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Since 1998, A Walk in the Woods has been Gatlinburg's award-winning leader in Smoky Mountain adventures. Locally owned and operated, our expert naturalist guides have helped hundreds of thousands of guests create unforgettable memories on guided hikes, backpacking trips, eco-tours, driving tours, and custom outdoor experiences throughout the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

We're proud to be one of the most decorated guide services in the Southeast, including:

  • REI Top Guide Award – 4-Time Recipient
  • 2025 Stars of the Industry "Attraction of the Year" – Sevier County Hospitality & Tourism Association
  • RIVAL "Top 10 Best of North America" Award

Our guides aren't just knowledgeable - they're true Smokies experts with decades of experience in local ecology, history, culture, and wildlife. When you explore with us, you get insider access to hidden gems, unforgettable storytelling, and safe, professionally led adventures tailored to all ages and experience levels.

You've seen A Walk in the Woods featured on and in:

  • An Explorer's Guide to the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains
  • Samantha Brown's Travel Channel – "Weekend Adventures"
  • National Geographic / Lonely Planet with Ian Wright
  • NBC Nightly News, Turner Broadcasting International, PBS
  • Backpacker Magazine, Endless Vacation, USA Today, and more

If you're looking for the most trusted, celebrated, and authentic way to experience the Smokies, A Walk in the Woods is your gateway to adventure.

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Reviews 5.0 stars (174)

Melissa Brannon - 2 months ago

I went out for the Thundering Cascades and Falls hike with Deborah on Wednesday, May 20th and she was amazing! So knowledgeable and took great care of me and our whole group. I loved it so much that I booked the all day Old Growth Waterfall tour today. My GPS took me, what felt like around the world to get there, which resulted in my being a little late, but the staff was wonderful when I called the office (and so patient!) and helped me get back on track. My guide today, Andy, was also wonderful. He shared so many wonderful insights about the trees, foliage, history of the park and the wildlife we saw. We had the best day! Both tours were worth every penny and I had the best time! I may not be able to walk tomorrow, but the memories I have will be treasured for a long time. Thank you both so very much!

Christy Mitchell - a month ago

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We had an amazing experience hiking in the Smoky Mountains with Mike as our guide! From the very beginning, he was friendly, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel comfortable. He shared so much interesting information about the area, pointed out things we would have completely missed on our own, and made the hike both fun and memorable.

Mike was patient, encouraging, and made sure everyone in our group was able to enjoy the trail at their own pace. The views were absolutely beautiful, and his love for the Smokies really showed throughout the entire hike.

If you’re looking for a guide who is professional, personable, and truly passionate about what he does, Mike is your guy. We would absolutely hike with him again and highly recommend him to anyone visiting the Smoky Mountains!

Shaun Schafer - a month ago

This was an amazing experience. Journeying into the woods to be surrounded by synchronous fireflies was the equivalent of immersive magic.

Plus, our guide Kels patiently walked and talked us through the natural world of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Overall, it was well communicated and well organized. We loved it.

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