Overlook Trail

ADA Accessibility Notes

No ADA accessibility available

A wide, gravel path leads you to the mountain with fabulous views of the Cherokee National Forest and Watauga Dam and its unique spillway.

Amenities: parking, restrooms, hiking

For more information visit TVA's Trails webpage.

Eco-Friendly Notes

TVA is a partner of Leave No Trace and requests that visitors follow Leave No Trace practices.

How to Get There

The trailhead is on the Watauga Dam Reservation at the overlook. Watauga Dam is about 30 miles east of Johnson City, Tenn. off of Hwy. 321.

https://www.google.com/maps?daddr=36.320029,-82.118723

Pet Friendly Notes

Pets are welcome but must be kept on a leash no longer than 6-feet. TVA is a partner of Leave No Trace and requests that visitors follow Leave No Trace practices, including picking up after your pet.

Trail Distance

0.5 mile loop

Vertical Gain or Loss

Easy