Mountaineer's Way Hike in the Smokies, Gatlinburg

About this activity

“The Mountaineers Way” tour is a casual stroll with a local/professional guide. Hear the stories of how the first settlers entered this area when the Native Indians were still using the land. This area was a large mountain community. We will have the opportunity to see physical structures used for farming, cemeteries, and beautiful streams along the way.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Smoky Mountain Guides

Ages: Children (1–5 years) · Youth (6–11 years) · Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Snacks

Not included

Not included: Parking Fees

Itinerary

“The Mountaineers Way” tour is a casual stroll with a local/professional guide. Hear the stories of how the first settlers entered this area when the Native Indians were still using the land. This area was a large mountain community. We will have the opportunity to see physical structures used for farming, cemeteries, and beautiful streams along the way.

Stop 1
Porters Creek Trail

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Guests will meet their guide and follow in their own car to the trailhead. The scenic drive to the trailhead takes approximately 30 minutes.

End point

Guests will meet their guide and follow in their own car to the trailhead. The scenic drive to the trailhead takes approximately 30 minutes.

Using your ticket

A parking pass from GSMNP is required for this activity. Details about the parking pass including online purchases can be found at https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/fees.htm

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
GSMNP Parking Pass Required- A parking pass from GSMNP is required for this activity. Details about the parking pass including online purchases can be found at https://www.nps.gov/grsm/planyourvisit/fees.htm