How do you get LeConte Lodge reservations?
Please call (865) 429-5704 for current availability. You will need to fill out a new form for the wait list when available. The reservation business hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
Why do people enjoy visiting Mount LeConte Lodge?
LeConte Lodge: Fast Facts It is the only place in the eastern United States where visitors can sleep overnight at a summit in a permanent structure and enjoy family-style hot meals, propane heat, and majestic views.
How long does it take to hike LeConte?
6-9 hours
Allow 6-9 hours for the hike. It’s strenuous, but not technically challenging. Our hike took eight hours since there is so much to stop and enjoy along the way. At the top, we took a nice break at LeConte Lodge, the highest guest lodge in eastern America at 6,360 feet elevation.
Who owns LeConte Lodge?
Stokely Hospitality Enterprises
LeConte Lodge, a concession of the National Park system, is owned and operated by Stokely Hospitality Enterprises.
Is Mt LeConte shelter open?
LeConte backcountry shelter in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The famous LeConte Lodge remains open, and there are no restrictions on day hiking. Visitors who had permits to stay at the shelter in the coming days were notified of the closure and told to call the park’s backcountry office at 865-436-1297.
Is Mt LeConte open?
LeConte Lodge® opens on March 22 and closes on November 24 for the 2021 season. Please call 865-429-5704 between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, EDT, Monday through Friday, the LeConte Reservation line if you would like to check trail conditons or if you have any questions regarding your reservation.
What should I bring to LeConte Lodge?
What should I bring? A. Hand towel and washcloth for a sponge bath–we provide the wash basin and soap. Flashlight, rain gear, layered clothing (nights can drop into 30’s even in summer), sturdy shoes, snacks for hike up and down, water for your hike up, and personal items.
Are there bathrooms at LeConte Lodge?
The cabins do not have bathrooms. Located next to and under the office/gift show there are thee different bathroom options. Under the office is a men’s “standing only” rest room. The far building is a restroom open to the public and hikers.
How hard is Mt LeConte?
Alum Cave Trail to Mount LeConte is a 10.9 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Gatlinburg, Tennessee that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult. The trail is primarily used for hiking and backpacking and is best used from April until November.
Is Mt LeConte trail open?
When was LeConte Lodge built?
LeConte Memorial Lodge was built for the Sierra Club during the summer and fall of 1903 at the base of Glacier Point adjacent to Camp Curry.
Where is LeConte Lodge located?
We will regularly provide you with pertinent trail and weather information, interesting crew tidbits, and pictorial highlights from this mountain gem overlooking East Tennessee and beyond. LeConte Lodge® is located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, nestled just below the 6,593′ summit of Mt. LeConte.
Is lunch provided at LeConte?
Lunch also is provided for guests staying at LeConte Lodge more than one night. You may also order a sack lunch for your hike down the mountain, when you’re leaving LeConte Lodge. The lodge gift shop offers a variety of items from apparel to hiking supplies such as water bottles, hiking sticks, bandanas and ponchos.
How many people can fit in leleconte Lodge?
LeConte Lodge has a 60-guest capacity. Guest options include cozy one-room cabins or accommodations in one of the three multi-room lodges. There are seven, one-room cabins furnished with double bunk beds, making it easy to sleep two couples or a family of four.
What is high on Leconte?
Welcome to “High On LeConte,” the official daily blog of LeConte Lodge ® and its crew! *Please visit our official reservations website for information on current COVID-19 health and safety protocols happening at LeConte Lodge.* It is the mission of this site to serve as your daily connection to life on Mt. LeConte.