Stinging Fork State Natural Area to Piney River Spring City, TN.

Wednesday Dec 11-  Stinging Fork State Natural Area, to Piney River Spring City, TN. Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. Short hike: 3 strenuous miles to Stinging Fork Falls and back. Long Hike: Cumberland Trail is mostly strenuous 7 miles but is absolutely gorgeous. Requires a car shuttle. There is a one- mile easy mile walking through the woods midway for a reprieve. Stinging Fork State Natural Area features a 35-foot waterfall and cascade. There are numerous feeder streams along the way. You can expect numerous elevation gains and descents, possibly slick rocks. Depart from Central Baptist Church, South Main St in Crossville  8:00 am CDST. Carpool cost is $4.. Bring hiking poles, wear hiking boots, rain gear, (electrolytes) water, lunch and a snack. Don’t forget tick/bug spray and sunscreen. Persons   aged 18 and over, members and non-members welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. For additional information contact the hike coordinator Beth. Text or call 928-782-5564