Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
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 […]
Monday, August 28 – Old Spann House Trail, Tims Ford State Park, Winchester, TN. 3.8 miles, easy. This trail features rolling hills through a mature hardwood forest and gorgeous views of Tims Ford Lake. Meet at 3:30 pm in front of the Visitor Center. Register with Joan Hartvigsen, jhartvigs@comcast.net or 931-636-2914. A Potluck dinner and Highland Rim Chapter meeting follows the hike […]
Monday, August 28, 6:00 – 7:30pm, Highland Rim Chapter Potluck Dinner and Chapter Meeting. Tims Ford State Park, Picnic Shelter #1. We will begin at 6:00 pm with a potluck dinner followed by a meeting. Patty will grill hot dogs. Bring a dish to share and your own beverage. After dinner, Tims Ford Park Ranger […]
Tuesday, August 29 — Chilhowee Mountain and Benton Falls, 5.2 miles, easy, loop. On Chilhowee Mountain, we’ll start by circumnavigating McKamy Lake, a short and easy stroll around what might also be called a large pond. Or perhaps a big mud hole, depending on the whims of the powers-that-be. Then we proceed one and a half […]
Joint hike with Upper-Cumberland. Long Hike: 6 mi round trip moderate. Short Hike: 3 mile moderate round trip. Bring (electrolytes) water and a snack. Don’t forget tick/bug spray and sunscreen. Persons 18 and over, members and non-members welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Depart 7:30 am CDST from Dorton Methodist Church, 3405 HWY […]
Saturday, September 2 — Chickamauga Western Loop, 6.4 miles, easy/moderate, 440’ el. gain, loop. This gentle trail through the woods and fields of the Chickamauga Battlefield includes an optional ascent of Snodgrass Hill, where General George Thomas, the “Rock of Chickamauga,” held off the Confederate attack long enough for the Union army to retrench in […]
Tuesday, September 5 — Johnston Woods Trail, 3.9 miles, easy. It is exciting to discover this previously unknown trail that is very close to our Ooltewah Food City carpool location! It gets a high rating on AllTrails. Please meet in Food City Ooltewah parking area near its gas station, right off I-75 exit 11, at […]
Social hour begins at 6 pm with the meeting starting at 7 pm. This month we are happy to present Rick Lausten with his program on his latest trek across England. As many of you know, Rick and his troupe set out every 2-3 years and hike long distances in the English countryside and this […]
Cumberland Trail: Rock Creek Gorge Plus, Sale Creek, TN. Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. Long Hike: 8.8 miles moderate to strenuous hiking from the Reto Hughes Trailhead including the Rock Creek Loop ending at the Upper Leggett Trailhead. Short Hike: 5.4 mile moderate doing the thru hike only. Vehicle shuttle required. Beautiful cascades along […]
Picnic starts at 5 pm. Hike the Soldier Beach Trail first at 4:15pm. Bring a side dish or dessert to share, your own drinks and meat to grill. The Chapter will supply the charcoal, plates and plasticware. Please email or text Bill ttachairperson68@gmail.com 931-335-9360 for info.
Nashville Chapter of Tennessee Trails Association work day led by Heather Gallagher. Members of other chapters are welcome to join us!Heather will provide all tools and gloves. Activities to include invasive removal, trail rehab, or whatever the ranger needs. TTA has committed to provide 4-6 volunteers, water and snacks. Please consider helping. Meet at 9:30 […]
Come join us for a trip up to Flat Top Mtn Farm for U-Pick Zinnias and Sunflowers on Friday, September 8th followed by lunch on the lake at Trish Appleton’s. From their website “Come stroll through the fields of the zinnias and sunflowers. Pick zinnias and sunflowers for $12 in a container that you get to […]
This is an easy trail around Indian Boundary Lake. The loop is 3.1 miles on a very nice hiking-biking trail along the shoreline with only minor ups and downs. After the hike, we will picnic and swim. We will start our hike and picnic at the swimming area which has a broad sandy beach and […]
Saturday, September 9 – Tims Ford State Park Trails, Winchester, TN. Lost Creek Overlook Trail and a portion of Ray Branch Shoreline Trail. Then Spann House Trail followed by a hike down The Story Book Trail to a lovely beach where we can swim and cool off. Seven miles total, easy to moderate. These trails have great overlooks of […]
Saturday, September 9 – Tims Ford State Park Trails, Winchester, TN. Lost Creek Overlook Trail and a portion of Ray Branch Shoreline Trail. Then Spann House Trail followed by a hike down The Story Book Trail to a lovely beach where we can swim and cool off. Seven miles total, easy to moderate. These trails have great overlooks of […]
Susan Woods will lead us on a morning hike at Johnsonville for a 3 mile hike. We will meet at the park's visitor center at 9:30. After this hike we can stop at the Cafe in Camden for lunch or you can bring your own and eat at one of the picnic area. We will […]
Ravenwood Park, Nashville, TN. 4 miles. Easy. Come see the newly opened Ravenwood Park. Meet near the swing sets in the playground at the top of the hill in Ravenwood Park. Starting at 9 am. We will explore the park from the crest of the hill and walk to the river. About 4 miles. This park is […]
Joint Hike with the Clarksville Chapter of Tennessee Trails Association. This hike is a moderate 3.5 mile trek. Founded in 1945, Paris Landing State Park was named after an old steamboat and freight landing on the Tennessee River. In the 1800s, the river landing was an important spot for the delivery of goods to serve […]
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 parking lot off Hebbertsburg Rd by the yellow gate. GPS: 35.95912-84.84659.
Bring water, bug spray, sunscreen and a snack. Persons 18 and over, members and non-members welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. For more information contact hike coordinator, Sirka, email plateaulocalwalks@yahoo.com or text (404) 790-3945.
Tuesday, September 12 — Rainbow Lake Loop on Signal Mountain. Easy, about 3½ to 4 miles. This is an old favorite! We’ll take Rainbow Lake Trail, Bee Branch loop, and the Orange Trail up Middle Creek for half a mile or so. Due to limited parking at the trailhead, please meet at 8:30 am ET […]
Tuesday, September 12. Beaman Park. Laurel Woods Trail. 12.5 miles. 9:00 am. Difficult because of length and hills. To get to trailhead parking, go towards the nature center but turn right on Eaton’s Creek Rd before you get there. Continue about 0.9 miles, then turn left on Little Marrowbone Rd. The entrance will be 0.6 […]
Short Hike: Drive to Pleasant Hill to hike 3 short trails totalling 2.7 mi. Lake Alice 1.5mi, Frey Branch 1.0mi, ADA 0.2mi (Frey Branch and ADA are 2 new trails). Then drive to Meadow Park Creek to hike a 3.0mi trail along the reservoir. Long Hike led by Melissa: Airport trail 2.3mi (New county trail) […]
NOTE DATE CHANGE - 2nd WEDNESDAY, September 13 - 7:00 P.M. CT. Barfield Crescent Park Wilderness Station. J.C. Saunders is our guest speaker. He was a postdoctoral fellow in mathematics at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev 2018-2020. He will share pictures he took of Israel, including hikes he did there. He will also show pictures […]
Friday-Sunday, September 15-17 – Tims Ford State Park Little Island Camping and Hiking. Joint event with the Highland Rim chapter. Friday evening, we will set up camp on Little Island. Saturday, we will kayak Tims Ford Lake to Ray Branch Peninsula and hike the Evans Loop Trail. This section of the Ray Branch Shoreline Trail […]
September 15-17 – Camping on Little Island on Tims Ford Lake. Kayaking on Tims Ford Lake and hiking on Ray Branch Peninsula. Joint outing with the Murfreesboro Chapter, Sara Pollard. Contact Joan Hartvigsen to reserve a spot on Little Island, jhartvigs@comcast.net or 931-962-0811. Saturday we will kayak to Ray Branch Peninsula and hike Evans Loop Trail and a section of the Ray Branch Shoreline Trail. Total […]
South Cumberland SP, Fiery Gizzard Trail out and back to Ravens Pointvia the Dog Hole Trail, 10.6 total miles, difficult. The whole trail is on natural turf in the woods. You will see large rock formations, beautiful creeks, waterfalls, and spectacular views. The first 2 miles or so are strenuous. Trekking poles and hiking shoes […]
Saturday, September 16 — Sewanee Perimeter Trail, 6.2 miles in and out, moderate, 800-1000’ el. gain. We’ll start at the Lake Cheston trailhead and hike to Elliott's Point, passing Otey Point on the way. The temperatures should be a little cooler on the plateau, with shade and views. The trail is rocky in places with ups and downs, but […]
Located only 40 minutes from downtown Nashville, TN in Dickson County, Montgomery Bell State Park serves as a natural oasis for local city dwellers and a peaceful vacation destination for travelers. Three lakes are nestled into the 3,850-acre park and provide visitors the opportunity to soak up the sun on their swim beach shores and […]
Saturday, September 16 – “Pick a Park” series. Pickwick Landing State Park. 2.8 miles rated easy. While the park is known more for water sports and golf, we will stroll around the Island Loop peninsula. Rated easy, but dress appropriately and hydrate accordingly. Meet at the campground office at 10:00 A.M. CT to stamp your […]
Distance: 3.1 miles. Rating: Easy to moderate.
Stonehenge Trail is a 3.1 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail that features a great forest setting and is good for all skill levels. The trail winds north through woods, crossing a small seasonal creek a couple of times. Volunteers built two bridges to make it easier to cross at times of high water.
MEET AT: the Heatherhurst Golf Club’s lower parking lot. 421 Stonehenge Drive Crossville, TN 38558
Bring water, bug spray, sunscreen and a snack. Persons 18 and over, members and non-members welcome. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs must be leashed. For more information contact hike coordinator, Melissa email plateaulocalwalks@yahoo.com or text (763)742-2934.
Tuesday, September 19 — Savage Gulf Day Loop Trail, Easy, 4.1 miles, lollipop loop. A walk through the woods on top of the plateau along with a trip down to beautiful Savage Falls. For carpooling/caravanning, meet at the Durham Street parking lot (ball fields) off Dayton Pike in Soddy-Daisy at 8.30 am ET. https://bit.ly/3Qjdc0S Please register with […]
Monthly Chapter Meeting. Meet 6:00 PM CDT, at Wade Bourne Nature Center, 2308 Rotary Park Dr, Clarksville. Two volunteers will provide snacks for everyone. Bring your own drinks. Contact Paula Sanders 954-993-5541 or Suva Bastin 931-645-2849.
Wednesday, September 20 - Sewanee Perimeter Trail. Sewanee Memorial Cross to Bridal Veil Falls. 5 miles rated moderate. The hike will start at the Memorial Cross that runs below the bluff and sandstone overhangs. Bridal Veil Falls appears from the side of the mountain, cascades 27 feet down a limestone cliff, drops about 25 feet […]
Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. This is one of the best hikes we do, featuring waterfalls, rock houses, and gorge overlooks. BRING WATER SHOES and extra socks JUST IN CASE. Short Hike: 3.5 mile half of the loop exiting the trail at the overlook with a road walk back to the cars. Long Hike: […]
Wednesday, September 20. Burch Reserve Trail at Edwin Warner Park, Nashville. 3 mile loop. Moderate. We will meet at the Warner Park Nature Center, 7311 Highway 100, Nashville 37221 at 10:00 a.m. We will hike from the Nature Center, across Hwy 100, to the Burch Reserve parking lot where the trail begins. Dogs are prohibited […]
Friday, September 22 Marietta Poteet will lead a trip on the Potter/Lost Cove Trail in Sewanee. It is a 7.5 miles trail which requires a shuttle. We will drop down into Lost Cove and walk along the creek until the maintained trail ends. Then we will continue past a buffalo farm and ascend up the […]
We will hike a 4 mile loop along the Wolf River in the woods and along a mile of boardwalk. The park is located at the end of Byhalia Road, 419 Johnson Park Drive. It is a lovely forest trail with some deep ravine crossings and several overviews of the Wolf River. We will park in the […]
We will hike a 4 mile loop along the Wolf River in the woods and along a mile of boardwalk. The park is located at the end of Byhalia Road, 419 Johnson Park Drive. It is a lovely forest trail with some deep ravine crossings and several overviews of the Wolf River. We will park in the […]
CT Stinging Fork State Natural Area, Spring City, TN. Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. Short hike: 3 strenuous miles to Stinging Fork Falls and back. Long Hike: Cumberland Trail is mostly strenuous 7 miles but absolutely gorgeous. Requires a car shuttle. There is a one mile easy mile walking through the woods midway for […]
National Public Lands Day. Rotary Park. Pick up Litter. Bring a garbage bag. Meet 8 a.m. CDT at the Amphitheater Parking Lot off E Old Ashland City Road.Contact Steve Turner 931-220-0927.
Cancelled - but you can celebrate National Public Lands Day at the Stones River Battlefield in Murfreesboro. The Barfield staff will be working with the Stones River Battlefield that day for Public Lands Day. If you would like to sign up for that, you can do so here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/murfreesboros-national-public-lands-day-tickets-694846302997
Saturday, September 23 —Cumberland Trail: Black Mountain Trail, 6.4 miles, moderate, 1400’ el. gain, out-and-back. This trail has a bit of everything, woods, ruins, views, creeks. For carpooling/caravanning, meet at the Durham Street parking lot (ball fields) off Dayton Pike in Soddy-Daisy at 8.30 am ET. https://bit.ly/3Qjdc0S Please register with hike leader, Tammy Hendrick, 315-949-8187. Carpool cost […]
The hike will start at the Sinking Creek trailhead parking lot. The trail basically follows the shoreline of Tellico Lake and the total distance is about 4.5 miles. The trail is relatively flat, a few hills but nothing difficult. At the end of the trail we will have to walk about 1.5 miles on a […]
Pickett State Park & Pogue Creek Canyon State Natural AreaJamestown, TN10 miles. Moderately strenuous for terrain and length.We’ll depart from Arch Lake in Pickett State Park and hike segments of its Ridge and Moccasin Rock trails on through Pickett State Forest. We’ll continue through Pogue Creek Canyon to the overlook and back, then onto the […]
Distance: 1.2 miles (loop). Rating: Easy Explore this 1.2-mile loop trail near Crossville, Tennessee. Generally considered an easy route. This trail is great for hiking, running, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. MEET AT: the Trailhead on Wyatt Court, off Woodlawn Rd. (Close to Buc-ee’s) Bring water, bug […]
Monday, September 25, 7:00 pm at the DW Wilson Community Center, 501 N. Collins Street, Tullahoma. Our program speaker is TTA Scenic City Chapter Chair, Will Latham. About a year ago, the Scenic City Chapter hosted a 2-day professionally led trail safety and first aid course with a CPR certification option. While many topics in […]
Tuesday, September 26 – Grundy Forest Day Loop, Lone Rock Loop, picnic, Grundy Lake Swim. Four miles total, easy to moderate. South Cumberland State Park, Tracy City, TN. Grundy Forest Day loop features cascading streams, multiple waterfalls and giant hemlocks. Lone Rock Loop circles the largest of the four lakes at Grundy Lakes State Park and loops by remains of […]
Tuesday, September 26 — Grundy Forest Day Loop, Lone Rock Loop, picnic, Grundy Lake Swim, 4 miles, easy to moderate. South Cumberland State Park, Tracy City, TN. Grundy Forest Day loop features cascading streams, multiple waterfalls and giant hemlocks. Lone Rock Loop circles the largest of the four lakes at Grundy Lakes State Park and loops by remains of the […]
At first glance, Cedar Glades may not look very interesting. On closer inspection, however, they reveal an ecological complexity unique to Middle Tennessee. Join Margie Hunter - author, naturalist, gardener, Board of Directors for the TN Naturalist Program and facilitator for the Long Hunter State Park Chapter. She will explore the geology and physical conditions […]
Short Hike: 3-4 miles loop around the top of Black Mt. Howard will shuttle the long hikers up Black Mt then lead the short hike. Long Hike: Black Mountain to Ozone Falls, 8 miles. Difficult due to steep climbs and descents. Requires a car shuttle. The trail is on natural turf through the woods. Trekking […]
Wednesday, September 27. Bledsoe Creek State Park. 3 miles. 9:30 am. Moderate. We will start and end at the boat dock and public launch ramp parking area, which is the road just past the road to the visitor center/park office. We will hike the Birdsong Nature Trail to the park office, make a bathroom stop and […]
Thursday, September 28. Chapter meeting, Hendersonville library. 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker is Joey Holland of the Wildflower Society of Sumner County (and formerly of the TN Dept of Environment and Conservation). Please bring donations for the wine baskets we will assemble for the TTA annual meeting silent auction–bottles of wine, fancy chocolates, nuts, […]
September 30 @ 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. This is a 5 mile moderate sometimes strenuous section we haven't done before. Long Hike: 5 mi thru hike requiring a car shuttle. Short Hike: 3.5 mile total in/out. Bring (electrolytes) water, snacks and lunch. Don’t forget tick/bug spray and sunscreen. […]
Beaman Park, east section of Laurel Woods Trail, 7.5 miles, difficult due to length and elevation changes. The trail is well constructed in pretty woods on natural turf. There is a good view of the Nashville skyline. Dogs are welcome if on a leash. Meet 8:00 A.M. CT, Madison Street Food Lion parking lot. ∼32 […]
Saturday, September 30 – Short Springs State Natural Area Work Day. Meet at 8:00 am in the parking lot, 2250 Short Springs Road, Tullahoma. Specific tasks will be announced. Contact Joan Hartvigsen to let her know you can help, jhartvigs@comcast.net or 931-636-2914.
Saturday, September 30 — Polly Branch Falls Trail near Sparta. Moderate, 9.4 miles, 1100’ el. gain, loop. This hike includes two waterfalls, a cascade, and the headwaters of the Caney Fork River. The trail may be overgrown in places, but it is an interesting hike! Bring lunch and the other summer essentials. For carpooling/caravanning, meet […]
Nashville Urban Hike, Nashville, TN. 4-5 miles. Easy. Meet at War Memorial Plaza, in the courtyard by the statue, at 8:30 am. We will walk up to Rutledge Hill and back, seeing many fascinating parts of downtown up close, including the Cumberland River, lower Broadway, the rebuilding of 2nd Avenue North and more. Call hike […]
Saturday, September 30 – Nashville Urban Hike. Cumberland River Greenway, Metro Center Levee. Approximately 8 miles round trip. We will depart the trailhead at 9:00 A.M. CT and walk along the Cumberland River to Riverfront Park in downtown Nashville. This trail features an alternative view of downtown from the industrial areas of Metro Center, Germantown, […]
