Join us as we explore the wildlife within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, one of the most biologically diverse eco-systems in the world. Discover more than 100,000 species of plants and animals including bears, beavers, river otter, elk, salamanders, eagles, and owls.
Duration: 1.5 hours • Why Go: Great introduction to the plants and animals that live within the Smokys. This tour sticks to the flat and wide trails, making this trip ideal for families with young children. Young or young at heart, there are so many plants, animals, and scientific concepts to discover that you’ll be talking about your experience for years to come. Cost: $15 for each person. Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: Hands on activities, wildlife discussions, and plant identification are just a few of the ways you’ll connect with the nature on this trip. There are so many plants, animals, and scientific concepts to discover that you’ll want to take this trip year-after-year. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: Half Day (4 to 5 hours) & Full Day (6 to 7 hours)• Why Go: A longer version of the Smoky Mountains Nature Walk, you get a closer look at the diversity of the Park's ecosystem. Hands on activities, wildlife discussions, and plant identification are just a few of the ways you’ll connect with the nature on this trip. There are so many plants, animals, and scientific concepts to discover that you’ll want to take this trip year-after-year. Cost: Half Day ($54 for each adult. $29 for each child.) or Full Day ($74 for each adult.). Need to Know: Children are welcome to participate in the half day tours. Full day tours are for adults (15 or older). No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: Hands on activities, wildlife discussions, and plant identification are just a few of the ways you’ll connect with the nature on this trip. There are so many plants, animals, and scientific concepts to discover that you’ll want to take this trip year-after-year. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: Hands on activities, wildlife discussions, and plant identification are just a few of the ways you’ll connect with the nature on this trip. There are so many plants, animals, and scientific concepts to discover that you’ll want to take this trip year-after-year. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: Half Day (4 to 5 hours) & Full Day (6 to 7 hours)• Why Go: A longer version of the Highlands Nature Walk, you get a closer look at the diversity of the Park's ecosystem. Hands on activities, wildlife discussions, and plant identification are just a few of the ways you’ll connect with the nature on this trip. There are so many plants, animals, and scientific concepts to discover that you’ll want to take this trip year-after-year. Cost: Half Day ($54 for each adult. $29 for each child.) or Full Day ($74 for each adult.). Need to Know: Children (10 years of age and younger) are welcome to participate in the half day tours. Full day tours are for adults (15 or older). No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
More than nature or history, these tours offer something for everyone. Everyone love a good ghost story -- WHAT WAS THAT! -- or a spectacular view of the stars. Maybe a romantic sunset walk is what you had in mind. What ever your interest, don't miss these great tours.
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: What a great way to end your day. Take your family on a mysterious walk through the dark forest. A little spooky, a bit campy, and certainly entertaining. You’ll still be telling your friends about the experience years from now. This tour brings out the kid in all of us. Cost: $36 for each adult. $22 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2 hours • Why Go: Combine an ancient practice with an ancient place and you get a breathtaking, life affirming experience. Don’t hesitate! Ditch the gym’s recorded sounds of nature for the real thing and discover yoga the way it was meant to be practiced – outside, surrounded by wildlife, water, and wilderness. Cost: $45 for each adult. Need to Know: Adults (15 years of age and older) welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: As the moon rises high into the heavens, the forest and its inhabitants awaken. This is the best time of day to spot black bears, cottontail rabbits, red fox, and many more. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: With little light pollution affecting the park, a clear night offers extraordinary stargazing opportunities. Find the constellations that dot the dark night sky and discover their meanings, origins, and myths associated with them. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: There is nothing like the feeling of the warm rays of an Appalachian sunrise from one of the park’s many ridges. Not to mention the opportunity to beat the crowds and the rising temperature during the late spring and summer months. If you're looking to beat the heat and add the crowds this is the tour for you. The guides focus on the wildlife and encourage each group to bask in the rays of a new day and have a great time. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: There is nothing like the sight of an Appalachian sunset from one of the park’s many ridges. Not to mention the temperature drops and the wind lies down as dusk approaches. If you're looking to beat the heat and add a little romance to your vacation this is the tour for you. The guides focus on the wildlife and encourage each group to relax and have a great time. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Looking for a unique experience? American Hikes can design a custom hiking tour just for you. With more than 800 miles of trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, there is a hiking experience for every activity level, location, duration, and budget.
For more information or to setup your custom trip, please contact our reservations center at (828) 488-6688.
Dedicated in 1940, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park preserves a rich natural & human history spanning thousands of years. Step back in time to rediscover the historic structures, landscapes, and artifacts that tell the stories of the people, plants, and animals that once called these mountains home.
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: The history of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park spans more than seventy five years. However, the story of the Road to Nowhere is a unique and important look into what we as a nation gained through the sacrifice by those who once called these mountains home. Don't miss this essential perspective of the creation of the Park. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: Half Day (4 to 5 hours) • Why Go: Indulge in the quite serenity, and rich history here. The valley is surrounded by 6000-foot peaks that are protected by the National Park, a rarity in a country plagued with over development. You’ll enjoy the open fields, gazing elk, and the informative tales waiting to be discovered in Cataloochee. Cost: Half Day ($54 for each adult. $29 for each child -10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
From Waterfalls to Fall Colors, many of the Parks extraordinary features can only be experienced during certain seasons. Waterfalls in the Spring, Wildflowers in Spring and Summer, and don't forget the changing colors in the fall.
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: The Smokys are home to more wildflower diversity than any other North American national park. Wildflowers bloom spring thru summer, offering an extended viewing period and an ever-changing array of blossoms. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: The waterfalls of the Smokys are some of the most magnificent displays of cascading water you’ll find on east of the Mississippi. Unravel the complex system behind the park’s seemingly endless flowing brooks, streams, and rivers This tour take you to a variety of falls and cascades. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours • Why Go: More than just beautiful vistas, this tour examines the science behind the splendor. One of our most popular tours, Fall Colors departs in October and November each year. Space is limited. Advance reservations are highly recommended. Cost: $34 for each adult. $19 for each child (10 years of age and younger). Need to Know: All ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Reservations are required. • Learn more...
Private Groups: A guided nature walk or history hike is perfect for any size group. Tours are customized based on age, activity level, tour duration, trail length, and theme. No experience is required.
Consider American Hikes for your next group outing. Hiking tours are great for school groups, girl & boy scouts, outdoor clubs, corporate events & meetings, and weddings.
For more information, please contact our reservations center at (828) 488-6688.
Destination Management Companies: We often work with DMCs to create a one-of-a-kind experience for your clients. If you are working with a group that is interested in arranging an outdoor experience that can be enjoyed by everyone, consider a guided nature walk or history hike. Groups of all sizes, activity levels, and ages are welcome. No experience is required.
For more information, please contact our reservations center at (828) 488-6688.
