Abrams Falls in GSMNP

GPS

35.591122, -83.852423 - Open in Google Maps
Distance
2.5 miles - One-Way
Difficulty
3 / 5
Kid-Friendly
3 / 5 - Long hike with lots of elevation change. Also, lots of rocks at the falls.
Camping
No - No camping along the trail, but there's plenty in the park.
Fee Area
No - Smokies are free. :)

Pros

Abrams Falls is one of the most popular family hikes in the park, and this is for good reason.
The trail is designed to accommodate lots of hikers, so it is very wide.
The trail has a few good views from a higher elevation before it decends again down to the actual Abrams Falls.
There are several pathways from the trail to the creek allowing you to enjoy the creek as you make your way to the waterfall.
The waterfall area has several locations for you to sit and enjoy the experience before you decide to head back.

This hike is very popular, so avoid it if you are looking for solitude. There will be people everywhere.
It will be difficult to impossible to get a shot of the waterfall without a bunch of people getting in your shot.