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 boots, (electrolytes) water, lunch 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. Sheila Miller, 931-260-6065 hike leader.
Monday, January 20 – Land Between the Lakes, Canal Loop Trail, 6.5 Miles,
The trail is in the woods on natural turf. We hike along both Kentucky and Barkley Lakes and may see a bald eagle and have plenty of lake views. Dogs are permitted if on a leash. We can also plan a visit to the Elk and Bison prairie in LBL on the way home, this will be optional. There is a privy at the trailhead.
Depart 8:00am CT from Neighborhood Walmart, 2551 Whitfield Rd, Clarksville. 75 Miles to the Trailhead. Carpool cost $10
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 special note, especially to people with names beginning with T, is a long natural rock bench conveniently located near the halfway point of our hike.
Check the weather forecast shortly before the hike, as earlier forecasts can change dramatically. Choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring a snack along with more water than you think you need and all that other stuff – insect repellent, hiking poles, sunscreen, and rain jacket as needed.
For carpooling/ caravanning, meet at 8.30 am ET at the Durham Street parking lot (ball fields) off Dayton Pike in Soddy-Daisy. https://bit.ly/3Qjdc0S Please register with hike leader (required for all Scenic City hikes): Roy & Marti Owensby at 423-309-0579. Carpool cost: $2.00.
Tuesday, February 25 — Bauxite Murky Marsh Trail, near Apison, TN, about 4.5 miles, easy to moderate, lollipop loop trail, approx. 300’ elevation gain. We will begin on Crashing Creek trail and then make the loop on Murky Marsh. Optional: an additional 1.0 mile on the Pogo’s Place Trail for a total of 5.5 miles. An enjoyable walk in the woods with lots of short ups and downs, a few foot bridges and small streams. The trailhead parking area is located off Bauxite Road and is very small. Thus, it is highly recommended to join the carpool.
Check the weather forecast within a day of the hike, as earlier forecasts can change dramatically. Choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring snacks and/or lunch along with more water than you think you need; use insect repellent, hiking poles, sunscreen, and rain jacket as needed.
For carpooling/ caravanning, meet in parking area near the gas station at Food City in Ooltewah, right off I-75 exit 11, at 8:30 am ET. https://bit.ly/3dwmbxn . Register with hike leader (required for all Scenic City hikes): Tim Booth, 423-400-2011. Carpool cost $2.00.
Tuesday, February 18 — Greenway Farms in Hixson, 4.7 miles, easy. We will combine the paved and graveled main path with the meadow trail that borders North Chickamauga Creek. From there, we will see the section of the creek that General Sherman used to sneak thousands of Union troops behind Rebel lines to join with Grant in the final battle to take Chattanooga before his march to Atlanta. After our stroll, some may be ready for lunch at nearby eateries on Hixson Pike.
Check the weather forecast within a day of the hike, as earlier forecasts can change dramatically. Choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring snacks and/or lunch along with more water than you think you need; use insect repellent, hiking poles, sunscreen, and rain jacket as needed.
Meet at Food City at 3801 Tennessee Ave, St. Elmo, at 8:30 am. Register with the hike leader (required for Register with the hike leader (required for all Scenic City hikes): Ginny Kidd, (423) 304-3799. Carpool: $2.00.
Tuesday, February 11 — Bear Paw Loop and part of the Chestnut Mountain loop, starting at the location of the burned-down Ocoee Whitewater Center, 5 miles, easy to moderate with some elevation gain to an overlook. We will cross the big walking bridge over the Ocoee River, which was built for the 1996 World Olympics. There will probably not be much water, but the rocks will be quite impressive! Our trails meander through the woods on the side of the river gorge.
Check the weather forecast within a day of the hike, as earlier forecasts can change dramatically. Choose appropriate layers; wear hiking shoes or boots; bring snacks and/or lunch along with more water than you think you need; use insect repellent, hiking poles, sunscreen, and rain jacket as needed.