Tennessee · Hiking

Sarvis Cove Trail

2.5 mi
round trip
4,722 ft
climb
4,560 ft
high point
Out and back
route

Is Sarvis Cove Trail open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Cherokee National Forest. It doesn't name Sarvis Cove Trail, so check the source for the area it covers (2 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Cherokee National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Sarvis Cove Trail is a 5-mile out-and-back hike in Tennessee's Cherokee National Forest, on the Unaka Ranger District. The route crosses into the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and is managed by the Forest Service. It rises from about 2,300 feet to 4,560 feet, and the climb is steep right from the start: the steepest stretch comes at about 0.5 miles in, with a grade of 45 percent. The total elevation gain for the round trip is 4,722 feet, so plan for a full day on foot. The trail is rated expert, and the climb is serious. A round trip takes about 4 hours. The trailhead sits at the lower end of the route, and the return covers the same ground. Nearby, Round Knob Trail and Beetree Hollow Trail both lie within about 2 miles. For an overnight stay, Old Forge Campground is about 3 miles away, and Horse Creek Recreation Area is about 3.2 miles away.

Local outfitters

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