Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
LBL Bear Creek Loop Trail, 6.6 miles, moderate. The trail is on natural turf through the woods and a couple of grassy fields. There are a couple of creek crossing near the end of the hike where you might get your feet wet. Trekking poles are recommended. Dogs are permitted if on a leash. There […]
We will begin our hike at Hoopers Bald trailhead. This part of the hike is very scenic with a nice overlook. There are very little woods but a nice meadow descends to a highway crossing. We'll hike on Huckleberry Knob until it ends. On a clear day, we can see forever. Both trails are in […]
Seven Bridges Trail - 2.1 miles Seven Bridges Trail is a 2.1 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Crossville, Tennessee that features a great forest setting. The trail is good for all skill levels. The trail has interesting rock formations and SEVEN bridges built by volunteers. It is a “lollipop” configuration. Meet at: at […]
Tuesday, August 22 — Durham Mine Trails to Fuggett Branch, around 5 miles, moderate, mostly a loop. We will take a gentle walk along Chalkeye Trail to get to E Fuggett Trail and down to the creek, passing rickety cliffs and investigating ruins from the mining era. Then we’ll get back to the top first via […]
Nashville Chapter Meeting, REI Brentwood, TN, 6 PM. It’s time for our annual Show and Tell meeting! Members and friends ARE the program - along with pictures of your adventures on trails, from Tennessee to Timbuktu. You’re welcome to bring your photos on a thumb drive (best), CD, or hard copy. The more the merrier! […]
Piney Falls Trail, Grandview, TN and Twin Rocks Trail, Spring City, TN. Joint hike with Upper-Cumberland Chapter. First we'll hike to Twin Rocks about a 2 mi moderate loop. Then drive to Piney Falls SNA. Bring a towel and wear your swim gear to enjoy the pool below the waterfall and where we'll eat lunch. […]
South Cumberland Recreation Area; 2.7 miles, difficult because of steep rocky portions of the trail. The trail is on natural turf in the woods. We will see Greeter and Board Tree Falls plus Blue Hole a nice swimming hole. All are on Firescald Creek. Trekking Poles are recommended. Dogs are allowed if on a leash. […]
Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. Visitor Center Trail is 3.2 mi round trip. The Nemo Emery River Trail is 2.6 mi round trip. Bring (electrolytes) water and a snack. We can eat lunch in Wartburg. Don’t forget tick/bug spray and sunscreen. Carpool cost is $5. Persons 18 and over, members and non-members welcome. Minors […]
Saturday, August 26 — Lookout Mountain: Bluff Trail and Upper Truck Trail, 8.7 miles, 1300’ el. gain, moderate, loop. Shorter alternatives are to veer off Bluff Trail to Sunset Rock or go on to Point Park for either a 3-mile or a 4-mile hike; cars can be left at these locations. All of these hikes […]
Woods Reservoir Paddle. Joint activity with the Highland Rim chapter. Meet at 8:00 am CT at the put-in on Manchester Beach Road, Estill Springs. Please note the street sign at the intersection of Old Brick Church Road reads Checking Station Road. We will put in on beautiful Brumlow Creek and head to Elder Island, where […]
Saturday, August 26 - Woods Reservoir Paddle. Joint activity with the Murfreesboro Chapter, Sara Pollard. Meet at 8 am CDT at the put-in, Brumalow Creek Boat Ramp, Manchester Beach Road. Please note: the street sign at the intersection of Old Brick Church Road reads Checking Station Road. Bring lunch and a lot of water. We will put in on beautiful […]
Distance: 2.1 miles. Rating: Easy. The Central Trail in Fairfield Glade is a network of paved walking trails. It is a mixture of delightful trails meandering through woods alongside streams and more functional sidewalks. MEET AT: the Trailhead at 3711 Wilshire Heights Drive Crossville, TN 38558 Bring water, bug spray, sunscreen and a snack. Persons […]
