Rich Mountain Road

Total Miles6.8
Technical Rating
1Easy
Best TimeSpring, Summer, Fall
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

Rich Mountain Road is 6.6 miles and runs through the Smoky Mountain National Park and heads North out of the park. The trail is composed of loose gravel and has several twists and turns up and down the mountain. It is one way, but watch for State Park vehicles in addition to animals on the trail.

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Difficulty

There is a gravel surface for the entire trail. There is room to pass if needed.

Technical Rating

1

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Bradley King
Jul 10, 2026
2002 nissan frontier
Open
Muddy/Wet
Very easy gravel road. Slight incline going up and down the mountain. Did have a bear on the road.
justin motes
Jun 14, 2026
2025 toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road
Open
Muddy/WetNormal
Brian Ison
Jun 07, 2026
2020 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon launch
Open
Trail conditions were good and the trail was easier than I would have liked. 2 wheel drive only needed
Oscar E
May 09, 2026
Open
Normal
Beautiful trail
Ron Donato
Apr 25, 2026
2018 GMC Yukon XL
Open
Wet dirt and gravel, fully passable. Wonderful trek through the forest.
Bryant
Apr 10, 2026
2025 Jeep Wrangler
Open
NormalDusty
Gabe
Mar 21, 2026
2017 Ford F-250
Temporarily Closed
Closed Gate
Andy
Nov 12, 2025
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Temporarily Closed
Seasonal ClosureClosed GatePosted Sign
Closed for the season by the park
kyler g
Oct 28, 2025
Open
Muddy/Wet
one way road start on the scenic loop
kyler g
Oct 28, 2025
Open
Muddy/Wet
one way road start on the scenic loop
kyler g
Oct 28, 2025
Open
Muddy/Wet
one way road start on the scenic loop
kyler g
Oct 28, 2025
Open
Muddy/Wet
one way road start on the scenic loop
kyler g
Oct 28, 2025
Open
Muddy/Wet
one way road start on the scenic loop
kyler g
Oct 28, 2025
Open
Muddy/Wet
one way road start on the scenic loop
kyler g
Oct 28, 2025
Open
Muddy/Wet
one way road start on the scenic loop

Rich Mountain Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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