Chestnut Top Trail
terrainOutdoors - Hiking Trails

Chestnut Top Trail

starstarstarstar½ 4.4 (543 reviews)
location_onGreat Smoky Mountains NP scheduleSunrise to Sunset timer3-4 hours
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About

Hike 5.6 miles roundtrip on a trail that climbs steadily through mixed hardwood forest to a ridgetop where American chestnut trees were once abundant. Fall leaf color and plentiful spring wildflowers remain a draw on this trail. Less crowded than popular trails.

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Address
Townsend Area, Great Smoky Mountains NP
schedule
Hours
Sunrise to Sunset
timer
Typical Visit
3-4 hours

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