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  3. …West and Mountains
  4. …Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  5. Elkmont
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A wonderful family-friendly Waterfall hike. This Paved Trail travels 1.3 miles one way, and drops you off at the 80 foot high Laurel Falls. This is a great hike for those with strollers, and children.

Short Hike: Parking at trailhead - take the Laurel Falls Trail.

Family Friendly: Paved Trail.

Gem Type: Waterfall
Shared by:
Mike Teeter

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Sep 16, 2021
Amy Sprunck
We did it. In the rain! I'm exhausted!
Aug 28, 2021
Erin LaFon
Aug 26, 2021
John Silvers
Keep
Aug 19, 2021
Stacey Markovic
Steep up but beautiful falls
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Alex Springer
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smoky trip

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