APPALACHIAN Beauty Spots TRAIL C'mon along as we head out for some of the best views on the Tennessee/North Carolina section of the Great Trail. Photography and hike directions by JOSHUA MOORE Newfound Gap to Charlies Bunion Follow U.S. 441 south from Gatlinburg, Tennessee, to the Newfound Gap parking area in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Take the A.T. 4.1 miles to Charlies Bunion. The first 2.5 miles is rather difficult with a large elevation gain, rocks and roots. The remaining 1.6 miles along the ridge line offers beautiful views of the forest and of the Smokies. Once you reach Charlies Bunion, be cautious of the drop-offs on each side as you take in one of the most iconic views of the A.T. 32 BLUERIDGECOUNTRY.COMhttp://www.BLUERIDGECOUNTRY.COM