Hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains
The Great Smoky Mountains are a
fantastic place to vacation. In and around the
Smoky Mountains are two great cites called
Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Both of these cities
are filled with many cabin rentals. The next time
you visit Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge cabins, hike
some of the great trails the Smoky Mountains have to
offer. To help make your hike in the Smoky Mountains
better, remember these tips when hiking in and
around Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky
Mountains...
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Always hike with another
person or other people
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Always have water
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Always carry a small
flashlight
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Remember that all water
taken from the backcountry should be treated
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Let someone else know where
you will be hiking and what time you plan to
return
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Wear appropriate hiking
shoes
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Carry a small first-aid kit
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Be very aware of weather
conditions and know that they can change at any
time
Leave any plants, rocks,
animals, etc. where you find them. All planets,
animals, rocks, etc. in the park are protected. Keep
in mind that these things may be pretty but future
guests would also like to enjoy them as much as you
did. Feeding animals and poaching is prohibited.
Fishing is permitted but you must check all
regulations before you fish.
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Damaging, picking, or
digging of plants is not allowed. There could be
up to a $5,000 fine and up to 6 months in prison
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Feeding or disturbing
wildlife can also have a $5,000 fine and up to 6
months in prison
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Pets are NOT allowed on
park trails. However, in some specified areas
they can allowed only IF they are on a leash
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Camping is only permitted
in the designated areas
Remember these rules and you
will have an enjoyable hike in the Great Smoky
Mountains and a great stay in a Gatlinburg or Pigeon
Forge cabin rental.
Hiking Trails of the Great Smoky
Mountains
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