LeConte Lodge Llamas on the Trillium Gap Trail
LeConte Lodge Llamas passing under Grotto Falls as they deliver supplies to the LeConte Lodge on Mount LeConte.
Grotto Falls is located on the Trillium Gap Trail, a popular route to the LeConte Lodge.
Llamas taking a break while supplies are unloaded and the next round is collected to carry back down.
LeConte Llama
One of the many guest cabins on the LeConte Lodge property.
If you hike up to the lodge for a day hike, or if you stay as a guest, be sure to say hello to the llamas if they're there during your visit.
Inspiration Point on the Alum Cave Trail is your first taste of the views that the hike to LeConte has to offer and will inspire you to continue your trek to the top.
Arch Rock on the Alum Cave Trail is a perfect balance of the wonders of nature and the hardworking of trail crews.
Alum Cave Trail is the shortest route to the LeConte Lodge, but isn't to be underestimated.
Late summer at the LeConte Lodge.
The LeConte Lodge dining hall isn't just for guests at breakfast and dinner. Day hikers can eat their packed lunch there, purchase cookies, a sack lunch or unlimited lemonade, coffee and hot chocolate.
Trust me, the Tang isn't as sweet as that fluffy outlaw looks, you'll have a hard time turning him in!
A hike to the LeConte Lodge is truly a wonderful way to really experience the essence of the Smokies.
Rocking chairs on a guest cabin. You'll find rocking chairs to relax in on the office and dining hall decks as well. Sit back, and soak up life on LeConte.
Family style meals are served to overnight guests in the dining hall. However, between breakfast and dinner, it's open to day hikers as well.
Once you reach the LeConte Lodge, take a trip out to the Cliff Tops!
Let the views from the trails lead the way!
The LeConte Lodge closes during the colder months of the year. However, the trails stay open. If you're hiking LeConte during that time, consider tossing some micro spikes in your bag. The trails can be very ice and slick.
Keep an eye out for the locals on your way up to the lodge.
Indian Pipe can be found along the trails in the summer months.
LeConte Lodge
Life on LeConte.