Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Eagle Creek Trail
| Length | about 8.6 miles as mapped by NPS |
|---|---|
| Surface | Native |
| High point | about 4,920 ft |
| Low point | about 1,730 ft |
At a glance
- Length: About 8.6 miles as mapped by the National Park Service
- Surface: Native
- Lowest point: About 1,730 feet
- Highest point: About 4,920 feet
- Along the route: Spence Field and Spence Field Shelter
Getting to the trailhead
Sugarlands Visitor Center is about 19 miles away. This is a straight-line measurement, not a driving distance.
Nearby gateway towns include Gatlinburg, Tennessee, about 21 miles away; Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, about 24 miles away; and Cherokee, North Carolina, about 25 miles away. These are straight-line distances.
The listed airports are McGhee Tyson Airport and Asheville Regional Airport.
On the trail
Eagle Creek Trail has about 8.6 miles of mapped native surface. Its estimated elevation ranges from about 1,730 feet to about 4,920 feet.
Spence Field and Spence Field Shelter are along the trail. Nearby features include Flint Gap, Big Fork Ridge, and Round Mountain Knob.
Nearby campsites include #89 Lower Ekaneetlee and #90 Lost Cove.
Before you go
Check current conditions and alerts on the park’s National Park Service website. Carry water, pack layers, follow posted rules, and leave no trace.
Questions
How long is Eagle Creek Trail?
Eagle Creek Trail is about 8.6 miles as mapped by the National Park Service.
What is the elevation of Eagle Creek Trail?
The mapped route ranges from about 1,730 feet to about 4,920 feet.
What type of surface does Eagle Creek Trail have?
The trail has a native surface.
What features are along Eagle Creek Trail?
Spence Field and Spence Field Shelter are along the mapped route.
Which campsites are near Eagle Creek Trail?
Nearby campsites include #89 Lower Ekaneetlee and #90 Lost Cove.
Nearby
Places
- Flint Gap
- #89 Lower Ekaneetlee
- Big Fork Ridge
- #90 Lost Cove
- Round Mountain Knob
On the map
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