Dayton, Tennessee
Top Spots in and near Dayton
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Chattanooga, Tennessee
Photograph Snoopers Rock
5.0To hit one of the best panoramic views of the Tennessee River Gorge, head into Prentice Cooper State Forest and head straight for Snoopers Rock. This 6,000+ acre protected park is home to over 35 miles of trails, campsites, and so much more.To access Snoopers Rock, you can drive through Prentice ...Read more -
Reliance, Tennessee
Hike the Scenic Spur Trail
5.03.9 mi / 426 ft gainVery 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 cre...Read more -
Reliance, Tennessee
Rainbow Falls, Cherokee National Forest
4.83.37 mi / 531 ft gainStarting 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 t...Read more -
Beersheba Springs, Tennessee
Hike to Stone Door and Alum Gap Campground
6.8 mi / 825 ft gainThis is a fun and easy overnight trip that is good for all ages. Start at the Stone Door Ranger Station which has plenty of parking and public restrooms as well. Follow the signs to the Stone Door Trailhead and in a short 0.8 miles you'll arrive at the edge of the gulf (canyon) and the first sign...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Sunset Rock via Craven's House Trail
5.03 mi / 571 ft gainSunset Rock via Craven's House Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Chattanooga, Tennessee.Read more -
Lookout Mountain, Tennessee
Photograph Moccasin Bend From Point Park
4.0Located in Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park, Point Park is a ten acre memorial park that overlooks the Lookout Mountain Battlefield and the city of Chattanooga. There is a paved walking path around the park that takes visitors by several historic tablets, monuments, confederat...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Mountain Bike Raccoon Mountain
5.0Raccoon Mountain is an extensive, yet newer system of singletrack that circle the TVA Raccoon Mountain pumped storage facility, just 15 minutes east of downtown. The 30 miles of trails primarily span from intermediate to advanced levels, but a few beginner friendly routes can be found as well.Gra...Read more -
Altamont, Tennessee
Hike the Falls Loop Trail in South Cumberland State Park
4.03.2 mi / 500 ft gainNestled in the Savage Gulf State Natural Area, the popular Falls Loop Trail begins across from the Greeter Falls parking lot. At 0.4 miles into the hike you'll reach a fork in the trail, take the left route towards Boardtree Falls. Right before reaching the waterfall you'll come upon a suspension...Read more -
Altamont, Tennessee
Greeter Falls and Blue Hole
4.91.79 mi / 417 ft gainAn easy, yet extremely beautiful and well marked drive leads to a pretty sizable parking lot at the trailhead. There are multiple trails to hike, depending on how much time you have or how long you want to hike. This particular trail makes for a perfect day trip from Nashville, Chattanooga or Kno...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Relax at Sunset Rock
4.6Sunset Rock provides spectacular access to the Bluff and Gum Spring Trails for hiking, is home to some of the top trad climbing routes in the area, and is perfect for residents and visitors alike who are seeking a great view of the Chattanooga area. Parking is allowed in a tiny lot provided on We...Read more -
Tellico Plains, Tennessee
Hike to Conasauga Falls
4.51.5 mi / 400 ft gainGetting to the trailhead can be a challenge if there has been any heavy precipitation or icy conditions due to the fact the last two miles are one mile of broken pavement and the last mile a dirt road. You should be fine in good conditions in any car; however, just make sure to take it easy on th...Read more -
Rock Island, Tennessee
Camp at Rock Island State Park
4.8This little campground is nestled in Rock Island State Park. There are two campgrounds, this one is specifically tents only. Each campsite is pull in and provides you with enough room to set up two tents. In addition each campsite has a four sided picnic bench, fire pit, trash can, charcoal grill...Read more -
Walling, Tennessee
Twin Falls
4.50.3 mi / 125 ft gainUpon entering Rock Island State Park from the east, the parking area for this trail is located right after the old cotton mill (my friend and I actually ended up getting lost because it is tucked away there quite nicely). The trail that leads to Twin Falls actually starts at the westernmost part ...Read more -
Tellico Plains, Tennessee
Drive the Cherohala Skyway National Scenic Byway
5.0The Cherohala Skway is one of the National Scenic byways in America it spans over 43 curvy miles from Tellico Planes, Tennessee to Robbinsville, North Carolina. On the Skyway there are many overlooks ranging elevations from 2000-5200 feet all have beautiful views and different view points. The pa...Read more -
Copperhill, Tennessee
Hike the Beech Bottom Trail to Jacks River Falls
5.09 mi / 315 ft gainJacks River Falls is one of Georgia's most impressive waterfalls. Containing several cascades that combine to an 80 foot waterfall, this destination provides spectacular views and refreshing pools to take a dip in. You can approach the falls from either Jacks River Falls trail or the Beech Bott...Read more -
Guild, Tennessee
Climb Lake Nickajack
4.0Lake Nickajack has an incredible stretch of 50' limestone that is only accessible by water. The beauty of this wall is that a majority is vertical to slightly overhung, so you can ascend and at any time and just drop into the deep waters below. The limestone is covered in tufas, so plenty of op...Read more