Rock Creek Loop

1.14.12  Nance Jo, Earl  A little cold, low 40s, but otherwise a beautiful day for a hike.  We did the Rock Creek Loop which is always a good hike.  Rock Creek was roaring with lots of water and very cold.  The Rock Creek Overlook is especially pretty this time of year as it is not blocked by so many trees.  In fact, someone has cut down the trees that used to block the view.  Unfortunately they left some ugly stumps where the trees used to be.  Near the end of the hike we spotted a lone hiker up on the side of the mountain where there is not a trail.  We never saw him again, but wonder what he was doing up there.  At the end of the hike we met Zack and Jessica who are new to the Chattanooga area.  They were carrying there two young children.  We talked about local trails and invited them to join us sometime.  Total distance for this hike was 4.3 miles and I would rate it as moderate.  For a few pictures of the hike, click here or on the Rock Creek Loop tab up above.