Visit the McCloud Restaurant and Lodge

Sunday, July 15, 2018
It's our first time at McCloud Restaurant in LaFollette, Tennessee.  We had no idea that you have to make a reservation.  You cannot drive the road going to the mountain  unless you have reservations at the restaurant or to their lodge.  From the public highway it is a two plus mile drive on a paved two lane private road.  At first I was apprehensive about going to eat somewhere that requires a reservation. My assumption was that it would be high society, minimum dress code required, with a menu I can’t pronounce and prices I couldn’t afford. Turns out that I was completely wrong. The food is average, but the view is what really makes this place. 

There is a gate guard at the bottom of the mountain. The process is -- you call the restaurant phone number to make reservation. They will ask your name, telephone number, and how many in your party. They will alert the guard that you are coming and when.  But in our case since it was a last minute plan we ask if there is an available spot for us.  Luckily there is, since the restaurant wasn't too busy that day they let us check  in without any reservation.


This restaurant has an elevation of about 2700 feet above the sea level.  If you look at the view map on the table,  you will be able to locate the Clinch Mountain which is the part of Appalachian, the Great Smoky Mountain, several peeks of Norris Lake and other cities.   The food is not out of this world, but it's not bad either.  It's a bit expensive for what it is, but you really don't go for the food. The view takes your breath away.  And you can sit in the restaurant and look out all the big windows at the view.  It's really hard to even concentrate.

We would most likely return a different time of the year for a different view.
The Lodge with a view!
They have huge decks that you can go out and sit down and look. I think everyone needs to experience this for themselves.  This photo don't even do it justice. 

With soaring cliffs and majestic arches, Mt. Cloud Mountain is an awe-inspiring place to visit. One of the most beautiful landscape in Tennessee with sights!



Views alone were to die for.  The trip up the mountain is full of curves and is a bit intimidating as you look over the grandeur but breathtaking. 


A Few Words of Advice…
Make reservations early and be flexible with the time you want to go. You’ll get a better chance of a table with an optimal view if you go on off hours. Similar strategies  for parking, go early in case you can’t find a spot immediately.

Overall I recommend the restaurant for this reason. Located at:  1220 McClouds Trail, Duff, TN 37729-3344.

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37 comments:

  1. I have to go here one day! It looks amazing! We live in Alabama so we could turn this into a little weekend trip. Thanks for all of the info and beautiful pictures!

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    1. Your welcome I'm glad you like hopefully soon you and your family can visit.

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  2. What a stunning view from that restaurant. That would be the perfect place to go for a birthday or anniversary.

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    1. Certainly a very romantic place to be. We cant wait to go back on Fall season it must have been very pretty with all the leaves color.

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  3. Wow, what a spectacular view from that restaurant. I would love to visit as I love the Tennessee Smoky Mountains!

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    1. Me too East Tennessee has lots of adventure to offer. Smoky Mountain is always beautiful all year round.

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  4. OMG! What a gorgeous view! Perfect for a restaurant! It must be amazing eating while watching that!

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  5. Oh my! That place looks amazing. Thank for sharing! :)

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  6. What a view! I would love to head up there someday just for the view alone! Eating up there is a bonus!

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  7. Holy Wow! THIS PLACE HAS SUCH A STUNNING VISTA!!! I would be so transfixed by it that I wouldn't even look at the menu (and that's saying something cause I am alwayssssss interested in food, lol)

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    1. Who doesn't like food anyways?-- Haha! I can't get over with the view and its hard to leave that day.

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  8. Wow what a view when you get to the top. Have a nice meal while looking out of those windows would be awesome. We would certainly take out time that is for sure.

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    1. It was a pleasant day for sight seeing also we enjoy it because its a little bit cooler on top.

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  9. Yes please! I would love to go to this restaurant one day. What a pretty area. I'd love to take in the view.

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  10. I would love to visit a restaurant with views like that. I don't think I could eat because I would not be looking at my food.

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    1. I totally agree I am not even hungry that time. Seeing the views makes me my heart and soul full. :)

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  11. Sometimes... the view is more important than the food! I would go here just to see those mountains.

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  12. Oh my goodness - these views are absolutely breathtaking! But can we talk about the food and all the fabulousness?! Everything looks fantastic!

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    1. The food was OK good thing it wasn't too fancy restaurant. Everyone can still afford it and can enjoy the view after their meal.

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  13. Wow that view is absolutely gorgeous! It reminds me of a restaurant I went to in the Greek mountains.

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    1. Greek Mountain sounds great too. Greece is one one of dream vacation hopefully very soon.

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  14. I've never been to Tennessee. I am sure the view there is beautiful at any time of the year but I bet it would be stunning in winter.

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  15. When I visit Tennessee, I will certainly have to check this place out. Your pictures really captures the beauty.

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  16. Wow! Those views are AMAZING!!! I would love to go there someday.

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  17. Wow! That view is absolutely stunning. I would love to stay at a lodge there and wake up to that each morning! Beautiful.

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    1. I know right it would be nice to wake up each morning with a view. Life is good!

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  18. Those views are just stunning!! I have never been to Tennessee but it sure does look beautiful. I'd love to go there someday!

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  19. Holy moly! That restaurant has some amazing views! I would love to go there one day!!

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  20. Wow, what a beautiful view. You guys are really know how to enjoy life.

    Chubskulit Rose

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    1. Thanks sis traveling makes us alive I guess. I love seeing your family enjoy traveling as well. :)

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  21. Wow! The views here are just stunning! I can't imagine how peaceful it would feel to just sit and look out at the world.

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  22. What a beautiful place! Those views are just incredible. I have heard about a bunch of places that would be nice to visit in Tennessee, and this would definitely be a good one.

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    1. We just move to East Tennessee 5 yrs ago a perfect place for us because we love outdoors and mountain with a great view. So many places to explore and adventure to go.

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  23. Those views are fantastic! I have always wanted to go to TN- I had family there for awhile but they moved before we could get out there to check it out. I didn't know the scenery was so beautiful, though!

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    1. I hope someday you will be able to visit Tennessee. Feel free to check out our Travel Tips on what places to check out while in Smokies (link on the top Menu). You and your family will surely love it here.

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  24. Wow, that view! How amazing is that. I'd love to visit and have a meal there. Spectacular that is right there! - Jeanine

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  25. Wow! That view is to die for. I've only visited Tennessee once over 5 years ago. Definitely adding McCloud Restaurant to my "must" when next I go there.

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