Coincidentally, on our most recent hike, we saw a trail of blood leading from the base of the waterfall, all the way back to the footbridge - a distance of roughly one hundred feet or so. It's pretty safe to assume that someone injured themselves after slipping on the wet rocks surrounding the waterfall.
After crossing the footbridge at the trailhead, hikers should turn left to proceed towards the waterfall. A turn to the right at this junction would lead you over to the Oliver Place.
The path leading from Cades Cove to the waterfall weaves around the ridges that predominate in this area, all the while roughly following Abrams Creek. The route traverses through pine-oak forest along the ridge tops, while passing through rhododendron and hemlock forests closer to the creek. To me, I think this is arguably one of the most scenic forest hikes in the Smokies.
Although much of the trail travels alongside Abrams Creek, the creek is mostly inaccessible due to thick rhododendron growth. If you're lucky, however, you might spot an otter in or near the water. Between and park biologists released river otters as part of a successful effort to reintroduce the species within the park. To underscore the historical significance of this project, the Cherokee word for Cades Cove happens to be "Tsiyahi", which means "place of the otter".
At roughly nine-tenths of a mile from the trailhead you'll begin to notice several downed trees alongside the trail.
In April of a massive tornado, categorized as an EF-4 with maximum wind speeds ranging between and miles per hour, and an estimated maximum path width of one mile, ripped through the western end of Cades Cove and downed more than trees in the area. As a result, the Abrams Falls Trail was closed for a month as crews worked to clear trees blocking the path.
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S - read more Cabins by Bedroom. Cabins by Amenity. Cabins by City. Pets and bicycles are prohibited on the trail. Do not climb on rocks around the waterfall. Over the years, several people have fallen to their deaths and many others have suffered serious injuries from climbing on rocks near waterfalls or along the riverbanks.
These rocks are slippery due to mist and algae. Closely supervise children at all times. Black bears are sometimes active in this area. Pets are not allowed on this trail. Learn more about pet restrictions in the park. Explore This Park. Info Alerts Maps Calendar Reserve.
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