Promoting the development and enjoyment of Tennessee trails.
Saturday, April 29 — Cumberland Trail: Stinging Fork Falls Section, about 6 miles, moderate/ strenuous, elevation gain 1,679’; short shuttle. We’ll start hiking from the bottom at the Shut In Gap Road parking lot. We’ll be entertained by the cascades of Soak Creek and the Little Piney Creek as we do steep ascents and descents repeatedly, […]
Saturday, June 17 — North Chickamauga Creek Gorge, Cumberland Trail, from Barker Camp Road to Stevenson’s Branch campsite, in & out, 9 miles, 1000’ el. gain, moderately difficult. We’ll be hiking to a beautiful overlook of the gorge then switch backing down to the creek, crossing Cooper Creek to the waterfall at Stevenson’s Branch. Bring water […]
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 […]
Saturday, July 29 — Savage Gulf: Stone Door to Saw Mill Campground via the Connector Trail, 10 miles, moderately challenging, out and back, 1676’ el. gain. We will stop at fantastic overlooks, descend the Stone Door, cross a few creeks, see the old Decatur Savage house, cross on a large bridge and refresh in the water […]
Saturday, August 5 — High Voltage Trail at Raccoon Mountain, 8-9 miles in & out, moderate, 1,200’ el. gain. We start next to the Tennessee River and gradually ascend to the top of Raccoon Mountain for a great overlook and lunch. Then we retrace our steps down the shared bike/hike path. For carpooling/caravanning, meet at the parking lot […]
Tuesday, August 8 — Little Cedar Mountain loop, 3.2 miles, easy. Located next to Nickajack Lake, we will hike up a mild elevation to a scenic overlook of the lake. Then descend to the shore. Interesting rocks to navigate over and around. An early start at 7:30 am ET to beat the heat, meeting at parking […]
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 […]
Saturday, October 7 — Bear Creek Backcountry Trail, 9 miles, 1300’, moderate, lollipop. This trail in Cloudland Canyon GA takes us through the forest, across Bear Creek (perhaps a wet crossing), and up to the northeast part of the park. At the top, we’ll loop through more forest and then follow the rim to some great […]
Saturday, December 23 — Boyd Gap to Brush Creek Trail in the Cherokee National Forest, 6 miles, moderate, 600’ el. gain, plus an optional second hike on the Scenic Spur Trail, starting at the foot of Chilhowee Mountain, 3.3 miles, easy, 393’ el. gain. The first hike involves an easy shuttle, a few creek crossings […]
Saturday, January 6 — Hinch Mountain Section of the Cumberland Trail, 8 to 9 miles, out-and-back, moderately strenuous. Starting at Stinging Fork Falls trailhead, we will explore this new section of the Cumberland Trail that turns off Stinging Fork trail and heads north towards Hinch Mountain. We will cross Stinging Fork Creek and Little Soak Creek, descend a rock stairway, walk through a pine forest, and ascend the gorge. We will return by retracing our steps. Check the weather forecast and choose […]
Saturday, February 17 — Cumberland trail: Retro-Hughes Road to Leggett Road, with a shuttle. Longer option: 8-9 miles, moderate, about 1000’ el. gain. Shorter option: 5.4 miles, moderate. We all start at the Retro-Hughes trailhead of the CT, traverse through a lovely pine forest, climb up a wooden ladder, and descend rock stairs into the impressive […]
Saturday, March 30 –Grundy Forest loop to the Fiery Gizzard and Raven’s Point, with return on the Dog Hole trail. 10 miles, nearly 1300’ el. gain, strenuous. Waterfalls, rock formations, boulder fields, panoramic overlooks! Check the weather forecast and choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring snacks and lunch along with more water than […]