The Smokies' Homesteads: Exclusive Google Flyover Video and Tracklog

Marcus Woolf explores history and wilderness during a six-day trip through the Smokies.
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GOOGLE FLYOVER VIDEO: The Smokies

Check out the oldest homesteads in the Smokies in this 3-D video.

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TREK THE ROUTE YOURSELF

Walk winding ridgelines and find secluded campsites during this 6-day exploration.

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READ: TIME TRAVEL - HIKING HISTORICAL HOMESTEADS IN THE SMOKIES

A unique route linking historic homesteads yields exciting adventure for hikers and history buffs alike.

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