Walls of Jericho

Belvidere, TN. Rated Difficult. 7.5 miles out and back. The Walls of Jericho is a 750-acre natural area that is within the 8,943-acre Bear Hollow Mountain Wildlife Management Area (WMA), which is contiguous to the Skyline WMA in Alabama.  The natural area is approximately twelve miles south of Winchester in southern Franklin County. The southern boundary of the natural area follows the Alabama-Tennessee state line where the actual “Walls of Jericho” is located.The “Walls” is an impressive geological feature that forms a large bowl-shaped amphitheater. Embedded in the limestone are bowling ball size holes from which water drips and spouts, creating a unique water feature. This amphitheater gives rise to steep 200-foot sheer rock walls that create the natural feature defining the amphitheater.   This is a difficult hike with water crossings, rock hopping and a strenuous climb out of the canyon upon return to the trailhead.  We will meet at the trailhead on the TN side of the natural area on the morning of Friday the 4^th of June. Bring water, snacks, lunch, water shoes, trekking poles insect repellent and dress appropriate for the weather. You must call, text or email Nancy Juodenas to register and for meeting time, carpooling and other information.  From Nashville take I-24 east toward Chattanooga. Take exit 127 on Highway 64 and turn toward Winchester. Stay on Highway 64 for about 15 miles and turn south on Hwy 16 and go 16 miles to the trailhead on the Tennessee side.  Nancy Juodenas: 615-319-8811, njlj1011@gmail.com.