Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
Saturday, March 23 — Rock Island State Park: Collins River Nature Trail, Eagle Trail (with Blue Hole Trail), & Bluff Trail (with optional Downstream Trail), approximately 6.5 to 8 miles, about 680’ el. gain, easy to moderate. This park is located at the confluence of the Collins and Caney Fork Rivers. We will spend the […]
Distance: 2.2 miles. Rating: Easy to moderate. Daddy’s Creek Trailhead Overlook is a 2.2 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Crab Orchard, Tennessee that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and nature trips and is accessible year-round. MEET AT: the Trailhead […]
Tuesday, March 26 — Sitton Gulch trail, 3-5 miles out & back, easy to moderate, depending on how many waterfalls you want to see. A well-maintained trail, three spectacular waterfalls, a rushing whitewater creek, looming cliffs, and lots of wildflowers (we hope). What more could you ask for? Trail starts near Trenton GA and heads […]
Nashville Chapter Meeting, REI Community Room, 261 Franklin Rd, Brentwood, TN. 6 P.M. Our speaker will be Ben Nance with the Tennessee Division of Archaeology. He is coordinating with Franklin City Parks to open a trail to the top of Roper’s Knob, site of a Civil War earthworks and house. He will discuss the excavation […]
East Tellico Lake from Marina/ Antioch Trailhead to Coytee Loop Trailhead 8.1 easy to moderate miles with shuttle. Option for short hike from Antioch to Glendale Parking 3.3 miles.Carpool cost is $7. Bring lunch, snacks, (electrolytes) water, bug spray and sunscreen. Persons 18 and over, members and non-members welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an […]
Saturday, March 30 –Grundy Forest loop to the Fiery Gizzard and Raven’s Point, with return on the Dog Hole trail. 10 miles, nearly 1300’ el. gain, strenuous. Waterfalls, rock formations, boulder fields, panoramic overlooks! Check the weather forecast and choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring snacks and lunch along with more water than […]
Meet at the parking near the restrooms just past the Visitor Center but a short distance to the trailhead. There are 5 steep hills and two possible stream crossings on this trail which is considered strenuous. Total mileage is 4 miles. Plan to hike 2.5 to 3 hours. Sturdy boots, hiking sticks, plenty of water […]
Hike River Bluff Trail – Norris Dam, We will park at the trailhead on Dabney Road and hike the lower section of the trail along Norris River, less than two miles each way. The walk along the river is relatively flat. Where we will turn around the trail goes up the bluff to make a […]
Tuesday, April 2 — Shakerag Hollow and Piney Point Trails, 4.5 miles, easy to moderate. Located in Sewanee TN, Shakerag Hollow is a special destination for wildflower lovers. We will start at the University Gates parking lot. Check the weather forecast and choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring snacks and/or lunch along with more water […]
Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. The trail is difficult due to the elevation change and lots of rock steps. SHORT HIKE: 4-5 mile in/out hike. From Turkey Creek the trail proceeds along Daddy's Creek gorge bluff under sheer bluffs. The last mile, the trail decends down into the canyon. There are a couple […]
Wednesday, April 3 – Short Springs State Natural Area Wildflower and Waterfalls Hike. 5.3 miles, moderate. We will hike all the trails, Machine Falls Loop, Busby Falls Loop, Connector Trail, Wildflower Loop, Adams Falls Loop, Laurel Bluff Loop. We will see Machine Falls and Busby Cascades and Bobo Creek. The spring wildflowers will be awesome. […]
3.5 miles Easy Meet at the Rotary Park Trailhead, 1st parking area on the left as you enter the Park from M.L.K.Jr. Pwky. Contact Hike Leader: Suva Bastin (931) 216-0325
