Wednesday, January 8 – Liberty Park Loop, 3 Miles, Easy
Trail is paved except for approximately a half a mile divided between wooden tread and natural turf. Most of the trail runs along the main channel of the Cumberland River and a cove with a large marina. There is a tribute to Wilma Rudolph who became a world-record-holding Olympic champion. You also pass a statue of Pat Summit Head who was the head women’s basketball coach at UT and accrued the third most wins in women’s basketball history.
Hike Commences at 9am CT – Liberty Park Pond Parking Area
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 Park Drive as you enter the Park. There are bathrooms at the trailhead.
CUMBERLAND MOUNTAIN STATE PARK: Storybook Paved Trail
December 8
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10:00 am
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11:30 am
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 the road by the Park Office turn around and return. (There are public restrooms in the park office building and the restaurant.)
Cumberland Mountain State is about four miles southeast of Crossville on Highway 127.
MEET AT:the kayak marina behind the restaurant in Cumberland State Park. 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, Sirka, email plateaulocalwalks@yahoo.com or text (404) 790-3945.
Established in 1982. Offers 2.1 miles of paved walking trails, much of which is along the banks of the scenic Wild Obed River! Approximately 35 acres located off HWY 70 West, just past the entrance to the Cumberland County Community Complex. While exploring the park, be on the lookout for 2 historical Markers – FIRST: Broken Dam from the 1930s – Second signifies the site where the railroad once crossed the Obed River.
MEET AT:24 Obed River Park Drive, Crossville, TN.
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, Gale, email plateaulocalwalks@yahoo.com or text (404760) 832-1953.