Surrounded by mountains, Cades Cove is an isolated ... black bears and wild turkeys. Several hiking trails, including one to Abrams Falls, begin here. Longer hikes, including Thunderhead Mountain ...

home to the oldest cemetery in Cades Cove. After that, you can access hiking trails like the Abrams Falls Trail, a 5-mile, out-and-back route that begins near stop #10. Bring your bear spray and ...

Some also advised using hiking poles ... many agreed this trail is less crowded than others in the park. The trailhead is located past the No. 10 stop on the Cades Cove Loop Road.