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Autumn color in the Smokies changes by elevation, weather, and timing. Fall Color Quest is designed to follow the best color of the day, whether that means glowing streamside forests, colorful hardwood coves, quiet trails, or higher-elevation views.
With an experienced guide, guests can enjoy fall foliage without guessing where to go or fighting only the most crowded roadside stops. This seasonal guided hike blends autumn scenery with natural history, forest ecology, and local insight into one of the most beautiful times of year in the Smokies.
Transportation is included with this tour. Pick up from a downtown Gatlinburg hotel or the Sugarlands Visitors Center
Best for: Fall visitors, photographers, couples, families, leaf peepers, and guests who want help finding peak Smoky Mountain color.
Duration: 3-4 Hours | Difficulty: Easy to Moderate | Mileage: Variable | Elevation Change: Variable | Ages: 6+
Meeting Location: Gatlinburg Hotel Pick up or Sugarlands Visitors Center
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet our guests at the Sugarland's Visitors Center in front of the benches by the Flag Pole. If we are picking you up from here, you will need a parking tag.
Itinerary
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1Sugarlands Visitors Center
Meet your guide at the Sugarland's Visitors Center for your hiking tour to experience the wonders of a Smoky Mountain Fall!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Pass by)
Experience the wonders of a Smoky Mountain Fall! Where we go during the tour will depend on where the best Fall color is at the time of your tour. Fall color starts in the high elevations and moves down the mountain. At the beginning of the Fall color season, we will go to places up high. This could include Kuwohi, Newfound Gap, etc. Mid season, we will seek out a mid elevation hike and at the end of the Fall color season, we will hike at low elevations
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please note that, while we do our best to follow the itinerary listed, we may need to pivot due to road closures or events outside of our control. We require a minimum of 2 people to operate this tour. We operate rain or shine.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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