About
Length (round trip)1 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain200 ft up
Typical time30 min
TrailheadLook Rock, Foothills Parkway
SurfacePaved path
Best seasonApril to June for wildflowers, mid-October for fall colour. High elevations are cold and icy from November to March.
DogsNot allowed
AccessibilityTrail is paved but steep.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views

Overview Walk 0.8 miles (1.3 km) on a short, paved trail through the forest to an observation tower in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and Blount County, Tennessee. This trail includes some mild to moderate inclines. Length 0.8 miles (1.3 km) roundtrip Parking & Trailhead Look Rock Tower Trailhead is on the south side of the road across from a pull-out on Foothills Parkway West between mile markers 14 and 15 (other access points from Look Rock Campground and the nearby Look Rock Picnic Area ). Don't forget your parking tag . Nearest Restroom Look Rock Picnic Area (no restrooms at parking lot or trailhead) Alternate Hikes Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail : 0.5 miles (0.8 km) roundtrip John Oliver Cabin : 0.3 miles (0.5 km) roundtrip Kuwohi : 1 mile (1.6 km) roundtrip

Tips
The view takes in the whole northwest face of the Smokies and out over the Tennessee valley. Excellent at sunset and rarely busy.
Location

Look Rock, Foothills Parkway

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