Abrams Falls - Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Waterfall · Tennessee
ℹ️ Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
A 20-foot waterfall in Cades Cove with a broad plunge pool that draws swimmers despite the park's warnings about its powerful, deceptive currents. Abrams Falls has a tragic drowning history - only the strongest swimmers should enter, and never near the falls' base. The hike in through old-growth forest is spectacular regardless.
Good to know
| Water type | Waterfall |
|---|---|
| Depth | deep plunge pool |
| Best season | May-September |
| Fees | Free; park entrance fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | Daylight hours |
| Parking | Abrams Falls trailhead lot |
| County | Blount County |
| Nearest town | Townsend |
| Safety notes | DANGEROUS currents; multiple drownings; swim far from falls base if at all |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Abrams Falls - Great Smoky Mountains National Park require reservations?
No reservations are required at Abrams Falls - Great Smoky Mountains National Park based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Abrams Falls - Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
Reported fee info: Free; park entrance fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Abrams Falls - Great Smoky Mountains National Park?
The best season is typically May-September.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026