If you’ve ever made your way to Cades Cove in the summertime, then you’re going to fall head over heels for its absolutely beauty in the winter. As Tennesseans, we know that most folks like to attribute our state to the south – which is correct. What is NOT correct is the idea that we never ever get snow or deal with chilly, freezing temperatures. Bundle up and enjoy a hike to a winter wonderland – we’re sure you’ll love it.
James Donavan - Flickr There are over 80 hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains, but it’s the Cades Cove loop that we find one of the most stunning in the winter - it’s also one of the most safe for conditions.
Doug Haase - Flickr In case you need a refresher, here’s Cades Cove in the midst of the summer. Colorful, vast and completely stunning, it’s a place that provides a true glimpse of beauty.
Jclifton - Flickr As the year grows colder and the vegetation begins to die, Cades Cove changes just a bit. There’s a bleakness to the beauty, don’t you think? A bit bleak, but still lovely.
Sarath Kuchi - Flickr Here you can see a dusting of snow as Cades Cove gets ready to dive straight into winter. The most popular trails that begin in Cades Cove are the short Cades Cove Nature Trail and Abrams Falls Trail, which is a five-mile round trip.
Bryan Sherwood - Flickr Brrr - can you feel the chill? The natural area is open all year ‘round, and continues to be one of the most widely visited places in the park. Cades Cove is known for its extensive loveliness and photogenic aspects.
Ernest Duffoo - Flickr We feel a bit cold, but we would DEFINITELY trade places with this girl right here. She’s hanging out in a pretty beautiful spot. It’s interesting to see how the valley changes so drastically with the change of seasons.
JClifton59 - Flickr If you’re lucky, you can hop in your car, warm up your hands and enjoy a nice 11-mile drive around the valley, known as Cades Cove Loop.
jclifton59 - Flickr This is truly a wintry trip you’ll never forget, and one that should be revisited over and over and over again. All you need is something warm to drink, right?
A hike to Cades Cove is pretty magical, don’t you think? There’s awesome Tennessee hiking to be had, even in the wintertime. Check out a bit more of our southern winter wonderland!
James Donavan - Flickr
There are over 80 hikes in the Great Smoky Mountains, but it’s the Cades Cove loop that we find one of the most stunning in the winter - it’s also one of the most safe for conditions.
Doug Haase - Flickr
In case you need a refresher, here’s Cades Cove in the midst of the summer. Colorful, vast and completely stunning, it’s a place that provides a true glimpse of beauty.
Jclifton - Flickr
As the year grows colder and the vegetation begins to die, Cades Cove changes just a bit. There’s a bleakness to the beauty, don’t you think? A bit bleak, but still lovely.
Sarath Kuchi - Flickr
Here you can see a dusting of snow as Cades Cove gets ready to dive straight into winter. The most popular trails that begin in Cades Cove are the short Cades Cove Nature Trail and Abrams Falls Trail, which is a five-mile round trip.
Bryan Sherwood - Flickr
Brrr - can you feel the chill? The natural area is open all year ‘round, and continues to be one of the most widely visited places in the park. Cades Cove is known for its extensive loveliness and photogenic aspects.
Ernest Duffoo - Flickr
We feel a bit cold, but we would DEFINITELY trade places with this girl right here. She’s hanging out in a pretty beautiful spot. It’s interesting to see how the valley changes so drastically with the change of seasons.
JClifton59 - Flickr
If you’re lucky, you can hop in your car, warm up your hands and enjoy a nice 11-mile drive around the valley, known as Cades Cove Loop.
jclifton59 - Flickr
This is truly a wintry trip you’ll never forget, and one that should be revisited over and over and over again. All you need is something warm to drink, right?
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