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Summary: Your hike will begin on the AT just right of the Rockefeller Memorial at Newfound Gap.At 1.7 mi you will intersect with Sweat Heifer Creek Trail, spur off here 20 yds for good views, go back to AT and continue until 2.7 mi turn left on The Boulevard Trail, about 100 yds you will see a sign for the Jumpoff this is 1 mi RT and should be added to the Charlies Bunion hike instead of today’s hike.The Boulevard has many open vistas offering great views of mountains and the valley below.At 6.9 mi the trail becomes tricky as it traverses the side of a rock ledge but a cable is there to help you. 7.5 mi a sign for the spur trail to Myrtle Point goes left,which is a great spot for lunch. After lunch retrace your route and continue on to High Top 6593' marked by a pyramid of rocks.Pass the shelter you will see a sign intersecting the Rainbow Falls and Trillium Gap Trails, this ends the Boulevard Trail.Continue for the spur trail to Cliff Top the third peak of Mt Leconte. Trailhead: I-40 Exit 407 follow Hwy 66 South 8 miles to 441 South to Gatlinburg; 441 South to Newfound Gap. Turn left into Newfound Gap Overlook parking. Your trek will start will on the A.T. at Newfound Gap with the trailhead located left of the rest rooms. Please advise in winter call for road conditions This trail provides a long day hike or a must for those staying overnight at the lodge(http://www.lecontelodge.com) or shelter(contact the backcountry office for reservations423-436-1231) (Lat:35.64909 Lon:-83.43469) Trail Guides for Mt LeConte/The Boulevard Trail: Day & Overnight hikes in GSMNP by Johhny Malloy (Menasha Ridge Press) Day Hikes in GSMNP by Johnny Molloy () Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Ranger Contact: GSMNP Headquarters 865-436-0120 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Bobby Trotter, who has posted 74 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by BB on 7/12/2008 OMG that was hard! Group of 12 moms hiking. A book from Park Service had the trail listed as "moderate". It was strenuous, and the rain made the rocks slippery to add a little more difficulty. Make sure you check the weather first, we had a bad storm blow in during our last 2 hours. Loved staying at the lodge - the managers and staff were VERY nice. Start early so you can enjoy the top. We were planning next year's trip on the way down!
Reviewed by KB on 6/25/2008 This trail took such a long time to complete, about 6 1/2 hours round trip. I have never stayed at Mt. Leconte Lodge, but I have hiked there about 3 times via different trails. This one was by far tougher than going from Alum Cave Bluff. I enjoyed it though, except it has been cloudy everytime I have been up to Mt. Leconte but I still hike it and hope it will be clear one day so I can get a good view.
Reviewed by Mary Anne on 9/20/2007 My first time on it and loved it. I hope to do it again. It rained for the last 5 miles coming down from LeConte, and my knee blew out but didn't dampen my spirits. it was awesome to hike along the ridgelines, that was my favorite part. And the tunnels that you would go through. We saw very fresh bear scat and torn up places and I knew the bear was very close, but with the dark cloudy day, we didn't take the time to look for it. Saw no one until the downhill to Newfound.
Reviewed by Elizabeth on 6/11/2007 I thought this hike had great view of the surrounding mts. The trail was strenuous at times, but it also had some down hill and level areas to give a rest along the way. I hope to do it again some day.
Reviewed by ashley on 1/7/2007 Boulevard, Mt Leconte, Trillum Gap 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
