Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
Calendar of Events
S Sun
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
2 events,
Covenant College Trails
Covenant College Trails
Tuesday, December 3 — Covenant College Trails near Lookout Mountain GA, about 4.5 miles, easy/moderate. A shorter option is also available. This private college has eight interconnecting trails wandering through pleasant woods on the southern side of its campus. The trail map looks like a spilled jar of giant gummy worms! We’ll manage to do all these […]
Quarterly Meeting
Quarterly Meeting
Meeting Location: Barnabas Center, 506 Fair St, Franklin, TN 37064. Social Hour: 6:00 pm. We will start the quarterly meeting at 6:20 p.m. to plan hikes in the third quarter, review the 2025 TTA Annual Meeting plans/progress, and other miscellaneous projects. At 7 p.m., we will have a presentation from Libby Francis, president emeritus of […]
2 events,
BSF – Honey Creek Oneida, TN.
BSF – Honey Creek Oneida, TN.
Wednesday Dec 4 - BSF - Honey Creek 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 […]
Dunbar Cave State Park – 2.5 Miles, Easy
Dunbar Cave State Park – 2.5 Miles, Easy
Circular Hike through Dunbar Cave State Park. This is a great hike mostly on natural turf and around the Lake. There are some inclines. Hike Commences at 9:00am – Meet at the Welcome Center. Dunbar Cave State Park, Clarksville, TN Hike Leader – Jan 931-220-4140
4 events,
Volunteer Day at Beaman Park
Volunteer Day at Beaman Park
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 Beaman […]
10 events,
W. C. Johnson Park, Collierville, TN
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. Park at the restroom […]
Canceled Cancelled – Shelby Bottoms Hike
Saturday, Dec. 7 - Shelby Bottoms, Shelby Park, Nashville TN. 4 miles. Easy. We will take a leisurely hike/walk on the back trails ( off the paved greenway) of Shelby Bottoms. These trails are wide, wooded, completely flat and off the beaten pathway of all the runners and bikers. Meet at the Forrest Green Trailhead, which is at the end […]
Hike Change – Cumberland Trail – Pot Point Loop is now Snoopers Rock to the Natural Bridge – Prentice Cooper State Forest
Saturday, December 7 – Hike Change - Pot Point Loop hike is now: Prentice Cooper State Forest. Snoopers Rock to the Natural Bridge. 6.2 miles out and back plus optional 1.4 miles out and back to Blowing Wind Falls on the Ritchie Hollow trail and is rated moderate. Joint hike with the Highland Rim chapter. […]
Rotary Park – 3.5 Miles Easy
Rotary Park – 3.5 Miles Easy
This is a short hike in Clarksville’s Rotary Park. The trail is mostly shaded and with natural turf and includes a couple of stream crossings and a walk along the streams. Hike will commence at 8am CT at Rotary Park. Trailhead on Rotary Park Drive as you enter the Park. There are bathrooms at the […]
CT: Head of Sequatchie Part of Hinch Mountain Section
CT: Head of Sequatchie Part of Hinch Mountain Section
Saturday Dec 7 - Cumberland Trail: Head of Sequatchie Part of Hinch Mountain Section, out-and-back, about 8 miles, maybe 1500’-2000’ el. gain, strenuous. We will start at Head of the Sequatchie. The trail starts with a bang, going up moderately for a while, and then steeply up. This is followed by more moderate up hills […]
Snoopers Rock to Natural Bridge
Snoopers Rock to Natural Bridge
Saturday, December 7 – Natural Bridge via Snoopers Rock, Prentice Cooper State Forest, 6.2 miles out-and-back, with an optional spur of 1.4 miles down and back to Blowing Wind Falls on the Ritchie Hollow Trail, moderate with ups and downs. We will start at Snoopers Rock, a large, wide-open outcrop overlooking the Grand Canyon of […]
Cumberland Trail. CANCELLED
Cumberland Trail. CANCELLED
Saturday, December 7 — Cumberland Trail near Chattanooga, Pot Point Loop, 11.7 miles, difficult due to distance. This trail in Prentice Cooper State Forest marks the southern end of the Cumberland Trail. We will go along the Grand Canyon of the Tennessee River, where this beautiful river cuts a gorge through the Cumberland Plateau. We will enjoy the […]
Natural Bridge via Snoopers Rock
Natural Bridge via Snoopers Rock
Saturday, December 7 – Natural Bridge via Snoopers Rock Hike. Prentice Cooper State Forest, Marion County west of Chattanooga. 6.2 miles out and back plus optional 1.4 miles out and back to Blowing Wind Falls on the Ritchie Hollow Trail. Moderate: ups and downs. Joint hike with the Murfreesboro Chapter. This hike visits two scenic […]
Montgomery Bell State Park
Montgomery Bell State Park
Saturday, December 7, 2024 The following is information for our December 7th hike at Montgomery Bell State Park.Event: Montgomery Bell State Park Hike, 1020 Jackson Hill Road, Burns, TN 37029Date: December 7, 2024Time: 9:00 AMFor the Columbia/Franklin group who want to carpool, we will meet at 8:00 AM at Tollgate Medical Plaza, 1106 Elliston Way, […]
Hike and Holiday Party
Hike and Holiday Party
Saturday, December 7 –Bledsoe Creek State Park—Hike and Holiday Party. Meet at Shelter 2 at 10am for the 3 mile hike. The holiday pot luck will begin at noon. Crockpot chili, sides, dessert, beverages are on the menu—contact Judy Jenkins to sign up for what to bring. Bring a gift ($15.00) for Dirty Santa game. […]
1 event,
Walk in the Woods
Walk in the Woods
CUMBERLAND MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Storybook Paved Trail Distance: 1.2 miles (round-trip). Rating: Easy (completely paved) This trail is 0.6 miles in length giving a 1.2 mile roundtrip hike. Start at the kayak marina behind the restaurant. Cross the wooden bridge onto the Storybook Trail. Stop along the way and read the kid friendly signs. When you reach […]
1 event,
Mobray Pike to Hotwater Road
Mobray Pike to Hotwater Road
Tuesday, December 10 — Cumberland Trail: Mobray Pike to Hotwater Road/Little Soddy Trailhead, near Soddy Daisy, 4.9 miles, easy/moderate. Highlights include spectacular views of the valley from the escarpment, boulders and rock formations, seams of coal, and at the northern end, a historic walk through the remnants of one of the oldest tunnel coal-mining operations in Tennessee. Of […]
1 event,
Stinging Fork State Natural Area to Piney River Spring City, TN.
Stinging Fork State Natural Area to Piney River Spring City, TN.
Wednesday Dec 11- Stinging Fork State Natural Area, to Piney River 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 is absolutely gorgeous. Requires a car shuttle. There is a one- mile easy mile […]
1 event,
Plateau Chapter Christmas Party! *RSVP*
Plateau Chapter Christmas Party! *RSVP*
Thursday Dec 12 – Plateau Chapter Christmas Party. Location: First Methodist Church Annex 69 Neecham St. Party starts at 6:00 pm CDST. Pot luck (bring a dish to share) and a $15-20 nice gift for the Christmas gift exchange. Gift exchange is optional. Wear your ugly Christmas sweater. The Chapter will furnish plates and silverware. No Alcohol […]
5 events,
Meeman-Shelby Forest – Woodland Trail and Christmas Party
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 […]
Fort Donelson National Battlefield – 5 Miles Moderate
Fort Donelson National Battlefield – 5 Miles Moderate
We hike around the battlefield and through Fort Donelson National Cemetery. Most of the trail is in the woods on natural turf. We pass by the Cumberland River and sometimes see Bald Eagles. Dogs are welcome if on a leash. The Battle of Fort Donelson, February 11–16, 1862, was the first major Union victory in […]
Signal Mountain: Rainbow Lake and Beyond
Signal Mountain: Rainbow Lake and Beyond
Saturday, December 14 — Signal Mountain trails, up to three options: (1) long hike of 8-10 miles, moderate; (2) medium hike of around 4-5 miles, easy/moderate; (3) short 2.2-mile hike, 348’ el. gain, easy. A short shuttle is required for the medium hike. We will all start at the Rainbow Lake trailhead on Ohio Avenue and hike to Rainbow […]
Greeter Falls Hike
Greeter Falls Hike
Saturday, December 14 – Greeter Falls Hike, Savage Gulf West Trailhead. 550 Greeter Falls Road, Altamont. TN. Greeter Falls Trail, Greeter Trail, Blue Hole Trail. About 4 miles total. Moderate due to rough footing. This trail combination features Upper and Lower Greeter Falls, and Boardtree Falls and a walk to one of the best views […]
GSMNP – Walker Sisters Place
GSMNP – Walker Sisters Place
Join our hikers on this historic adventure to the homestead of the Walker Sisters. There were 7 Sisters raised in this Little Greenbrier Cove but 6 actually stayed and made the cabin their forever home. They were very self-sufficient and were allowed to remain in their cabin until their deaths even after the park was […]
6 events,
Walk in the Woods
Walk in the Woods
MEADOW LAKE: Soldier’s Beach Trail Distance: 1.9 miles. Rating: Easy to moderate due to erosion & roots Soldier’s Beach Trail at Meadow lake is a 1.9 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Crossville, Tennessee that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels. MEET AT: the trailhead, 1437 City Lake […]
Garrison Road Loop and Nature Trails
Garrison Road Loop and Nature Trails
Sunday, December 15 – Garrison Road Loop and the Nature Trail. Old Stone Fort State Park, Manchester, TN. Total mileage 2.5 miles rated easy. Joint hike with the Murfreesboro Chapter. We will meet at 1:00 pm CST at the Old Stone Fort picnic pavilion in the picnic area. We will walk across the Duck River […]
Old Stone Fort Hike – Garrison Road and Nature Trails
Old Stone Fort Hike – Garrison Road and Nature Trails
Sunday, December 15 – Old Stone Fort State Park Hike. 2.5 miles rated easy. This hike precedes the Murfreesboro-Highland Rim Chapters Christmas Party & Potluck at the Ada Wright Center in Manchester. We will meet at 1:00 pm at the Old Stone Fort picnic pavilion. We will walk across the Duck River historic pedestrian bridge […]
Murfreesboro – Highland Rim Christmas Party & Potluck
Murfreesboro – Highland Rim Christmas Party & Potluck
On Sunday December 15, 2024 the Murfreesboro and Highland Rim Chapters will hold a joint Christmas Party! From 2:00 to 7:30 pm, we will gather at the conveniently located Ada Wright Center in Fred Deadman Park, 328 N Woodland Street, Manchester (map). The Ada Wright Center is located next to the Little Duck River Greenway, a […]
Christmas Party & Potluck – Murfreesboro and Highland Rim Chapters
Christmas Party & Potluck – Murfreesboro and Highland Rim Chapters
Sunday, December 15 – Murfreesboro and Highland Rim Christmas Party & Potluck. 2:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Ada Wright Center in Fred Deadman Park, 328 N. Woodland Street, Manchester. The Ada Wright Center is located next to the Little Duck River Greenway, a paved walking trail that offers an opportunity to take a stroll. Also, […]
Nashville Chapter Holiday Party
Nashville Chapter Holiday Party
We'll be celebrating at the home of Alice Cannon in Green Hills. RSVP by text to Doug Burroughs at 615-587-0085 with the number in your party. Address and parking details to be provided in follow-up email. Alice will provide lasagna as well as plates, napkins, cups, silverware, water, and ice. Bring your own (pot luck) […]
3 events,
Tims Ford
Tims Ford
Tuesday, December 17 – Tims Ford State Park Trails, Winchester TN, short hike 3.4 miles, easy, or longer hike, 7.2 miles, easy to moderate. We will combine the Marble Plains Overlook Trail, Marble Plains Loop Trail, and the Lost Creek Overlook Trail for a beautiful hike along the shores of Tims Ford Lake, through the forest, […]
Nashville Urban hike
Nashville Urban hike
Tuesday, December 17—Nashville urban hike beginning at Scarritt Bennett College and lunch following hike at Susie Gray Dining Hall. 3 miles. Carpoolers meet at Glenbrook Kroger at 9am to ride to the starting point. All meet at 10am at Scarritt Bennett campus parking lot A located on 18th Ave. South. Look for the green sign […]
Clarksville Chapter Meeting, Rotary Park
Clarksville Chapter Meeting, Rotary Park
Meet at 6:30pm CT at the Wade Bourne Nature Center This will be our Christmas Potluck. Bring main or desserts to share and a preferred drink, we will have cups, plates, and silverware available.
1 event,
CT: North Chickamauga Section Soddy Daisy, TN.
CT: North Chickamauga Section Soddy Daisy, TN.
Wednesday Dec 18 - Cumberland Trail North Chickamauga Section, Soddy Daisy, TN. LONG HIKE: Starting from the Barker Camp Rd trailhead we'll hike 8.3 miles round-trip to Cooper Creek and back. There is a nice overlook near Panther Branch. SHORT HIKE: 5 mi round trip to Panther Branch Overlook and back. Depart from Central Baptist […]
1 event,
Sherwood Forest Hike
Sherwood Forest Hike
Thursday, December 19 – Sherwood Forest State Natural Area, Sewanee, TN. South Cumberland State Park – Lost Cove Area. Easy three mile loop hike. This hike offers great views, beautiful forests and interesting geologic features, including a natural bridge. Meet at 9 am CST at the trailhead. Bring water, a snack and hiking poles. Please register […]
1 event,
Rescheduled: Beaman Park Hike
Rescheduled: Beaman Park Hike
Rescheduled due to weather: Friday, December 16 — Beaman Park, Ashland City, TN. 3.2 miles. Moderate because of hills. Meet at the Beaman Park Nature Center, hike down Sedgehill Trail to Henry Creek, then around the Henry Hollow Loop, and back up Sedgehill Trail. Be ready to step off at 9:00 AM. Hike should take […]
3 events,
John Litton Loop, Big South Fork NRA, ONEIDA, TN
John Litton Loop, Big South Fork NRA, ONEIDA, TN
The John Litton loop is about a 6 mile long moderate hike with some small waterfalls and some rock formations along the way. The trail is named for John Litton who settled in the area around 1900 and his dwelling and outbuildings are still standing. Bring lunch, snacks, (electrolytes) water, bug spray and sunscreen. Sturdy […]
Soddy Creek Gorge
Soddy Creek Gorge
Saturday, December 21 — Cumberland Trail: part of Soddy Creek Gorge Section (North) near Soddy Daisy, about 7 miles, moderately strenuous due to rocks and hiking into and out of gorges. Optional shorter hike, about 5 miles, moderate, exiting by the climbers’ parking lot. Short shuttle. Our hike will begin at the Little Soddy trailhead on Hotwater […]
Sherwood Forest State Natural Area – Sewanee
Sherwood Forest State Natural Area – Sewanee
Saturday, December 21 - Sherwood Forest State Natural Area. Sewanee. 3-mile loop rated easy. This hike offers great views, beautiful forests and interesting geological features. After the hike we will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Directions to trailhead: Take Exit 134 off Interstate 24, turn left toward Sewanee for 3.1 miles. Turn left on […]
1 event,
CT Brady Mountain, Grassy Cove, TN
CT Brady Mountain, Grassy Cove, TN
The Brady Mountain hike is approximately 6 difficult miles with a 1,000 foot elevation change. The hike includes a great overlook that on a clear day you can see the Smokies and rock formations past the overlook. Depart from Central Baptist Church at 8:00 am CDST. Carpool cost is $1. Bring hiking poles, wear hiking […]
1 event,
Holiday Greenway Hike
Holiday Greenway Hike
Tuesday, December 24 — Holiday Greenway hike, Franklin, TN. Up to 5+ miles. Easy. Celebrate the holiday with a greenway hike starting at 7:30 a.m. The hike is out and back, so it is easy to turn around early if you would like a shorter distance. Meet in Franklin at the corner of 2nd Ave N. […]
1 event,
Enterprise South
Enterprise South
Saturday, December 28 — Enterprise South Nature Park, 6.3 miles, easy/moderate. We’ll make a wriggly lollypop by starting on Poe Run, which does a reasonably good job of resembling the stick of the lollipop. Then we make a loop by following Hawkins Ridge Trail through all its wriggles and then crossing a road to Dogwood Ridge Trail (not […]
1 event,
Walk in the Woods
Walk in the Woods
Daddy’s Creek Trail OVERLOOK 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. […]
2 events,
Summit Knobs Trail
Summit Knobs Trail
Tuesday, December 31 — Summit Knobs Trail, Harrison, TN, about 5 miles, easy, approximately 550’ elevation gain, in-and-out. This hike will take us up and down gentle wooded hills to Harrison Branch Creek. The full name of the trail is Summit Knobs Equestrian Trail—we’ll have to watch our step! Restrooms are available. The trailhead is […]
8 events,
Wolf River Greenway
This 5 mile hike is flat and in the woods and partly on a gravel road. The trails are often used by people on horseback. Sturdy shoes or boots are recommended. Bring water and a snack. Rain will cancel the hike. Since this is a new hike for our group directions are as follows: Google maps […]
Seven Bridges & Overlook Trails Fairfield Glade, TN.
Seven Bridges & Overlook Trails Fairfield Glade, TN.
Wednesday January 1st - Seven Bridges and the Overlook Trails. Fairfield Glade Community. Seven Bridges Trail is a moderate 2.5 mile loop trail that features a great forest setting. The trail is good for all skill levels. The trail has interesting rock formations and SEVEN bridges. It is a “lollipop” configuration. Then we'll carpool to […]
Montgomery Bell State Park
Montgomery Bell State Park
Wednesday, January 1 – Montgomery Bell State Park, Montgomery Bell Trail, 6.4 Miles, Moderate. We will take our traditional hike along Creech Hollow Lake and at the tip of Lake Woodhaven. This will include some inclines along the way. Bring snacks – we do not plan on having a potluck this year. Depart 9am CT from Big […]
Preservation Park, Thompson’s Station
Preservation Park, Thompson’s Station
Location: 1600 Thompson's Station Rd W, Thompson's Station, TN 37179. Hike is moderately difficult with its ascents/descents. This 200-acre park is the newest addition to Thompson's Station. Formerly a local grazing pasture, this property was once part of the Battle of Thompson's Station, a noteworthy confederate victory in the Civil War. The majority of the […]
Tellico Lake – Ft. Loudoun Park
Tellico Lake – Ft. Loudoun Park
Wednesday. First Hike 2025-Fort Loudoun State Historic Park. The Park is located on Tellico Lake. Fort Loudoun was built in 1756, one of the earliest settlements by the British to secure the South during the French and Indian War in the middle 1700's. We'll start our hike on the Ridgetop Trail for half a mile, […]
New Year’s Hike – Bryant Grove Trail
New Year’s Hike – Bryant Grove Trail
Wednesday, January 1 -- The Bryant Grove Trail, Long Hunter State Park, Hermitage, TN. Joint hike with the Murfreesboro Chapter for New Year's Day! 8 miles total. Easy to Moderate for length. This is a multi-chapter hike for New Year’s Day! Bryant Grove is an “out and back” flat, winding trail connecting the Couchville Lake […]
New Year’s Day Hike
New Year’s Day Hike
Wednesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day Hike – Long Hunter State Park. Bryant Grove Trail. 8.0 miles rated moderate. Joint event with the Murfreesboro and Nashville chapters. The Bryant Grove Trail is an “out and back” flat, winding trail connecting the Couchville Lake area to the Bryant Grove Recreation Area and follows the shoreline […]
New Year’s Day Hike – Long Hunter State Park
New Year’s Day Hike – Long Hunter State Park
Wednesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day Hike – Long Hunter State Park. Bryant Grove Trail. 8.0 miles rated moderate. Joint event with the Highland Rim and Nashville chapters. The adage is what you do on the first day of the year, you will continue to do all year long. The Bryant Grove Trail is […]
0 events,
5 events,
Lucius Burch Natural Area – Germantown Road Trailhead
This is a 5.75 mile hike in the woods partly along the Wolf River on the White/Yellow/Blue trails in Lucius Burch Natural Area. The terrain is relatively flat with a few steep ravine crossings. Plan to hike 3 hours. We will meet in the paved Shelby Farms parking lot off Germantown Road across from Lowe's. […]
Rotary Park Loop
Rotary Park Loop
Saturday, January 4 – Rotary Park, 3.5 Miles, Moderate This is a short hike in Clarksville’s Rotary Park. The trail is mostly shaded and with natural turf and includes a couple of stream crossings and a walk along the streams. Dogs are welcome if on a leash. Hike commences 8am CT at Rotary Park. Trailhead on Rotary […]
Middle Creek/Slave Falls/Needle Arch, Big South Fork.
Middle Creek/Slave Falls/Needle Arch, Big South Fork.
Wednesday, January 4th - Middle Creek/Slave Falls/Needle Arch, Big South Fork. A moderate 6.5 mile hike featuring awesome rock houses, a waterfall, and an arch. A car shuttle will be arranged dropping off at Middle Creek trailhead and leaving a car at Sawmill trailhead. Depart from Cracker Barrel in Crossville 8:00 am CST. Carpool cost […]
Devils Breakfast Table
Devils Breakfast Table
Saturday, January 4 — Devil’s Breakfast Table Section of the Cumberland Trail (Take 2), near Crab Orchard TN, 7.6 miles, point-to-point, 1900’ el. gain, moderate due to rocky terrain and climbs. Relatively short shuttle. We will start our hike at the northern trailhead at Devil’s Breakfast Table on Daddy’s Creek and continue to Peavine Road and our […]
NEW: Cumberland Trail
NEW: Cumberland Trail
Mobrto \\ Mobray Pike to Posey Point, on the Cumberland Trail (CT) near Chattanooga, about 7 miles, moderate due to elevation gain toward the end of the hike. On this section of the CT, which runs close to the edge of the Cumberland Plateau, we'll have good views of the Tennessee Valley, including the twin […]