Fort Donelson Nat’l Battlefield

Saturday February 22 – Fort Donelson National Battlefield – 5 Miles Moderate

We hike around the battlefield. Most of the trail is in the woods on natural turf. We pass by the Cumberland River and sometimes see Bald Eagles. Dogs are welcome if on a leash. The Battle of Fort Donelson, February 11–16, 1862, was the first major Union victory in the Civil War.  Nashville would fall to Union troops within a matter of days. The Cumberland River and Tennessee River became integral parts of Union supply lines.

There will be an artillery reenactment on February 17-18, we will see cannons firing and reenactment troops to talk to and take pictures with.

Depart 8am CT from Kroger, Dover Crossing, Clarksville.  30 Miles to Trailhead.  Carpool cost $5

Contact Hike Leader – Steve 931 220 0927