Address
Cosby Area, Great Smoky Mountains NP
schedule
Hours
Sunrise to Sunset
timer
Typical Visit
6-8 hours

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