Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Flat Creek Trail

This is a beautiful day-hike traveling 2.5 miles and changing elevations of only 400 feet. The trail is considered moderate and has only a few slippery, steep spots. The trail is located near the Balsam Mountain Campground making this a great side trip for campers.

Contact Information:

The Great Smoky Mountains, 107 Park Headquarters Road , Gatlinburg, TN, 37738, Phone: 423-436-1200

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 107 Park Headquarters Road , Gatlinburg, TN, 37738, Phone: 423-436-1200

Directions

Directions from Blue Ridge Parkway, NC: From Milepost 458, travel north on Balsam Mountain Road about 4 miles to the trailhead. Balsam Mountain Road is routinely closed during the winter months.