Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
Obed Segment of Cumberland Trail called the Nemo Trail is rated moderate to strenuous. From the Nemo Bridge Trailhead the hiker is exposed to rising bluffs and glimpses of the Emory and Obed Rivers. Wear orange. Hike: 5 miles in/out where the trail continues on across old Alley Ford Road. Depart 7:30 am CDST from […]
Barren Fork and Collins River Paddle. McMinnville. The Barren Fork River is a tributary of the Collins River. We will paddle about 6 miles from the Barren Fork River Dam at Pepper Branch Park (120 Old Morrison Road) and take out at the old VFW building on Highway 70S in McMinnville. We will have to […]
Saturday, July 1 – Barren Fork and Collins River Paddle. McMinnville. Joint outing with the Murfreesboro Chapter. The Barren Fork River is a tributary of the Collins River. We will paddle about 6 miles from the Barren Fork River Dam at Pepper Branch Park (120 Old Morrison Road) and take out at the old VFW building […]
Saturday, July 1 — John Muir Trail along the Hiwassee River, 6-8 miles, easy, shuttle involved. This is a beautiful trail that follows the scenic river through the mountains. We’ll start at the Appalachia Powerhouse and end at Childers Creek Road, seeing fishermen, rafters, kayakers, and maybe bald eagles along the way. Bring water shoes if you […]
Stones River Greenway from Kohl’s Trail Head to Percy Priest Dam and back, 5.8 miles, moderate. The trail is paved and parallels the Stone Rive to Percy Creek Dam where we will eat lunch on picnic tables. There are trees along most of the trail. Dogs are permitted if on a leash. There are restrooms […]
Tuesday, July 4— Window Cliffs Trail, moderate, 5.3 miles, 660’ el. gain, out-and-back. A lot of the elevation gain is near the turnaround point and can be skipped. This is a popular trail with a LOT of creek crossings, a waterfall, and cliffs with holes (“windows”). A great summer hike! How often do you get […]
5 mile thu hike to enjoy this newest trail, which was opened on April 21. There should still be some wildflowers, birds, and nice rock formations to spice up the scenery. And the highlight is Dry Creek Falls, which is actually 2 waterfalls. This hike is 5 miles in length, and should be considered strenuous […]
Wednesday McGregor Park Cumberland Riverwalk Pavilion, out and back, to Ft. Defiance, 2.7 total miles, easy. We can eat lunch after the hike at Wendy’s; The whole hike is paved. We walk along both the Cumberland and Red Rivers, cross the Red River on a highway sidewalk and hike up switchbacks through the woods to […]
Saturday, July 8 – Barfield Crescent Park. Murfreesboro. 6 miles rated moderate. We will hike all the trails beginning at the Wilderness Station. The Marshall Knob trail starts out as a paved path then drops alongside the West Fork Stones River. Then we’ll hike the Valley View Loop and Rocky Path Loop. We’ll enjoy seeing […]
Saturday, July 8 — Stone Door to Big Creek Rim, returning on Laurel Trails Loop, 7 miles, easy to moderate because of distance. A second option is to return by going down the Big Creek Gulf Trail and up the Stone Door Trail, for total of 9.5 miles and 1620’ elevation gain. Bring water, snacks, insect repellent, and […]
Long hike: We will hike 4.5 moderate mile loop to Martha’s Pretty Point. Also drive to Welch’s Point for a short walk to the overlook. Short Hike: 4.5 mi moderate Martha’s Pretty Point loop. Depart 7:30 am CDST from outer parking lot of Harbor Freight, 145 Highland Square, Crossville, TN. Carpool cost is $4. Bring […]
Saturday, July 8 – Stone Door, Big Creek Rim, Laurel Trails Loop, 7 miles. Easy to moderate because of distance. Savage Gulf State Park. Stone Door Ranger Station, 1183 Stone Door Road, Beersheba Springs, TN. Meet at 7:45 am CDT at the trailhead. Bring water, snacks and lunch. Register with Joan Hartvigsen, 931-636-2914 or jhartvigs@comcast.net. This hike features many awesome overlooks of Big […]
