What we’re about
"I chose the road less travelled… Now I don’t know where I am."
"Never follow someone else's path unless you're in the woods and you're lost, and you see a path. By all means, you should follow that." - Ellen Degeneres
"Bring a compass. It's awkward when you have to eat your friends." - Unknown
So maybe we caught your interest?
Quick note then I’ll tell you what we’re about. We’ve never gotten lost or had to look at members as a food source. This is Chattanooga Outdoor Adventures not the Donner Party (some of you will get that).
We enjoys the outdoors in all forms. Events like Hiking, Rafting, Kayaking, and everything else.
But wait there’s more! I sound like a Ginsu knife commercial. Let’s not let any of the Donners have one of those.
We also plan other great activities in and around Chattanooga. Not just hiking. Musical events, food and wine festivals. A concert in a cave, you get the idea
It’s an open group and would love to get everyone involved and plan a lot of different things. Inclusion and fun are key.
Not just hiking, Adventures of all kinds
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Bald River Falls / Bald River Gorge Trail - 10 miles - ModerateBald River Falls, Tellico Plains, TN
Bald River Falls / Bald River Gorge Trail - 10 miles - Moderate
Bald River Falls, Tellico Plains, TN
Trailhead Coords: 35.3247,-84.1775Looking for a cool hike on a hot summer day? Bald River Falls is a 90-foot waterfall near Tellico Plains, TN (Cherokee National Forest). Bald River Gorge Trail is a 10-mile out-and-back hike that follows Bald River. Covered by a dense forest canopy, and Rhododendron tunnels, the nearby river acts as natural air conditioning.
There's a very cool pool/swimming hole at the top of Bald River Falls, and another at the base of Baby Falls (around the bend on the Tellico River). I suggest bringing a swimsuit. There are also picnic tables at Baby Falls. Consider bringing snacks/picnic food to eat and/or share for after the hike.
The parking situation has only marginally improved after the year-and-a-half bridge reconstruction project, so attendance is limited to 18 total for now (12 from COA, 6 from Middle TN. Hiking Meetup, car-pooling 4 cars to the trailhead parking area). There may be flexibility in the final days based on interest and willingness to shuttle cars from 1 mile away.
Friday night camping
A number of us are camping Friday, July 25th at Indian Boundary Overflow Campground. It's first-come-first-served and is $10/night/site (up to 5 people and 2 cars per site). I plan to arrive early to secure a site (or sites, depending on how many want to camp).Some overflow attendees from the Knoxville Hiking Meetup campout may be camping with us too.
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Standard Notice, Disclaimer:
Meetup organizers/leaders are not guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions as you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possible death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant -including you- at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of a claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group. - RiverFront Nights-Kings of Queen-Queen Tribute bandLupi's Pizza, Chattanooga, TN
A too Hot to Hike Summers series event.
I am going to be dropping five events in rapid succession so this is a quick copy, paste, slightly modify, write up.
Riverfront nights are fantastic! Let's meet, eat beforehand and dance like fools to Music. This years line up is great.
The format is the same for every one of them. Eat beforehand and listen to music. I am going to keep the dining options pretty basic for convenience and cost.
Be sure to bring a blanket or chair to sit on and anything else you may desire. It's outside and fun!
Tonight is Kings of Queen-Queen Tribute band.
Here is their Promo Video
We will eat beforehand at
Lupi's Pizza Pies
