CANCELLED Narrows of the Harpeth

CANCELLED Wednesday. April 13. Narrows of the Harpeth and Gossett Tract.  3 miles. Moderate. We will begin on the short Gossett Tract trail to see an area we have never hiked before.  Then we will travel to the beautiful Narrows of the Harpeth Trail.  This trail follows alongside the river, passing through an area known as “The Narrows”. Here, the Harpeth River in a 5 mile bend nearly curves back on itself. Highlights include a panoramic view of the area and a man-made tunnel that goes about 100 yards through the bluff at the narrowest point. Back in 1890 Montgomery Bell, using slave labor bored the tunnel to provide water power for his iron ore mill. We usually see lots of wildflowers so bring your books, hiking shoes and walking sticks for some slippery or uneven sections.  Call if you are meeting at the trailhead in case of changes or inclement weather, Carpoolers will meet at 9:00 AM at the Glenbrook Kroger, 1010 Glenbrook Way. After the hike, we’ll have lunch at Carl’s Perfect Pig in White Bluff. Carl’s Perfect Pig only accepts cash. Call if you are meeting at the trailhead or for further information, Judy Jenkins at 615-403-0002.