Smoky Mountains Day 3

We set off early on the third day for the drive up towards Clingman's Dome. The high temperature in Gatlinburg was supposed to be almost 80 that day but at the upper elevation the temps were barely going to be over 50 so we had to add a few layers.

The walk up was steep but offered some great views.

At the top they had built a watch tower with a 360 degree view of SMNP. You can see all the way to North Carolina

We were very relieved to have made it to the top

After a nap time drive through a nature area, someone woke up and said, "Hey, I'm hungry"

So we stopped a picnic area by the river for a picnic. The rapids were a big hit.

For the afternoon we set off to hike part of the AT. How far exactly is it to Maine? I think I need to rest up.

Wow it's a long way down

The white blazes lead the way

Who needs a sippy cup when you have a camelback

Here is video proof documenting Josh's very first hike on the AT


Well we didn't make it all the way to Maine but we had fun

At the end of a long hike, there's nothing like a good roll in the grass

While it may not have been true camping, our baby definitely loved the outdoors.

All in all it was a great first vacation for us as a family and we'll always remember it.