Hike at Middle Prong

Sat Apr 25 2026 at 09:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC-04:00

Middle Prong Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park | Townsend

TennGreen Land Conservancy
Publisher/HostTennGreen Land Conservancy
Hike at Middle Prong
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Join TennGreen, Mike Smith, and the Mountain Goats for a hike past waterfalls on a beautiful trail along the Middle Prong
About this Event

Visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on this perfect opportunity to log some miles for TennGreen's sixth annual Hike-A-Thon!


Mike Smith is on the Board of Directors for Appalachian Bear Rescue and is an expert on bear behavior. Mike will share his expertise, including the history of the area, on our hike. Black bear sightings are possible!


Moderate difficulty: Hike is 5 miles out and back. Some of the trail is rocky and features moderate elevation changes, but there are no creek crossings. Consider wearing closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate attire. Bring lunch/snacks, and plenty of water.


Meet at the Townsend IGA parking lot at 7945 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, TN 37882 and caravan to the Middle Prong trailhead. Keep in mind, the drive to the Middle Prong Trailhead includes sections of gravel road.


Event is FREE to attend as part of . Registration is required.


For more information about the Middle Prong Trail, see . For any questions about the event, contact Dylan at [email protected]

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Middle Prong Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 7945 East Lamar Alexander Parkway, Townsend, United States

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