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Tennessee
5.7 mi
Distance
4,608 ft
Gain
3h 4m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
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What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
River Trail East
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River Trail East is a scenic 5.71-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that follows alongside a river corridor, offering hikers a peaceful walk through riparian habitat. The trail provides excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing and enjoying the soothing sounds of flowing water, with relatively gentle terrain suitable for a wide range of skill levels. This out-and-back route allows you to explore the river valley at your own pace and return via the same path.
Grand Gap Loop (Segment B)
~2 min drive
5-mile out-and-back Tennessee trail through woodland terrain.
John Muir Trail (Segment E)
~3 min drive
Easy 1.31-mile out-and-back walk on Tennessee's John Muir Trail.
John Muir Trail (Segment F)
~4 min drive
Moderate 7.22-mile out-and-back hike on Tennessee's John Muir Trail.
Fall Branch Trail
~4 min drive
Easy out-and-back creek walk through Tennessee forest.
John Litton Farm Hike Loop (Segment A)
~4 min drive
Accessible out-and-back farm trail through Tennessee pastoral landscape.
Leatherwood Loop Trail
~4 min drive
A 2.64-mile out-and-back woodland hike in Tennessee.
Leatherwood Parking Area
~5 min drive
Easy 0.37-mile out-and-back walk from Leatherwood Parking Area.
Angel Falls Trail
~5 min drive
Easy out-and-back waterfall hike with scenic cascades in Tennessee.
John Muir Trail (Segment D)
~5 min drive
Accessible 2.29-mile out-and-back segment of Tennessee's John Muir Trail.
Grand Gap Loop (Segment A) (aka JMT)
~5 min drive
Accessible 2.51-mile out-and-back Tennessee trail with scenic views.
