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Hike to Benton Falls
Benton, Tennessee
5.0
3.2 mi
/ 318 ft gain
Start this hike from the parking lot of the Chilhowee Day Use Area (here you must remember to bring $3 cash to pay the day use fee). To begin, walk along the path to the left of the facilities until you come to the trailhead.
Start here continuing along the left-side of the lake. After passing the lake, you will soon come to a fork in the trail with a sign that points left to the Benton Falls ...
Benton Falls Trail
Benton, Tennessee
3.07 mi
/ 282 ft gain
Benton Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Reliance, Tennessee.
Watch the Sunset from Sugarloaf Overlook
Benton, Tennessee
The overlook is easily accessible from a parking circle located off Oswald Road. Follow U.S. Highway from Ocoee, Tennessee for 8 miles then turn left onto Oswald Road. Follow Oswald Road for 2.5 miles until you encounter the overlook on your left. The overlook will be clearly marked with signage.
The overlook is located directly behind the parking circle. There are trees perfect for hanging a h...
Slick Rock Trail Loop
Benton, Tennessee
5.99 mi
/ 840 ft gain
Slick Rock Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Reliance, Tennessee.
Whitewater Raft the Middle Ocoee River
Ocoee, Tennessee
5.0
The middle Ocoee River offers Class III and Class IV rapids through the southern Appalachian Mountains. Those with their own vessels can put into the river just below the Ocoee #2 TVA Dam. For those who do not have a vessel, there are numerous river guide companies who offer guided adventures. The middle Ocoee is a 5 mile section that takes roughly 3-4 hours to complete.
Take in the View at Chilhowee Overlook
Benton, Tennessee
5.0
Catch the sunset, bring friends and a picnic, or gaze at the stars from this classic Tennessee overlook!
To reach Chilhowee Overlook, follow U.S. Highway from Ocoee, Tennessee for 8 miles then turn left onto Oswald Road. Follow Oswald Road for 3.75 miles until you encounter the overlook on your right. The overlook is located parallel from a parking circle guarded by a stone wall.
The aforementi...
Clemmer, Slick Rock, and Clear Creek Trails Loop
Benton, Tennessee
9.85 mi
/ 1801 ft gain
Clemmer, Slick Rock, and Clear Creek Trails Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Benton, Tennessee.
Hike the Scenic Spur Trail
Reliance, Tennessee
5.0
3.9 mi
/ 426 ft gain
Very little elevation gain leads to an easy hike along a river right outside of the Ocoee river region. First .7 miles is very flat, then leads to some slight elevation gain but nothing too serious. This trail traverses through the lush forest for a short distance when you come across a small creek that must be forded to get to the trail on the other side. There are rocks to help guide you acro...
Rainbow Falls, Cherokee National Forest
Reliance, Tennessee
4.8
3.37 mi
/ 531 ft gain
Starting at the parking lot, head up the trail (Clemmer #302/Scenic Spur #78) and it should say "1.7 miles to waterfalls". At the top of the hill in approximately 0.1 miles, veer to the right on trail #78. Continue for another 0.6 miles trail - #86 cuts across but continue straight on #78. From there it is 0.6 miles to the first creek crossing (there are rocks to step on so you don't have to ge...
Places to stay
Benton, Tennessee
Chilhowee Group Camp
Overview
Located in the Chilhowee Recreation Area, Chilhowee Group Camp offers camping for up to 75 individuals. Nearby McKamy Lake offer...
Benton, Tennessee
Chilhowee Campground
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Located in the Chilhowee Recreation Area, Chilhowee Campground offers a multitude of camping opportunities for both RV and tent ...
Reliance, Tennessee
Parksville Lake Rv Campground
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Located near Parksville Lake, Parksville Lake RV Campground offers well-shaded and nicely spaced campsites accommodating larger ...
Benton, Tennessee
Quinn Springs Pavilion
Overview
The Quinn Springs Pavilion offers a covered picnic shelter for up to 50 people -- the perfect location for family reunions and c...
Copperhill, Tennessee
Thunder Rock Campground
Overview
Thunder Rock Campground is located 1.8 miles northwest of the Ocoee Whitewater Center, just behind TVA Ocoee Powerhouse Number 3...
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