Falling Water Falls 1.3.17

This hike was approximately five miles.  There were either fourteen intrepid hikers on this clear cold day.  When the group reached the creek, six hikers turned back and three braved wet feet and crossed the creek.  The falls were roaring with plenty of water and it was enjoyed.  When the three hikers returned to the trail head, three of the original hikers were there to greet them.  I would rate the hike as severe because of the water crossing.  If you would like to see some pictures, click here.

Snow Falls 12.31.16

This was not the most pleasant of hikes.  It was planned for ten miles, but because of sleet, wind and a cold rain at the top of the mountain, the group only made it seven tough miles.  Needless to say they did not make it to Snow Falls.  They did stop for a quick lunch at the top of the mountain which was rated as moderately uncomfortable.  The group did get some views of the Tennessee River Valley to the East and South of Dayton.  I would rate this hike as moderately strenuous.  If you would like to see some pictures, click here.

Fall Creek Falls 12.20.16

Todays hike was rather short, only 3.5 miles on a sunny day.  When the hike was started, there was a little snow on the ground, but it was gone by the end of the day.  The hike went from Piney Falls to Fall Creek Falls.  I would rate this hike as strenuous.  Following the hike the group had lunch at the Cookie Jar Cafe which made everyone quite happy.  If you would like to see a bunch of photos, click here.

Blue Blazes 12.13.16

There was quite a group on the hike.  All told there were eleven hikers.  The total distance of this hike was about four miles.  I had been raining, but the rain stopped just before the hike started and didn't resume until after the hike.  The group stayed off of the boardwalk because it was very slippery.  If you would like to see some pictures, click here.

Savage Gulf 12.10.16

There were only four hikers on today's strenuous hike.  The distance was about 9.5 miles and 4.5 miles.  Along the way they met some other hikers and overnight backpackers.  Everyone considered this a great hike.  Lunch was had at one one the overlooks.  I you would like to see some pictures, click here.