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Clingmans Dome Observation Tower via Clingmans Dome Trail

based on 15 tracks & routes #45 hike out of 614 in
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1.1 mi
Distance
32 min
Time
terrain
348 ft
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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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    6 months, 1 week 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
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    user_profile
    2 years, 9 months ago
    Steep incline walk to the dome with fantastic views.
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    3 years ago
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