Mountaineer's Way Hike: Guided Smokies Historical Tour

Embark on a guided hike through the Smokies on the Mountaineer’s Way tour. Discover the rich history of the first settlers and Native Indians, explore farming structures and cemeteries, and enjoy the beauty of the streams along the way.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Porters Creek Trail Trailhead -
    “The Mountaineers Way” tour offers a leisurely walk accompanied by an expert local guide. Discover the tales of the earliest pioneers who ventured into this region while it was still frequented by Indigenous peoples. Once a bustling mountain settlement, you’ll get to witness remnants of agricultural buildings,…
What's Included
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Parking fees
Additional Information

The tour, titled “The Mountaineers Way”, is a leisurely walk headed by a local or professional guide. Listen to the tales of how the pioneers first made their way into this territory when it was still occupied by the Native Indians. This region was once a expansive mountain settlement. There will be a chance to witness physical remnants of farming…

Location
1011 Banner Rd
Banner Road
Guests will meet their guide and follow in their own car to the trailhead. The scenic drive to the trailhead takes approximately 30 minutes.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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B3721uudanf
Nov 15, 2025
Wes was great! - Wes did a great job guiding our group of six. His commentary was insightful and humorous while allowing us to keep moving along. The area was gorgeous. Plus, Wes gave us great ideas for our hikes for the rest of the week when we would not be using a guide. Just could not have been a better experience.
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R5190sajillw
Oct 18, 2025
A+ - Kindle was awesome! Very knowledgeable and flexible. Was willing to accommodate our timeline preference. We loved our conversation and learning about the vegetation. Great stories. You wont be disappointed.
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Gloria_h
Sep 23, 2025
Smoky mountain hike with Wes!! - We had the BEST time hiking in the Smoky Mountains with our guide, Wes! He struck the perfect balance of being informative and funny—sharing so much knowledge about the history, wildlife, and hidden details of the trails, while keeping everyone laughing along the way. The hike itself was beautiful, but Wes really made the experience unforgettable. He made sure the pace was comfortable, answered all our questions, and pointed out things we never would have noticed on our own. Wes took great care in providing hearty snacks that we all enjoyed!! If you’re looking for a hike that’s not only scenic but also fun and engaging, ask for Wes—you won’t be disappointed!!!
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U7519ssjenniferh
Sep 19, 2025
Perfect guides - We loved our experience from start to finish! Our guide was amazing and so helpful! We would use Smoky Mountain guides again! We enjoyed our day!
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Xiaohanj2025
Mar 17, 2025
Good guides and good hiking experience - Great hiking trips with guides who are personable and really knowledgeable about the plants, the history and recommended more places to visit. The sad thing is that as a solo traveler, some trips got canceled because nobody else signed up.
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Relax65808533738
Aug 14, 2024
Awesome Must Go!! - We took the 3 hour hike with Kindal as our guide, extremely friendly, informative. We saw old home structures, cemeteries, amazing knowledge of plants, insects, berries the stream, swan in the swimming holes too! Our granddaughters were in awe! highly recommend this company!
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Abby_d
Dec 17, 2023
Super Knowledgeable and Friendly Guide - Our guide, Wes grew up in the area and was informative and humorous. We had a great time learning about the mountains, the trees and the animals native to the park.
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From $240 (Per Group)
up to 6 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).