Weekly Trials and Tribulations of the Scenic City Chapter of the TTA

Weekly Trials. Tribulations and Photos experienced while hiking

Glenn Falls 6.16.18

Seven hardy hikers showed up for the Saturday hike to Glen Falls on Lookout Mountain.  What fools these mortals be.  They entrusted their safety and well being in me leading them on my first time as hike leader.  At the conclusion of the hike I thanked them for not getting injured or lost because I didn't want to have to submit any additional paperwork.  The hike got underway about 8:30.  The temperature was in the 70's and heading higher.  The humidity seemed bearable.  The first and most difficult part of the hike was the hike up to an unmarked road which we easily crossed.  The ascent was a cardio workout.  We continued to the most dangerous part of our journey, crossing OCHS Hwy at approximately .5 miles from the falls.  The trail then led to the falls and pool under the falls.  Though the falls was still flowing, it was at a reduced rate.  We had lunch and returned to the parking lot at Ruby Falls. Exiting at a little past noon.  The trail though not blazed, was used enough so getting lost was not a concern.  The hottest part of the hike was the walk back from the trailhead (near the incline RR) to the parking lot.  We were out from under the trail canopy at that point.  Everyone said it was a good hike. If you would like to see some pictures, click here

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