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This picnic area used to be a campground many years ago but was turned into a picnic area only and it is absolutely beautiful. The cold mountain stream that runs through the picnic grounds is a sure draw for any child. Bears are known to frequent the area so you have to be bear aware but what a thrill to see one. One thing to keep in mind is that fed bears become problem bears and that can bring an early end to a bear's life. Please don't feed them and watch from a distance. The GSMNP is not Disney World. It is a wild environment.…
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Date of experience: October 2020
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Be prepared for constant weather changes. Pack light and take plenty of water and snacks. Wear good hiking shoes and use trekking poles. Start earlier than you think you should and enjoy the best hiking trail in the Smokies.
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Date of experience: November 2020
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Nice picnic area near the river. Good photo ops, but really busy. People were playing in the water, picnicing and taking pictures-fun place for a stop
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Date of experience: October 2020
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We picnicked there prior to our Alum Cave hike. Perfect! Has flush toilets. We were there on a weekday, so it wasn't crowded.
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Date of experience: September 2020
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