Smokies — Mount LeConte via Alum Cave
A 5.5-mile Class 2 climb to LeConte Lodge — the classic Smokies overnight hike.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Tennessee, USA
- Country
- United States
- Biome
- Southern Appalachian spruce-fir (1,000–2,000 m)
- Best season
- April – November
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Climbing
- Caving
Key takeaways
- Biome: Southern Appalachian spruce-fir (1,000–2,000 m)
- Best season: April – November
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
A 5.5-mile Class 2 climb to LeConte Lodge — the classic Smokies overnight hike.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: April – November
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Southern Appalachian spruce-fir (1,000–2,000 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
United States
Biome
Southern Appalachian spruce-fir (1,000–2,000 m)
Difficulty
moderate
