Grotto Falls
Old-growth hemlocks along Trillium Gap Trail lead the way to Grotto Falls, a 25 ft. wispy waterfall that gently cascades down into the clear, shallow pool below. The hike to Grotto Falls is relatively short (1.2 miles each way) and definitely worth the trip. The hike to Grotto Falls is also fairly easy, with only a 500 ft. (approx.) elevation gain.
Grotto Falls is great for wildlife lovers as well. The falls seclusion makes a great habitat for birds, deer, chipmunks and salamanders, which can usually be found in the waters exiting Grotto Falls.
Directions: Grotto Falls can be found off of the Roaring Fork Motor Trail near Gatlinburg, TN. More info below.
Waterfall Data: Grotto Falls
| Height: | 25 ft. |
| Volume: | Low |
| Access: | From the parkway in Gatlinburg, turn at traffic light #8 and follow Historic Nature Trail into Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Take Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail (no RVs or trailers; closed in winter ) to stop #5 where there is a large parking area for Trillium Gap Trailhead. |
| GPS: | 35.6739,-83.4496 |
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