In-App Self-Guided Walking Tour to Cligmans Dome's Top

Free cancellation

Place: Gatlinburg

Duration: from 1 hour to 2 hours

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Instant confirmation

Tour with Audioguide

e-Voucher

With audioguide

Do this because

Hike the half-mile trail to the summit of Clingmans Dome
Take in panoramic mountain views from the Observation Tower
Hear true stories about the Cherokee, plane crashes, and more along the way
Walk at your own pace
Find out how this incredible mountain formed

What to expect

Your adventure commences at the Cligmans Dome Visitor Contact Station. From this point, you'll embark on a slightly over half-mile hike to the renowned Observation Tower atop Cligmans Dome. This trek is an excellent option for all skill levels, provided you can handle a gentle incline on the ascent.

As you amble along, your self-guided audio tour will provide fascinating insights into the rich history and diverse ecosystem of the Great Smoky Mountains. You'll learn about the formation of the Smokies and discover the original Cherokee name for Cligmans Dome. Additionally, you'll hear the intriguing tale of the mountaineering competition that bestowed this peak with its current name.

Following this, you'll uncover some lesser-known history of the region, from a catastrophic plane crash to a long-abandoned hidden tunnel.

Finally, you'll arrive at the Observation Tower itself, majestically situated on the heights of Cligmans Dome. From this vantage point, you'll be privy to panoramic views not only of the Great Smoky Mountains but also of seven entire states. Your compact tour concludes atop this observation tower.

Important to know

Know in advance:

This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The tour operator's app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
This tour is valid for one year - from the moment of booking. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips
This tour is an audio tour guide and not an attraction entrance ticket

Remember to bring:

It's suggested to wear comfortable shoes

What’s included

Audio-guided tour

Map

Downloadable APP

Digital guidebook

What’s not included

Food and drinks

Entrance fees

Transportation

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Clingmans Dome Trailhead Parking, Clingmans Dome Trail, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA

Meeting point:

This is a self-guided experience and not an entrance ticket. It begins at the GPS-marked starting point at Clingmans Dome Trailhead Parking, Clingmans Dome Trail, Bryson City, NC 28713, USA. Before starting your tour, download the tour operator's app, enter your unique password, and download your tour. Please ensure you have a good data or Wi-Fi connection for these steps. Once you're set up, simply follow the audio instructions and route provided.