Two Short Hikes near Hiwassee River

Chestnut Mountain Bluff:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/tennessee/chestnut-mountain-bluff
A moderate hike with a challenging (VERY steep) beginning. Views from the bluffs are outstanding!

This hidden gem is visited predominantly by locals. The trailhead can be difficult to find and parking is VERY limited. The start of this hike is NOT FOR BEGINNERS.

One or two other drivers may be needed to carpool 1.5 miles on a flat gravel road to the trailhead.

Gee Creek Falls Trail:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/tennessee/gee-creek-trail
A pleasant hike to a small falls with minimum elevation gain. Trail surface is relatively smooth, but is littered with small rocks in sections.

This is an easy, shady, and cooling hike that parallels Gee Creek. The trail becomes more rugged after the falls for the more adventurous in the group. Bring a swimsuit if you want to cool off in the small pool near the falls.

9:45 AM - Meet at Hiwassee Ocoee State Park Office:
404 Spring Creek Rd, Delano, TN 37325
coordinates 35.2375°,-84.5503°

10:00 AM - Drive 1.5 miles to Chestnut Mountain Bluff trailhead

11:30 AM - Return to Hiwassee Ocoee State Park Office
stop briefly to pick up any members who wish to only hike Gee Creek Falls Trail

11:40 Drive 3.9 miles (or 0.9 miles via the shortcut*) to Gee Creek Falls trailhead.
coordinates 35.2469°,-84.5403°
*Note: The shortcut requires driving across a shallow stream (~6" deep). Any 4WD vehicle can make this crossing and possibly a 2WD SUV.

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