Laurel Fork Gorge

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Trail Overview

The Appalachian Trail travels through Laurel Fork Gorge, rarely straying far from Laurel Fork Creek. Probably the most popular hiking destination is Laurel Fork Falls, a 50' cascading waterfall. There are AT access points at both the NW end of the gorge (Hampton) and SE (Dennis Cove).

How to get there

Hampton

1. From Elizabethton, go southeast on US 321 through Hampton for 1 mile
2. Look for parking area on the right 36.28542,-82.15211

Dennis Cove

1. From Elizabethton, go southeast on US 321 through Hampton for .8 miles
2. Turn right (south) on FR 50 (Dennis Cove Road) and travel 2(?) miles
3. Look for AT access parking area on your left 36.24618,-82.12311

Fees, Permits, etc.

Per-vehicle use fee

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