How long is Alum Cave to Mt LeConte (Smokies)?

11 miles, out & back, with about 2,800 feet of elevation gain — roughly 5 hr 4 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Alum Cave to Mt LeConte (Smokies)?

It's rated Hard. the classic climb past Alum Cave Bluffs

Where is Alum Cave to Mt LeConte (Smokies)?

Alum Cave to Mt LeConte (Smokies) is in Tennessee. the classic climb past Alum Cave Bluffs

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Alum Cave to Mt LeConte (Smokies)

Tennessee

Distance11 mi

Est. time~5 hr 4 min

Elevation gain↗ 2,800 ft

RouteOut & back

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Alum Cave to Mt LeConte (Smokies) is a hard 11-mile out & back hike in Tennessee with about 2,800 ft of elevation gain. the classic climb past Alum Cave Bluffs.

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