Alum Cave Trail to Mount Le Conte

The shortest but steepest standard ascent to Mount Le Conte and its high-elevation viewpoints.

Country
United States
Region
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee/North Carolina
Distance
approximately 17.7 km round trip
Typical duration
6–9 hours
Difficulty
Challenging
Best season
Late spring through autumn; winter for experienced hikers only
Trail type
Out and back

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