McDonald, Tennessee
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Top Hiking Spots in and near McDonald
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Dayton, Tennessee
Hike through the Laurel Snow Pocket Wilderness
5.06 mi / 900 ft gainThe Laurel-Snow Trail was the first National Recreation Trail designated in Tennessee and at just under 35 miles from downtown Chattanooga, it is perfect for a day hike, for a day of climbing, or for setting up basecamp for the weekend. The 2,000 acre area sits along the Walden Ridge of the Cumbe...Read more -
Copperhill, Tennessee
Explore Ocoee Whitewater Center
This location showcases the Ocoee river and the area used in the 1996 Olympics. This area is beautiful and has some amazing views. The drive to the whitewater center is called the Ocoee Scenic Byway and is the first national forest byway. The drive is gorgeous and features some amazing mountain v...Read more -
Rising Fawn, Georgia
Hike the West Rim Trail to Cherokee Falls
4.54.77 mi / 814 ft gainGood luck finding something you dislike about Cloudland Canyon State Park - one of Georgia's largest and most scenic parks. Sitting on the western edge of Lookout Mountain, it is home to a plethora of luscious trails, easily-accessible campgrounds or yurts, and flowing waterfalls. The West Rim L...Read more -
Rising Fawn, Georgia
Cloudland Rim Loop via East Rim Campground
4.66 mi / 873 ft gainCloudland Rim Loop via East Rim Campground is a loop trail in Cloudland Canyon State park, which offers up stunning vistas and several waterfalls. This trail is located near Rising Fawn, Georgia.Read more -
Rising Fawn, Georgia
Cloudland Canyon's Waterfall Trail
4.91.21 mi / 325 ft gainWhen you enter Cloudland Canyon State Park you will drive straight through all of the 4 way stops for about 1 mile before you reach the parking lot for the Waterfall Trail. The parking area does have restrooms and picnic tables if you would like to bring a lunch. What goes down must come up! I...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 -
Rising Fawn, Georgia
Camp at Cloudland Canyon State Park
4.8If you're looking to camp somewhere with exceptional hiking and beautiful waterfalls, Southeastern Tennessee locals know not to look further than Lookout Mountain. Located on the western edge, Cloudland Canyon State Park straddles Sitton Gulch Creek and is perfect for a weekend exploration.If sta...Read more -
Rising Fawn, Georgia
Hike Sitton's Gulch Trail
5.05.7 mi / 1060 ft gainHiking Sitton's Gulch is a great option for those who want to get a little more distance than what the 2.1 mile Waterfalls trail has to offer. This bit of extra distance will separate you from a lot of the weekend crowd and will expose you to two more waterfalls, in addition to Cherokee and Heml...Read more -
Farner, Tennessee
Turtletown Falls Trail
3.45 mi / 377 ft gainTurtletown Falls Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Farner, Tennessee.Read more -
Ellijay, Georgia
Hike the Tumbling Waters Trail
5.01.3 mi / 160 ft gainJust North of Carters Lake lies one of its tributaries, Tails Creek. The Tumbling Waters Trail follows along a scenic stretch of this creek as it cascades its way towards the lake. This trail is moderately trafficked and considered a local favorite. The Tumbling Waters trailhead also contains a...Read more -
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 -
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 -
Sequatchie, Tennessee
Foster Falls Loop
4.62.19 mi / 574 ft gainFoster Falls State Park is part of the South Cumberland State Park system. A short 45 minute drive from Chattanooga, Foster Falls boasts a stunning 60 foot waterfall that is worth visiting during any season of the year. The trailhead for this 2 mile hike starts from the Foster Falls parking lot a...Read more -
Sequatchie, Tennessee
Climb at Foster Falls SP
5.04.5 miFoster Falls will suit any climber. A novice climber can find routes here, and an expert can find new and exciting projects. There are a few camping sites near the climbing area. Father Adams which is a primitive spot, and Foster Falls campground which has a shower and toilets (around $16 a night...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