Lake Cheston to Otey Point

Great short hike. Hard to find trail head, it is not marked at the parking area or where you leave the road.  Put in your gps the coordinate spot tagged above off Clara Point Rd. To get to the trailhead, you have to cross the road from small parking area and go back 20 - 30 yards, where you will find a small marker pointing out the trail on the right side of the road. Cross the bridge and turn ...

An absolutely beautiful day-long hike around the perimeter of Monteagle Mountain, in the heart of Middle Tennessee. This perimeter trail completely circles the quaint community of Sewanee, Tennessee; as well as, the beautiful University of the South campus. While not easy, it presents a perfect challenge for the moderately experienced hiker. Recommend bringing several changes of socks and ple...

Firey Gizzard, Dog Hole and Ravens Point is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Tracy City, Tennessee.

Start this journey from the Grundy Forest Trailhead, where you will quickly begin a decent along the Little Fiery Gizzard Creek. At the 0.7-mile split, be sure to turn left and cross the bridge to stay on the Fiery Gizzard Trail. For the next 0.8-mile journey, you'll encounter the gorgeous Black Canyon Falls, Chimney Rock and a small trail leading to Sycamore Falls.  Around 1.5 miles, you'll re...

Sycamore Falls is located in the Fiery Gizzard region of South Cumberland State Park. The trailhead is located just past Tracy City Elementary School on Fiery Gizzard Road. There is a large parking lot with restrooms at the trailhead. Start your hike at the south end of the parking lot. This area of trail is known as the Grundy Day Loop trail. You'll quickly descend until the trail meets Li...

Denny Cove Waterfall Trail: Tennessee's Hidden Cascade Denny Cove Waterfall Trail is a 2.7-mile out-and-back trail leading to a stunning 70-foot seasonal waterfall tucked away in South Cumberland State Park near Jasper, Tennessee. This moderately challenging hike features beautiful creek views, rugged cliff faces, rock scrambling sections, and an optional overlook spur—all just 10 minutes from...