This shuttle hike will begin with a meet-up at Newfound Gap in GSMNP. We will shuttle down to the Chimney Tops trailhead in as few cars as possible to begin the hike.

After 0.9 mile on the Chimney Tops Trail, we will head up the mountain for 2.4 miles on the Road Prong Trail. The Road Prong Trail is wet, rocky, steep, and beautiful. We will enjoy the cascades and cool water on a hot August day. At the junction with the Appalachian Trail, we will hike 1.7 miles back to our cars at Newfound Gap. Drivers with cars at Chimney Tops trailhead will be dropped off by drivers heading back down the TN side.

You WILL get your feet wet! Water shoes are suggested for creek walking or crossings (possibly 12!).

Total mileage is 5 miles (mostly uphill). Rated moderate.

Meet at Newfound Gap (back of the parking lot) and be ready to go at 9:00 am.

Leader: Lynn Kszos, lynnkszos@gmail.com, 865-405-0755.