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Clingmans Dome Observation Tower via Clingmans Dome Trail

Clingmans Dome Observation Tower via Clingmans Dome Trail(edit)

based on 15 tracks & routes | |

EASY

#45 hike out of 614 in Great Smoky Mountains National Park |

EASY

1.1 mi

Distance

32 min

Time

348 ft

Elev Gain

Overview

This is a easy out and back trail to Clingmans Dome Observation Tower in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

This trail goes by Clingmans Dome.

This is an alternate route for Clingmans Dome Loop.

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★★★★★

Mark Waterstradt 2 years, 11 months ago

This is a short hike on a completely paved path. Goes about .5 miles one way, but it is a steady uphill hike to the dome. Didn’t get to see much due to the fog, but that is the risk of doing this in the morning

★ ★ ★

DarkJetboil7617 5 years, 2 months ago

Steep incline walk to the dome with fantastic views.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

WiseSkis7915 5 years, 6 months ago

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

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