The park has numerous short paths, called Quiet Walkways, convenientlylocated along major arteries. Many lead to a stream, perfect places for danglingfeet in the water, feeling the cushioned softness of the moss along thebanks, watching for trout in the crystal waters, listening for the songs of forest birds and breathing in the cool mountain air. The newest is the Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail near the visitor center. It is an all-access, paved, level interpretive trail with wayside exhibits perfect for kids and the physically challenged. Tactile exhibits are designed for vision-impaired visitors but are popular among others, too.
Brochures are available for each trail.
The park has 10 developed picnic areas. Pick one with trails associatedwith it and pack your grill or campstove, along with the food that registers appropriately on your personal gourmet meter, and prepare and eat a leisurely meal. Then use the picnic ground as a base from which to explore adjacent trails and walk off the calories. Bike rentals are available at the campground. If walking or biking isn't appealing, consider these intriguingalternatives.