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Fall Creek Falls State Park

Standing at 256 feet tall Fall Creek Falls is the tallest waterfall in Tennessee. While you are at fall Creek Falls State Park you can also see multiple other falls including Cane Creek Falls, Piney Falls, and Cane creek cascades. At 29,800 acres fall Creek Falls State Park has unlimited possibilities. Located on the easternContinue reading “Fall Creek Falls State Park”

Providence Canyon State Park

Growing up on southwest Georgia, we frequented Providence Canyon for some hiking with actual elevation and unique scenery. Also known as the Little Grand Canyon, Providence Canyon is one of Georgia’s 7 natural wonders. It was created by poor farming practices in the 1800’s. The hiking opportunities are the biggest attraction here. Canyon Loop TrailContinue reading “Providence Canyon State Park”

Pickens Nose

This is a 1.4 mile out and back trail outside of Otto, NC. The drive there is a little tricky as it is gravel roads for 5.5 miles, mostly 1 lane. The trail is easy with lots of off shoots with great views with a big payoff at the end. I love the rhododendron tunnels.

Clingman’s Dome

Clingman’s Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park at 6,643 feet. The hike is 1.2 miles out and back marked at moderate. The views definitely make this hike a must do. We happened to have perfect weather this trip. Smalls and Talls have been there a few times before andContinue reading “Clingman’s Dome”

Max Patch

Max Patch is just a short trek up from the parking lot in the Pisgah National Forest. The mountain is a well known spot on the Appalachian Trail. The bald mountain is 4,600 ft with 360 degree views. We went just for the afternoon but definitely want to do sunset and sunrise from here whenContinue reading “Max Patch”

Lula Lake Land Trust

Lula Lake Land Trust was established in 1994 through the will of Robert Davenport. Mr. Davenport began acquiring pieces of the land in 1958 and by the time of his death in 1994, he had acquired over 1,200 acres surrounding Lula Lake. Much of the land that Davenport acquired had been damaged through mining, timberContinue reading “Lula Lake Land Trust”