Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
Short Hike: 5 miles moderate to Big Laurel Falls and back, Long Hike: This is a 9-mile strenuous hike to the 110 foot tall Virgin Falls. The trail descends around 900 foot in elevation along a path that in many areas is rocky with uneven footing. Along the way, we will pass Big Branch Falls, […]
We will meet at the parking lot above the boat dock where the hike begins. Hike is approximately a 7 mile loop. We will hike 2.5 miles of rolling hills, followed by a half-mile long boardwalk across the Dismal Swamp. The next 0.7 miles goes up a fairly steep hill to the fire tower where […]
The trail is well constructed on natural turf. The entire hike is in pretty woods. There are a couple of creek crossings that can be a small challenge. Trekking poles are recommended. Meet at I24 Exit Park and Ride location. Sign in at 7:45 CT. We will drive 31 miles to the trailhead. Contact: Hike […]
Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. Our hike will be the Burnt Mill Bridge loop near Rugby. SHORT HIKE: 4.2 mi loop with moderate terrain. LONG HIKE: 6.2 mi includes the loop plus the 2 mi Gentleman’s Swimming Hole loop . Depart from Cracker Barrel 127 North at I-40 rear parking lot at 8:00 am […]
Joint hike with Memphis chapter. See their description for hike details. Contact Terry Warren 731-535-0625 for details about carpooling.
Saturday, February 3 — Prentice Cooper: Indian Rockhouse to Lawson Rock, 6.4 miles in & out, moderate. Stone steps lead down to the Rockhouse, then wind around rocky bluffs to a spectacular view of Suck Creek gorge and the Tennessee River. Check the weather forecast and choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring water, snacks […]
Hohenwald TN. Moderate. Two separate hikes adjacent to the Natchez Trace Parkway. First, the Meriwether Lewis Loop - 3.5 miles with wooded rolling terrain. Next, a few miles north on the Parkway, we’ll hike the Devil's Backbone Loop: 2.5 miles, again with wooded rolling terrain. Bring sturdy boots, snacks, and clothing appropriate for the weather […]
Saturday, February 3 – “Pick a Park” series. Standing Stone State Park. Hilham. 4.7 miles rated moderate. Parts of the trail around the lake are uphill both ways, but the views are great. Meet at 10:00 A.M. CT at the Visitor Center for a slow, cold jaunt around Kelly Lake. Bring sturdy shoes, sturdy stick, […]
Join us for an easy to moderate 5 + mile hike in Tennessee's newest state park, designated, as such in September 2013. This Park is on former farmland and includes the Kelly Bend peninsula along the French Board River. Habitats include wooded hills, an intermittent stream and several fields being restored to Native warm-season grasses. […]
Distance: 1.5 miles & 0.3 miles. Rating: Easy This is a nice walk through the woods with lake views. From the parking lot on West Lake Road, we will walk up Yonside Drive to the Lake Alice Trail kiosk is. Follow the trail markers in a clockwise direction around Lake Alice until it ends at West Lake […]
The Jackson Chapter's monthly meeting will be at Mulligan's Restaurant/Bar located on Union University Drive in Jackson at 6:00 p.m. Eating is encouraged as they do not charge us for using their dining room. You may arrive a few minutes before 6 to start ordering food. Please contact Terry Warren 731-535-0625 for more information.
Tuesday, February 6 - Foster Falls to Small Wilds Campground, Fiery Gizzard South Trailhead, South Cumberland State Park. 5 miles out-and-back, flat. Easy to moderate. Joint hike with the Scenic City Chapter. On this hike we will enjoy two overlooks of Foster Falls and many cool overlooks of Fiery Gizzard Cove. We will meet at the Foster Falls/Fiery Gizzard South […]
