The Place of a Thousand Drips
A well-known scenic stop along the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail. It’s a natural outdoor attraction and a great fit for waterfall viewing.
The Place of a Thousand Drips is a scenic roadside waterfall stop along the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. After rain, water seeps and trickles down a broad rock face in many thin streams, creating the “thousand drips” effect that gives the spot its name. It’s a quick, worthwhile pull-off for travelers who want an easy view of the Smokies’ lush, water-fed landscape without a long hike.
Expert notes
- Best viewed from the roadside pull-off; no strenuous hike is required.
- Road conditions on the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail can be affected by weather and seasonal closures, so check access before going.
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