Cumberland Trail Hiking
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Cumberland Trail Need to Know

Cumberland Trail State Park

Please exercise extreme caution while enjoying creek areas, including waterfalls. Water levels may change suddenly, running high and moving fast in many areas and posing increased safety risk. Check out our interactive map to plan your trip.

All Counties: All caves on lands managed by the Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail are closed to the public at this time due to White Nose Syndrome.

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    Hiking at Justin P. Wilson Cumberland Trail

    The Cumberland Trail includes a growing 310-mile network of access trails and side trails, connecting hikers with scenic and historic features along the main trail route. Day hiking and overnight camping are most popular at Laurel-Snow State Natural Area, North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Natural Area, the "Three Gorges" segment, and Black Mountain. 

    Trails

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    • Below the Bluff Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.50 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Black Mountain North Loop Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.78 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Black Mountain Paved Access Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      —
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Black Mountain South Loop Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.66 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Buzzard Point Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.40 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Cumberland Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      8.90 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Duskin Branch Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      5.50 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Falcon Warrior Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.40 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Falcon Warrior Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.40 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Allowed
      Hiking
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 96.70'
      Loss 43.40'
      Grade
      Typical 6.8%
      Max 30.3%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 4.4%
      Max 18.9%
      Tread Width
      Typical 53"
      Minimum 16"
      Surface Type
      Soil 63.9%; Mowed grass 26.9%; Rock 9.1%
      Obstructions Exist
      Rock steps: 11 in tall; Rock: 10 in tall; Rock: 10 in tall

      Falling Water Falls Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      —
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

    • Indian Head Rock Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      —
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Keyes-Harrison Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      2.10 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Laurel Falls Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      1.30 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Mullen's Cove Loop Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      10.20 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Trail is located in Prentice Cooper State Forest and is not maintained by Tennessee State Parks.
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Paved Accessible Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      —
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Piney Falls Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      —
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Pot Point Loop Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      11.90 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Trail is located in Prentice Cooper State Forest and is not maintained by Tennessee State Parks.
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Ritchie Hollow Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      2.10 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Trail is located in Prentice Cooper State Forest and is not maintained by Tennessee State Parks.
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Rock Creek Lower Loop

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      —
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

    • Rock Creek Upper Loop

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      —
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Selby Loop Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      1.00 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Selby Loop Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      1.00 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Allowed
      Hiking
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 331.00'
      Loss 298.00'
      Grade
      Typical 10.6%
      Max 38.1%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 6.1%
      Max 27.0%
      Tread Width
      Typical 45"
      Minimum 16"
      Surface Type
      Soil 50.2%; Mowed grass 29%; Gravel 16.5%; Rock 4%; Wood decking 0.3%
      Obstructions Exist
      Rock steps: 11 in tall; Rock: 10 in tall; Step: 9 in tall

      Sherrill Cemetery Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.15 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Sherrill Cemetery Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.15 mi.
      Difficulty
      Difficult
      Surface
      Natural
      Allowed
      Hiking
      Trail Type
      Information unavailable
      Elevation
      Gain 46.30'
      Loss 1.50'
      Grade
      Typical 6.3%
      Max 18.8%
      Cross Slope
      Typical 4.0%
      Max 10.5%
      Tread Width
      Typical 83"
      Minimum 60"
      Surface Type
      Mowed grass 68.2%; Soil 20.4%; Gravel 8.4%; Wood decking 3%
      Obstructions Exist
      Step: 3 in tall; Step: 3 in tall

      Snow Falls Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      2.10 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Stinging Fork Falls Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.90 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Top of the Falls Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.15 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

      Twin Rocks Trail

      Cumberland Trail State Park
      Distance
      0.80 mi.
      Difficulty
      —
      Surface
      Natural
      Availability
      Open
      Allowed
      Hiking

    Trail Definitions

    • Cross Slope 

      Describes the degree of incline from one side of the trail path to the other; measured as a percentage. Cross slope aids in water drainage and impacts the overall trail stability.   

    • Grade  

      Describes the rise in elevation over a horizontal distance on the trail; measured as a percentage.  Higher percentages represent a steeper grade indicating a more challenging ascent or descent for hikers.    

    • Standard Ramp Grade

      Serves as a reference guide for the grade of the trail.  Standard Ramp Grade is 8.3% across all trail assessments.  

    • Surface 

      A characteristic of the trail expressed in terms of material type, grading, compaction, and roughness of the path. Possible surface types include soil, gravel, paved, and mulch.   

    • Tread Width    

      Represents the horizontal distance from one edge of the trail path to the other; measurements can vary.  Tread width helps to determine the amount of space a hiker has to pass through. Obstacles on the trail can alter the remaining tread width.   

    • Trail Types: Loop

      Trail returns at or near the point from which you started. 

    • Trail Types: Network 

      Offers multiple route options within one trail, and each route is connected

    • Trail Types: Out and Back

      This type of trail travels out to an endpoint where hikers turn around and travel back to the starting point.   

    • Trail Types: Stacked Loop

      A loop trail contained completely within another trail.   

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    Need a Map?

    Explore our collection of printable and digital trail maps, organized by park. Whether you’re hiking, camping, or paddling, you’ll find the resources you need to navigate confidently.

     

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    Visit the Gift Shop

    Cumberland Trail State Park has several gift shops.

      • Gift shop with Cumberland Trail shirts, plush toys, and brochures.

      Cove Creek Visitor Center Gift Shop

      The Cove Creek Visitor Center Gift Shop is the perfect place to pick up a map, learn about the park, or find a souvenir. You’ll find an assortment of apparel and keepsakes to remember your trip to the park.

      Address:
      220 Park Road, Caryville TN, 37714
      1-423-562-1267

      Hours: 
      Weekdays
      8:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST

      • Old mill by a river with a gentle waterfall, surrounded by hills and grassy banks.

      Head of Sequatchie Visitor Center Gift Shop

      The Head of Sequatchie Visitor Center Gift Shop is the perfect place to pick up a map, learn about the park, or find a souvenir. You’ll find an assortment of apparel and keepsakes to remember your trip to the park.

      Address:
      270 Glyph Parkway, Pikeville TN, 37367
      1-423-533-2928

      Hours: 
      8:00 AM - 4:00 PM CST

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