Parson Branch Road, a Road Less Traveled in the Great Smoky Mountains National

[@Ridesaway24]

Looks like a beautiful day to be in the mountains.

[@TealOxAdv]

Definitely was. It is always good to be in the mountains.

[@motorhead1884]

I rode it 1st weekend of june on my z125 mostly one handed. 😂😂😂 its a fun road

[@TealOxAdv]

We were there in May as well. It’s a nice peaceful ride.

[@bryanjohnson5803]

Thank goodness we had a jeep. The traffic backup on the loop just outside the visitors center was horrendous. Glad we were able to make that right turn and exit the park on a fun and beautiful drive to return to Bryson City.

[@TealOxAdv]

Yes, the Cades Cove traffic can be pretty bad at times. We love Parson Branch and Rich Mountain Roads for the escape route and views.

[@jasoncolemanarizonaloanoff1574]

Was looking for some Jeep adventures for April!! Thank you

[@TealOxAdv]

Hope you like it!

[@1granma]

Thank you for sharing. I found PB in the early 80's. I endure the cc traffic to get there. So glad we can enjoy this again. And the roads look much better than way back when. I no longer have 4wd, will my new Nissan truck make it or are some crossings risky in the small truck? Headed there in a few days.

[@TealOxAdv]

Sorry for the delayed response, we too have driven PB several times over the years starting in the 80s. Regarding your Nissan, I believe you should be able to unless the trail,has been degraded by some of the rain they’ve had recently. It may be worth asking a ranger before starting down the road.

[@ArbitraryLifestyle]

Sucks this is a damn one-way road. Would be an amazing entrance for us Chattanoogans.

[@TealOxAdv]

Yes, it would be nice to enter that way. Especially coming in halfway around the loop.

[@jrlsports9490]

It was the Friends of the Smokies who assisted the NPS in the road clearing and improvements.

[@TealOxAdv]

Thanks for sharing.

[@richardsimpson3433]

was the infestation stopped after the cleanup?

[@TealOxAdv]

Unfortunately, no. There are measures in place to attempt to control the infestation. www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/nature/hemlock-woolly-adelgid.htm

[@RiverValleyOverland]

2 weeks I am in Gatlinburg for a few days and will have some free time. Locals, where from Gatlinburg are some trails? Wanting to take some folks out in the Gladiator. Thanks for any response. Gaia is preferred if you will.

[@TealOxAdv]

Outdoors in the Smokies is a great private off-road park nearby in Cosby (we have a couple of videos from there). The trail to Buzzards Roost and Harmen’s Den is not too far as well. Either DM us or send an email to [e-mail] and we can share some files for use in Gaia.

[@TealOxAdv]

GPX files sent.

[@timflaherty2731]

How would something like a subaru or honda crv do on this trail?

[@TealOxAdv]

They should be fine. It’s mostly a gravel road with one hill that gives some people a problem. It can get rutted at times, but should be manageable.

[@timflaherty2731]

@@TealOxAdv Thanks! Really enjoy your videos.

[@TealOxAdv]

@timflaherty2731 Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it. We think you will enjoy the ride up there if you go. Make sure to check for seasonal closures before you go. The road is closed for winter.

[@philchigges2955]

could you ride a mini bike there?

[@TealOxAdv]

These are considered a legal road and all vehicles must be licensed and registered. If the mini bike meets that criteria, I am not aware of any other restrictions.

[@dogsnguns6742]

What I don't understand is why you're not allowed to walk with a leashed dog. It's a damn ROAD.

[@TealOxAdv]

I'm not sure why that is other than possibly a wildlife concern.

[@ronaldbruzan9646]

@@TealOxAdvBears and wild hogs???

[@TealOxAdv]

Definitely!