The Best Backpacking in Fall Creek Falls
Looking for the best backpacking in Fall Creek Falls? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Fall Creek Falls. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top backpacking spots in and near Fall Creek Falls
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Pikeville, Tennessee
Fall Creek Falls (Upper Loop)
12.8 mi / 1086 ft gainFall Creek Falls (Upper Loop) is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Pikeville, Tennessee.Read more -
Sparta, Tennessee
Virgin Falls State Natural Area Loop
5.04.46 mi / 400 ft gainBeginning at the Virgin Falls SNA parking area, the Virgin Falls trail is approximately a 9 mile round trip (excluding any side trails) which will allow you to experience three waterfalls: Big Branch Falls, Big Laurel Falls, and the namesake Virgin Falls. There is a fourth, Sheep Cave Falls, that...Read more -
Sparta, Tennessee
Polly Branch Falls Trail
9.38 mi / 1119 ft gainPolly Branch Falls Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Sparta, Tennessee.Read more -
Palmer, Tennessee
Savage Gulf and South Cumberland Loop
25.86 mi / 4111 ft gainSavage Gulf and South Cumberland Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Palmer, Tennessee.Read more -
Gruetli-Laager, Tennessee
Collins Gulf and Stagecoach Road Historic Trails
12.12 mi / 1949 ft gainCollins Gulf and Stagecoach Road Historic Trails is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Gruetli-Laager, Tennessee.Read more -
Coalmont, Tennessee
Savage Gulf Extended Loop
41.04 mi / 7356 ft gainSavage Gulf Extended Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Beersheba Springs, Tennessee.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 -
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 -
Grandview, Tennessee
Hike to Piney Falls
5.01.5 mi / 500 ft gainThe gravel road heading to the trailhead is on the rougher side to take it slow. When you get to the trailhead it’s a small gravel pull off right off the road. There are no maps at the trailhead but there are only a few trails to take and they are marked with a blue marker. To get to the upper fa...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 -
Signal Mountain, Tennessee
Flipper Bend Loop
8.89 mi / 1040 ft gainFlipper Bend Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Signal Mountain, Tennessee.Read more -
Smithville, Tennessee
Hike to Carmac Falls
5.01 mi / 90 ft gainIt is important to note that Carmac Falls is located on the private property of Evins Mill, a resort and special event venue that hosts weddings, conferences and other contractually exclusive events. As such, one must be a guest of the resort in order to access its property and enjoy its trails, ...Read more -
Tracy City, Tennessee
Hike the Fiery Gizzard Trail
5.013.5 miStart 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 ...Read more -
Signal Mountain, Tennessee
Signal Point, Yellow, Prentice Cooper Orange and Bee Branch Trail Loop
10.25 mi / 1512 ft gainSignal Point, Yellow, Prentice Cooper Orange and Bee Branch Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Signal Mountain, Tennessee.Read more -
Lancing, Tennessee
Camp at OBED Wild and Scenic River Area via the Point Trail
4 miYou will want to park at the Lilly Bluff parking lot. Your GPS won't know where this is, so here are the GPS coordinates N36° 06.162', W84° 43.280'.The trailhead is located on the North side of the parking lot. All you need to do is follow the sign for Point Trail. The trail culminates at an e...Read more