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Rainbow Falls NC – Strenuous Waterfall Hike in the Smokies

Tall waterfall in a forested gorge in the Great Smoky Mountains
Rainbow Falls Trailhead, Cherokee Orchard Road, Gatlinburg, TN

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Trail Overview

Rainbow Falls covers 5.6 mi round trip, rated strenuous. It leads to a waterfall, about 1,500 feet of elevation gain.

Where It Is

This trail is part of the the Great Smoky Mountains hikes covered on WNCTrails.

Good to Know

Always check current trail, parking, and access conditions with the managing agency before you go — conditions can change with weather and season.

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