Dunlap, Tennessee
Top Spots in and near Dunlap
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Palmer, Tennessee
Hike the North Plateau-North Rim Loop at Savage Gulf
4.014.7 mi / 2483 ft gainFrom the Savage Ranger Station, take the Savage Day Loop for roughly 2.2 miles until you reach the junction. From there take the North Plateau trail and return on the North Rim trail. The elevation gain on this trail is rather gradual and and subtle, but it is a long trek that requires endurance ...Read more -
Palmer, Tennessee
Savage Falls Trail
5.02.98 mi / 495 ft gainSavage Gulf Natural Area has more than 50 miles of trails, so be sure to start this adventure from the Savage Gulf Ranger Station entrance. To the right of the building, you'll find the trailhead for the Savage Day Loop. There, you can begin the 1.8-mile journey to the park's more-secluded waterf...Read more -
Gruetli-Laager, Tennessee
Hike to Suter and Horsepound Falls
4.06 mi / 1794 ft gainLocated in South Cumberland State Park in the Savage Gulf section, this is a somewhat difficult 5 mile out-and-back viewing two waterfalls, cascades, creeks, rock shelters, and high bluffs. 2 miles past Suter Falls you'll come to Horsepound Falls, a unique waterfall formation with overlooks and l...Read more -
Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee
Hike the Hogskin Upper and Lower Loop
5.01.4 miAfter an easy 25 minute drive from Chattanooga you will reach North Chickamauga Gorge on Montlake Road in Soddy Daisy. Park any where in the gravel loop just make sure other cars can get through. From the Montlake Road Trailhead Kiosk the trail begins on an old mining road. Hogskin Upper Loop Tr...Read more -
Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee
Hike the Hogskin Loop to Stripmine Falls
2.51.3 miStripmine Falls is not the biggest waterfall in the area, but it is both beautiful and accessible with just a short and easy out-and-back (or loop) hike. The additional attraction of cool swimming pools along Chickamauga creek make this an ideal destination for a day full of relaxation and adven...Read more -
Soddy-Daisy, Tennessee
Bouldering Stone Fort, TN
4.50.25 miStone Fort sits atop the Cumberland Plateau just half an hour from downtown Chattanooga, and is one of the premiere bouldering locations in the Southeast. One of the three sites of the annual Triple Crown Bouldering competition, Stone Fort offers a wealth of climbing problems for any climber's a...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
Snoopers Rock Trail
5.05.79 mi / 1339 ft gainSnoopers Rock Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Chattanooga, Tennessee.Read more -
Signal Mountain, Tennessee
Hike to Rainbow Falls
4.75.7 mi / 1500 ft gainMost Rainbow Lake Trail hikers have seen or heard the majestic Rainbow Falls, but fewer have ventured down the treacherous path to the falls themselves. Albeit a bit daunting, especially if there has been recent rain, the path from Rainbow Lake Trail down to Rainbow Falls is a rewarding trek for ...Read more -
Signal Mountain, Tennessee
Hike to Edwards Point
4.75.8 mi / 50 ft gainThe Signal Point to Edwards Points trail serves as the southernmost leg of the Cumberland Trail, winding through part of the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park. From the initial Signal Point overlook, the path descends into Middle Creek Gorge, passes through the Rainbow Lake Wilde...Read more -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Hike to Middle Creek Falls
3.50.5 miMiddle Creek Falls, despite its proximity to the Cumberland Trail hikes, has no official designated trail. However, there is a pull-off on Suck Creek Road (informally marked by graffiti and bumper stickers adorning the guard rail) with room on either side of the street to park. The trail begins ...Read more -
Altamont, Tennessee
Hike the Falls Loop Trail in South Cumberland State Park
4.53.2 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 -
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Hike and Swim at the Middle Creek Slide
3.04 mi / 200 ft gainYou park just west of the map waypoint on the wide shoulder (remember to lock your car, thefts have been reported in this area). The trailhead is really just an opening on the side of the road. Follow this to the creek and start making your way along the rocks upstream. The difficulty of the cl...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
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 -
Pikeville, Tennessee
Fall Creek Falls
4.72.76 mi / 781 ft gainFall Creek Falls State Park is sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau. The 20,000-acre park is one of the most scenic parks in the country and is the largest recreation area in the state of Tennessee. It is home to a 256-foot waterfall, cascades, gorges, 5 other waterfal...Read more
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McDonald, Tennessee
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