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Summary: The trail begins with many creek crossing on log bridges. As you head up Injun Creek you will find an old Indian burial ground then a side trail to visit the McCarter Cemetery, passing many rock piles and stone fences. Next camp #32 where Injun Creek and Grapeyard Ridge trail cross. Go up Grapeyard trail, toward Roaring Fork, looking for a tree with very twisted branches. see pic . That tree signaled the spot to start the manway portion of the hike. This manway, in the old days, was used to get from Grapeyard Ridge to Greenbrier. Women rode sidesaddle on this trail to town. Of course the trail is now an overgrown manway but the trail is still very visible with just a few blow downs. Flollow the manway for about three miles before coming to a huge hollowed out chestnut stump. see pic. At that point take a right turn and go down a fairly steep hill. In about ¾ mile you will be at the 2nd parking lot you passed to the trail head. If not sure of manway, do a in/out hike. Trailhead: From I-40 exit hwy 407 (hwy 66) toward Sevierville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg. In Gatlinburg turn left on hwy 321. Turn Right at Greenbrier Area (Little Pigeon River Road). Go to Ranger's residence, 3rd parking lot. Trail head is 20 yards up the road to the right, heading behind the outbuildings. It is not signed but there is a gate. (If Litte Pigeon Rd is gated, park at the 2nd parking lot and walk up the road a short distance.) The trail is an old wagon road which once was a mantained trail. You will cross on several log bridges thus knowing you are on the right trail. (Lat:35.71 Lon:-83.43) Trail Guides for Injun Creek Trail, Grapeyard Ridge manway: Hiking Trails of the Smokies by GSM National History Association () History Hikes of the Smokies by Michal Strutin () Best Seasons: Winter, User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: Great Smoky Mountain National Park (423) 436-1200 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Lucinda Turbeville, who has posted 3 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by AC on 2/11/2005 Nice Trip good views in some places. Trail is hard to follow and is easy to get lost on. gps is a good idea Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Tennessee Hiking, Tennessee Trails, Tennessee Hikes, Sevier County Hiking, Sevier County Trails, Sevier County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||