Great Smoky Mountains: Hidden Cascade Hiking Tour
4.9
175 Ratings
Gatlinburg
Experience the hidden beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains on a guided hiking tour. Discover cascading waterfalls, stunning views, and rich cultural history. Book now!
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Cherokee Orchard Road - Hike on a quiet trail down to a beautiful cascade. Along the way we’ll learn the fascinating natural and human history of the Smokies, glimpse some beautiful views and explore how a forest recovers after a fire. This hike is considered moderate with some strenuous parts.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • Snacks
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities are appreciated for good service.
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Rain Gear - We do have emergency ponchos on hand if needed.
  • Parking Tag not included. Contact us or purchase here: www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP2510
Additional Information

Important: All vehicles making a stop of more than 15 minutes at The Great Smoky Mountains National Park must have a parking pass. Daily or weekly passes can be purchased at this link: https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP2510. The park is renowned for its vast array of plant and animal species, ample cultural heritage, beautiful waterfalls, and breathtaking scenery. Join our 4-hour guided tour, conducted in small groups of no more than 11 people, for an intimate and crowd-free experience. This tour is not for the faint-hearted, as it involves challenging climbs and descents on the trail, as well as leaping over rocks in the creeks. Our guides are all Wilderness First Responder certified and are trained in non-lethal bear deterrent tactics for your safety and security. Please select from two available departure times at the time of booking.

  • This tour requires a 2 person minimum to operate. If you are traveling solo, you may join into an existing tour or pay the 2 person rate.
  • Children’s minimum age is 8 years old.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please bring: At least 64oz of water per person, sunscreen, and good walking shoes. If you have good rain gear or a favored walking stick, please bring these too.
  • It is suggested at least one day pack to carry your gear. If you need us to, one can be provided with advance notice.
  • You will be provided nut-based snacks (trail mix and peanut butter crackers). If you might have nut allergies, or do not enjoy the taste of nuts, please bring your own light snack.
  • Gratuity of 10-20% is recommended
Location
Nantahala Outdoor Center Gatlinburg
Parkway
Meet in front of the stairs. From here you will follow the guide in your own vehicle. Please note: The GSMNP will require parking tags for any vehicle stopping longer than 15 minutes. You can purchase your daily or weekly parking tag here: https://www.recreation.gov/activitypass/AP2510.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Travelbunny91
Mar 12, 2024
Fun hike - Great guide. We thought the hike was fairly easy. My son and I are runners age 20 and 62. My concerns are about falling and felt this hike had a nice mix of traversing terrain and beauty. I feel our guide would have adapted the hike for beginners. However come prepared.
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C9900fljeffr
Feb 26, 2024
Great hike! - Amazing hike. Our tour guy was super knowledgeable and enjoys what he does! We will for sure be looking to book another one in the future!
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Beepbeepboop
Feb 23, 2024
Well worth it. - Well worth it. We are city people and wanted a knowledgeable guide to take us a bit deeper into the park than we might go by ourselves. We enjoyed a beautiful day along the trail, the river, saw deer, visited a beautiful waterfall. Debbie was a terrific guide and companion, teaching us about the history, wildlife and foliage along our hike. Recommend.
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Ann_t
Sep 30, 2023
Debbie was a wonderful... - Debbie was a wonderful tour guide. She was knowledgeable and real. We had a great time and learned a lot. Beautiful sites to see in the Smokies!
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Lambe64
Sep 1, 2023
Great tour with TJ - Great hike! Tour guide TJ was very knowledgeable and entertaining as well! Terrain was a bit challenging but distance and elevation was very manageable. Beautiful water views. Highly recommend!
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Chris
Aug 19, 2023
Beautiful Hike-Moderate Skill Level - As a novice hiker, this is not an easy hike. Our guide was very patient, as we were late to begin with and then I held up the group, taking much more time to do the hike than others. But he always stopped to let us catch up. Since we were in the back, we didn’t hear everything, but our guide did stop and talk about the area, which we appreciated. It’s a beautiful hike and well worth your time. Just make sure you can do a more strenuous hike. Obviously it’s on a mountain, so its downhill and uphill, on uneven terrain. The uphill was killer for me. Would I do it again, Yes, Yes, Yes, however, I will make sure I am in better shape by doing several flights of stairs before I go again. Thanks for a lasting memory!!
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Gasloli
Jul 13, 2023
Happy Hikers! - We were surprised to learn this was a private tour. Our guide TJ couldn’t be more patient, knowledgeable, friendly and respectful!!! You’d be lucky to have him be your guide. He turned an ordinary hike into an extraordinary experience!!! He quickly spotted things we would have missed and shared historical, cultural and botanical stories with us. Don’t miss this hike with TJ!
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Kimberley
Jul 7, 2023
Hidden cascade hike - Corian was an excellent guide full of interesting information about the trees, flora, animals and history of the Great Smokey Mountains. She was well equipped and knew the terrain. Can’t wait to do another hike very soon.
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Mobile02778917370
Jul 5, 2023
Making memories - Our guide Tj was fabulous. He shared some great information with us about plants, animals and the history of the area. We spotted 3 salamanders and a ton of mushrooms even some bright orange ones. We would recommend this hike great memories we’re made.
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Sbarrett5
Sep 23, 2023
Walk in the woods - Great experience. Got to see a bear, wild turkeys, and a white tale deer. Our guide took the time to explain some of the habitat so we could catch our breath. Would recommend being I good physical condition to walk the uneven trails. Had a great time.
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