How to get to Abrams Falls

The Beginning

From the entrance of Cades Cove in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you will travel 6.2 miles to the trailhead.  Depending on traffic, it will take approximately 27  minutes to arrive. 

A large parking area is available for hikers.  Be sure to obtain a parking permit at a park station.

Parking Tags Required

Three tag durations are available for purchase for all vehicle sizes and types:
Daily - $5
Weekly - $15
Annual - $40

Parking tags are not replaceable, refundable, transferable, or upgradable.
Each tag is valid for a single vehicle and must include a license plate number matching the vehicle in which it is displayed.
Parking tags are available for purchase both online and onsite.
Display of physical parking tags in each vehicle is required. Digital representations are not accepted.
Parking tags are not location-specific. A parking tag is required to park anywhere within the boundaries of the Smokies.
Parking tags are not required for motorists who pass through the area or who park for less than 15 minutes.
Interagency passes (senior, access, etc.) are not accepted in lieu of a parking tag.

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Restrooms

You will find restrooms at the beginning of the Abrams Falls Trail in the parking area.  Flush toilets, sinks, toilet paper, and paper towels are available for your use.

Trash

If you eat snacks along the trail, remember to bring those back to the trailhead and dispose of them.  Do not leave trash on the trail.

Wildlife

Keep you and your family/friends safe.  Do not approach any kind of wildlife, especially black bears.  They can be very dangerous.  Black bears might appear to be cute, but they can quickly attack children and adults with their giant claws and mouth.