Hazel Creek Trail Access provides entry to a 15. 6-mile intermediate hiking trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park that follows Hazel Creek, featuring historic remnants of early settlements and old-growth forest recovery.

Access is available via the Lakeshore Trail from Fontana Lake or by boat shuttle from Fontana Village Marina to Ollie Cove Trail, with backcountry campsites available by permit through the NPS (865-436-1297).

The lower section follows an old roadbed with stream crossings, while the northern section becomes more challenging with steep switchbacks and creek crossings that can be dangerous during high water.