Tennessee Trails Association

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Rock Creek Loop CANCELLED

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September 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Friday, September 27 – Rock Creek Loop, Big South Fork, Jamestown, TN – 7.5 miles – moderately strenuous for terrain, elevation change and length. Joint hike with the Nashville and Murfreesboro Chapters. We’ll descend to the rocky, mossy banks of Massey Branch and Rock Creek, passing below bluffs and along the remains of the Stearns logging railway. Much of the route is shared with the John Muir and Sheltowee Trace trails. Meet at the trailhead for a 9:15 AM CDT stepoff. Pack snacks, plenty of water, and lunch. Wear footwear appropriate for rugged trail; you may want to bring bug spray, sunscreen, and hiking poles. Register with Mark for details and updates: midtn@tnhiker.net (615) 669-3221. Some hikers will stay in the area and hike Twin Arches on Saturday, including those camping on the A loop at Bandy Creek Campground. Please make your own reservations.

Tims Ford Outing

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September 14 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Saturday, September 14 – Lost Creek Overlook Trail, Evans Loop and a section of  Ray Branch Trail; Ice Cream Social and Refreshing Swim.  Tims Ford State Park, Winchester, TN.  About 6 miles, easy to moderate.  Register with Joan Hartvigsen, jhartvigs@comcast.net or 931-636-2914.  Bring water and lunch.  You will need hiking shoes and hiking sticks and clothes to swim in.   We will enjoy awesome views of beautiful Tims Ford Lake at several overlooks.  We will walk above the treetops on two large suspension bridges.  We will hike through beautiful mature forests over rolling hills.  Our Ice Cream Social will take place on picnic tables overlooking the lake at Lakeview Marina. Our lovely swimming spot is located at the end of the short Story Book Trail. Meet at 9am in the Visitor Center parking lot.

Joan Hartvigsen

931-636-2914

Sewanee Perimeter Trail – Memorial Cross to Bridal Veil Falls

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September 21 All day

Saturday, September 21 – 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 more, and then disappears into a sinkhole. After viewing Bridal Veil Falls, we will continue west on the trail and loop back past Otey View, Clara’s Point and return to the Memorial Cross. Bring water, snacks, and lunch. For more information or to sign up, contact Sara Pollard at 615-714-3610 or sarabpollard@gmail.com

Sara Pollard

(615) 714-3610

Lucius Burch – White/Yellow/Blue Trail – South of Walnut Grove Road

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October 19 All day

Meet at the unpaved parking area on the south side of Walnut Grove immediately east of the Wolf River. Plan to hike 5-6 miles in 3 hours. Bring water and a snack. Hiking boots highly recommended. Rain will cancel the hike. Registration is required and please include your name and email or telephone number.

Peggy Sichveland

Airport North and South Trails, Crossville, TN.

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September 25 @ 7:30 am – 12:00 pm

Wednesday – Marathon hike. Both trails are a total of 5 mi easy. The trailhead is off Earl Jones Rd on the West end of the airport runways. Sturdy hiking boots and hiking sticks are recommended. Bring lunch, snacks, (electrolytes) water, 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 the outer parking lot of Harbor Freight, 145 Highland Square, Crossville, TN. Carpool cost is $1. For additional information contact the hike coordinator, Beth, text/call 928-782-5564.

Deb – txt 931-267-2243

CT Black Mountain Section. Crab Orchard, TN

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September 11 @ 7:30 am – 3:00 pm

Wednesday – Marathon Hike. Joint hike with Upper Cumberland Chapter. Long Hike: 8 miles rated moderate. Short Hike: 4-5 mi. We will start at the trailhead on Highway 68 and hike to the top of Black Mountain taking a spur trail to Windless Cave along the way. At the top we’ll hike the short loop trail and stop at the North Overlook with views of Crab Orchard. We’ll have lunch at the South Overlook with a spectacular view of Grassy Cove. Bring (electrolytes) water, hiking sticks, 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. Carpool cost is $1. Depart 7:30 am CDST from the Central Baptist Church, South Main St, Crossville, TN. Contact Deb, email ttaplateauhikes68@tennesseetrails.org or text 931-267-2243.

Deb – txt 931-267-2243

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