Guild, Tennessee
Top Spots in and near Guild
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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 -
Sherwood, Tennessee
Walls of Jericho via Tennessee Trailhead
5.07.74 mi / 1667 ft gainWalls of Jericho via Tennessee Trailhead is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Belvidere, 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
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 -
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 -
Estillfork, Alabama
Walls of Jericho via Alabama Trailhead
4.55.8 mi / 1417 ft gainAround 5pm, we hiked down the only clearly marked trail that departs from the parking lot. The path begins with gentle switchbacks and great views of the forest, occasionally passing by small waterfalls, sinkholes, and caves; and arriving at the Hurricane Creek crossing (log with handrail) after ...Read more -
Mentone, Alabama
Hike to the Base of DeSoto Falls
4.80.7 mi / 285 ft gainThe main visitor entrance to DeSoto Falls in Mentone, AL provides easy, paved trails along the upper rim of the falls. For a more private an intimate view, there is a pull off on the side of the road and trail access. Heading south on AL Hwy 89, take a left turn on Dekalb Country Road 613. Afte...Read more -
Scottsboro, Alabama
Explore Tumbling Rock Cave
5.02.4 mi / 200 ft gainAs Tumbling Rock Cave is a private property owned and controlled by SCCI, a permit is required to access the cave. Permits can only be applied for online here, and once granted, SCCI will provide the exact location of the cave. Caving is not only an inherently dangerous activity due to difficul...Read more -
LaFayette, Georgia
Hike to Keown Falls
1.8 mi / 450 ft gainKeown Falls Trail is a moderate loop perfect for a Spring day (especially after those April showers). The trailhead is located in the Keown Falls picnic area which is very spacious spotted with several picnic tables. This would be a great place for a family gathering and is spacious enough that ...Read more -
Summerville, Georgia
Hike the Marble Mine Trail
4.31.7 mi / 200 ft gainThis 1.7 mile loop is almost entirely on a wide pebbled road making this hike perfect for getting families and friends outdoors. Though there is some elevation gain, the Marble Mine Loop is quite an easy walk. Go during the Fall and the trees are boasting all the reds, oranges, and yellows of the...Read more -
Fort Payne, Alabama
Swim at Little Falls (Martha's Falls)
4.41.5 miLittle Falls, also referred to as Martha Falls and the “Hippie Hole” by the locals, is a popular swimming hole a part of Little River Canyon National Preserve, located along the state line of Alabama and Georgia. Perks include free parking and free admission. Drive up Lookout Mountain and pull i...Read more -
Fort Payne, Alabama
Explore Little River Falls
4.0Little River Falls is a popular site within the Little River Canyon National Preserve, a 12 mile long, 600 ft deep canyon.The 45-foot falls can be accessible from two different vantage points – either via a paved but steep path from the parking lot down to an overlook, or by driving to a higher l...Read more -
Fort Payne, Alabama
Little River Canyon
1.33 mi / 180 ft gainLittle River Canyon is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Fort Payne, Alabama.Read more -
Tullahoma, Tennessee
Hike to Rutledge Falls
4.00.4 mi / 3 ft gainFind the trail parking area by following your GPS to “Rutledge Falls Baptist Church”. You will see a small parking area on the side of the road across the street from the church. The path to the falls is extremely short with a steep section to climb down to the base of the falls. This trail is on...Read more -
Tullahoma, Tennessee
Hike to Lower and Upper Busby Falls
4.82 mi / 275 ft gainShort Springs Natural Area is where these falls are located. There is a decent amount of hiking trails that are a nice getaway for a day to hang out at for waterfalls. Put into your gps "machine falls parking." The gps will take you to the exact parking area. The directions go as follows from Nas...Read more