Deep Creek

Explore the Scenic Beauty

Deep Creek is known as one of the most stunning areas of North Carolina’s Great Smoky Mountains National Park and is located just a few miles from downtown Bryson City. Deep Creek is home to three cascading waterfalls - Tom Branch, Indian Creek and Juney Whank - which can all be accessed easily by venturing down the Waterfall Loop, a 2.4-mile, easy hike that passes all three falls. Other popular activities at Deep Creek including tubing, fishing, biking, horseback riding, and picnicking.

Deep Creek Trail Map

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Tubing

Ready to cool down? Grab a tube and enjoy a float through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on the crisp, cool waters of Deep Creek

Deep Creek Fishing

Deep Creek is a relatively large stream located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park just outside of Bryson City, North Carolina. Deep Creek is part of the Little Tennessee River drainage on the North Carolina side of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and flows about 15 miles before emptying into the Tuckasegee River at Bryson City. Deep Creek is one of the…

Is Deep Creek Pet Friendly?

Dogs are welcome in the campground, picnic areas, and along the roads at Deep Creek, Great Smoky Mountains National Park. However, they must be kept on a leash at all times for their safety, the protection of wildlife, and the comfort of other visitors. Dogs are not allowed on the trails at Deep Creek, nor on most hiking trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with the exception of the Oconaluftee River Trail, and the Gatlinburg Trail. Many other trails outside of the National Park ARE pet friendly. Find them here.

Hike Deep Creek Trail - The Waterfall Loop

Deep Creek Trail

The Deep Creek area is best known for its streams and waterfalls and it is a popular hike within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Hikers can take a waterfall loop hike leading to three waterfalls. Hiking: Around 2.5 miles of walking will acquaint you with beautiful Deep…

Hike Lonesome Pine Overlook Trail

Lonesome Pine Overook Trail

Explore this 6.6 mile, out and back trail, which is accessible from the Deep Creek parking lot. Generally considered a moderate to challenging route, it takes an average of 3-4 hours to complete depending on how much time you spend at the Lonesome Pine Overlook at the top. The…

Thomas Divide Trail

Thomas Divide Trail

This 11.0-mile point-to-point hiking trail can be used in both directions, with parking available at both trailheads. The trailhead closest to Bryson City can be accessed via Tom Branch Road at Deep Creek, and in this case, you will be traveling uphill. If you are parking a horse…

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