Last updated: October 10, 2025
Thing to Do
Walk Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail
NPS Photo
Overview
Wander through a cove hardwood forest with streamside views, rock walls, and historic stone chimneys on this half-mile (0.8 km) loop along a paved, flat trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Length
0.5 miles (0.8 km) roundtrip
Parking & Trailhead
Sugarlands Valley Nature Trailhead is adjacent to a small parking area with several accessible spaces along Newfound Gap Rd (US 411) near Sugarlands Visitor Center. Don't forget your parking tag.
Nearest Restroom
Alternate Hikes
- John Oliver Trail: 0.3 miles (0.5 km) roundtrip
- Gatlinburg Trail: ~4 miles (6.4 km) roundtrip
- Cataract Falls Trail
Details
Activity
Hiking
Pets Allowed
No
The Gatlinburg Trail and Oconaluftee River Trail are the two park trails where pets are permitted. Pets are also allowed in picnic areas, in campgrounds, and on roads.
Activity Fee
Yes
A parking tag is required to park in the Smokies for more than 15 minutes.
Reservations
No
Accessibility Information
This trail has been assessed using the High-Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) to provide objective information such as grade and slope. GRIT Freedom Chairs are available for free checkout on a first-come, first-served basis for trail. This trail is fully paved and flat.
Use descriptions, maps, and photos to determine which hikes are suitable for you. For information about the reservation process and other trail segments where GRIT Freedom Chairs can be used, visit the trail accessibility page.