Prepare to be amazed by the majestic mountains, rich historical heritage, arts and culture, unique downtown shops, great local restaurants and abundant hiking trails in our extraordinary part of Middle Tennessee. Many roots and rocks with one climb over a couple of boulders. great easy hike to get blood flowing. I always like to say that every rock you see along a trail has been moved at least three times by some trail worker. Driving DirectionsFrom the junction of Peavine Road and Stonehenge Drive, take Peavine Road east for 0.5 miles (away from I-40) then turn right on Snead Drive. This trail is great for hiking and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. (There is room for half-a-dozen vehicles along the road.) This trail has many exposed roots on the trail so take extra care to avoid turning an ankle. Note 1: This trail is rather steep and rocky as it descends to the base of the falls. We have just traveled 1.9 miles on the new, improved Overlook Trail. Nice easy trail. You have permission to edit this article. 2023 All rights reserved. Seven Bridges Trail Stonehenge Trail Thornhill Trail Yellow Loop Fairfield Glade Amherst Trail Distance: 1.9 Rating: Easy Trailhead GPS Coordinates: 35.984164, -84.891675 GAIA GPS Map Link > Description This is a 2.0-mile grassy road hiking trail located between St. George and Sherwood Lakes. Nearly a mile down the river just past the bench, the trail makes a sharp left turn away from the river and into the woods. Cross the bridge where the Sequatchie River begins as a spring, cross the bridge and turn left and up the steps. The floor of the trail here is comprised of large slabs of flat rock that were all placed by hand. There is a gravel parking lot on Catoosa Boulevard about a mile past the Good Samaritan facility to access some of the trails. The trail consists of flat roads. Length 2.4 miElevation gain 354 ftRoute type Loop Hiking Forest Views Wildlife Waypoints (1) 1 Downtown Trail (AR) 0.8 mi State: Arkansas The trail is good for all skill levels and is primarily used for hiking and walking. After three quarters of a mile pass Ace Hardware on the right. The trail forms part of the Red Loop and Blue Loop and more information is provided in those trail descriptions. The three rivers are mostly dry, but check it out after a heavy rainstorm and you will understand the name. After half a mile turn right onto the driveway of the Crossville Wastewater Treatment Facility. We also rely heavily on timely comments from the many hikers who use our trails. Follow this gravel road to the bottom of the hill to the parking area. ve e e ve Methodist Church Druid Hills Key Paved Roads Gravel Roads 7 Bridges Trail 7 Bridges Trail . Follow the paved trail to the wooden bridge where the Pioneer Trail starts and ends. The trail-head is the Kingsbridge Parking lot on Catoosa Boulevard. DescriptionThe trail-head is in the parking lot of the Dorchester Golf Club. best to go soon after the rain so that the bridges actually go over water, lol. After one-tenth of a mile, we will come to an intersection. The trail was extensively rerouted in 2017 to eliminate grassy roads and a logging road from the route. We strongly recommend that you hike this loop in the counter-clockwise direction as marked on this map as this avoids climbing up the very steep Rotherham Trail. Carry plenty of water at all times, use bug-spray and watch your step it is easy to twist an ankle on rocks and tree roots. This trail has had many improvements over the last three years adding bridges, boardwalks, trailhead kiosks, benches and 911 markers. At the top, notice the rock work. Easy 2 mile hike with 7 wooden bridges that zig zag over a small creek. We've decided to re-name the trail: "7 crossings over 6 bridges, with 2 benches, 1 rock-hop, a valley, and a Methodist church." Go Past the entrance to Bear Trace Golf Course. After 2.8 miles turn into parking area on your right marked with a Nature Trails sign. Great for families. This is an easy lollypop trail along the Obed River. Great morning hike with the kids. It is a mixture of delightful trails meandering throughs woods alongside streams.. This is an easy trail with very little change in elevation. Driving DirectionsFrom the junction of Peavine Road and Stonehenge Drive, take Peavine Road east for half a mile and turn left on to Catoosa Boulevard. One of the workers observed, "You know, every new trail we build gets better and prettier." The trail has interesting rock formations and SEVEN bridges built by volunteers. Please stay on trails and off private property. A little farther and we will cross the second largest tri-level bridge, the Three Rivers Bridge. Note: This trail was on the 2022 Hiking Marathon. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. He receives immediate notification of all reports. The highest point of the trail is around the Lynhurst Drive area. Enjoy the birthplace of the Sequatchie River, which rushes forth as the only natural water outlet of the pristine Grassy Cove to the north as a result of the karst topography of the area. Lots roots and rocks. TheThornhill Trailis a 1.8-mile easy hiking trail mainly on grassy roads. There is very little change in elevation but there may be ticks and chiggers in the grass except in Winter. Accessible and open to allThe Head of Sequatchie is like no other. At 0.5 mile you will cross a white bridge. The Cumberland Mountain State Park has its own website. The trail begins across the field behind the building to the right. Driving DirectionsFrom the junction of Peavine Road and Stonehenge Drive, take Peavine Road east for half a mile and turn right on to Westchester Drive. The trail starts across the road from the parking lot. Extend your hike by either following the signs at Lakeview Drive to reach the Seven Bridges Trail, or by exiting the trail along the blue-blazed path to reach Cromwell Lane. The trail borders Daddys Creek for about a mile and ends in a rather strenuous climb out of the creek valley. gladetrails@gmail.com. Cant wait to get back into hiking more after my knee surgery. DescriptionPlease do not hike this trail on a Sunday morning as the parking lot will be full with the congregations cars. Travel about 0.5 miles then turn right on Lakeview Drive. stream We think this is a useful feature as it allows you to zoom in on the trail, get driving directions and use other common features of Google maps. Just before entering the condo complex, turn right onto Hunterwood Lane (Signed to the boat-launch). Most of the trail is on gravel/grassy roads that are unsigned so follow the trail posts and signs. The trail starts and ends on a service road across from the Methodist church. TheCentral Trailsare the 4.6 miles of easy paved sidewalks in the Central region of Fairfield Glade with a 1.0 mile section that meanders through the woods from Druid Hills to Village Drive. You will make two sharp turns going down, so watch your speed as the road is also narrow. The trail does pass close to the lakeshore so children do need to be supervised. A few showers developing during the afternoon. If you cross Lakeview, be careful. Glastowbury Trail is a kid-friendly, 1 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Crossville, Tennessee in Fairfield Glade that features a lake and is good for all skill levels. Cross the road and start up the Black Mountain Trail. Seven Bridges Trail 2.0 m Thornhill Trail 2.0 m Faireld North Trails Canyon Trail 1.4 m Good Samaritan 1.0 m Hemlock Trail 1.4 m McGinnis . gladetrails@gmail.com, Overgrown vegetation on or alongside the trail. It is amazing what a couple of 65-year-old volunteers can do with a positive attitude and a rock bar. Follow the winding paved walking trail 0.9 miles past the open area with exercise equipment, beside the Charleston Plantation. It links the Seven Bridges trail to the central sidewalk system and beyond. DescriptionThis is approximately a 2.0 mile loop hiking trail along gravel roads. Winds SE at 10 to 15 mph. TheMcGinnis Trailis a 1.8 mile moderate trail with significant elevation changes. We have been working on the Overlook Trail nearly every Saturday since last October. The trail gently meanders four-tenths of a mile, paralleling Lakeview Drive to the Lutheran Church. Follow the trail markers in a clockwise direction around Lake Alice until it ends at West Lake Road where you turn right for a short walk back to the parking. Turn left at the Head of Sequatchie Sign, onto the gravel driveway that goes onto the park property. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 25 min to complete. If we stay on the trail and don't brush against vegetation or touch the pretty vines growing up the trees, we won't get any ticks or poison ivy. At the Homestead Tower leave route 127 and follow route 68 towards Grassy Cove and Spring City. Walking, Hiking & Biking Enjoy strolling or biking along tranquil tree-lined paths or explore the wilder side of nature! Driving DirectionsFrom St George Drive take Manchester Road then turn left onto Lafayette Lane. Head out on this 3.4-km loop trail near Crossville, Tennessee. We strongly recommend that you hike this loop.. But, the hand built rock steps will make the impossible easy and, just as important, fun. Driving DirectionsThe Cumberland Mountain State Park is very well known and there are plenty of road signs directing you to the park, which is about four miles south east of Crossville on Highway 127. Pass the Elementary School and a short distance later turn right on to West Lake Road. DescriptionThe trail-head is the Catoosa/Kingsbridge Parking lot on Catoosa Boulevard. There is a large Meadow Park sign on the corner. Lots of leaves but then, it is fall. Anthony May December 27, 2021Hiking for 0.9 miles and turn right on to Marmaduke Drive. Parking is available at the Community and Conference Center to access almost 6 miles of paved walking trails in Fairfield. At 6.1 miles the Blue Loop is the longest hike in Fairfield Glade. As we get closer to the end of the trail, we will cross a new wooden bridge and then step up through a impossible looking jumble of rocks. Many folks love the Overlook Trail for the beautiful, nearly one-mile stretch along Daddy's Creek. Fairfield Glade Trails Committee - Friends of the Trails, 28 Thames Court, Crossville, TN 38558, USA | Phone: (978) 604-4968 | Email: crossvilletrails@gmail.com. ENJOYING NATURE: A virtual walk on two new Glade trails, FAIR PARK: Get those creative juices flowing, Warner on UT alum council to work with state l, SELBY, Gordon Feb 22, 1943 - Feb 27, 2023, LOSHBOUGH, Michael Aug 7, 1978 - Feb 24, 2023, SIEMS, Nicole Apr 11, 1990 - Feb 26, 2023, CLINTON, Thomas Aug 4, 1963 - Feb 17, 2023, Hit the trails with the Plateau Chapter in March, HandyLinx, Leadline help service providers connect with customers, Cumberland County Schools in need of supplies for classroom emergency buckets, Jury deliberates 30 minutes in domestic assault case. However do NOT enter the park in the usual entrance.Keep going on Route 127 South. Park in the grassy area and walk across the bridge. Very irresponsible. Low around 55F. Complete the loop to return to your car. From the junction of Peavine Road and Stonehenge Drive, take Peavine Road east for half a mile and turn left on to Catoosa Boulevard. Proceed along the end of the lake to the trailhead sign for the Hemlock Trail. Seven Bridges Trail 2.0 m Thornhill Trail 2.0 m Faireld North Trails Canyon Trail 1.4 m Good Samaritan 1.0 m Hemlock Trail 1.4 m McGinnis Trail . Past the bridge a series of new, hand-cut switchbacks ease us up the hillside. . On the way back after crossing the Hilltoppers Bridge and stepping over the Town Branch creek, take the trail on the left and check out the Town Branch Spur. After 5 miles you will pass the Basses Creek Bridge. The return is higher up the hillside. After parking your vehicle and enjoying the views from the overlook enter the trail on the left. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 49 min to complete. This trail is a lollipop layouthike the short 0.1 mile stem, then at the junction turn left or right to go around the 1.7 mile loop. Trails are marked with blazes on trees. Thousands of new, high-quality pictures added every day. As you walk over the bridge you can visualize how much water gets in the creek after heavy rain..enough to wash this bridge away three times in recent months! Note: The trail-head is on Yonside Drive (A one-way street) but there is only parking for a couple of vehicles. These trails take you on a loop that returns to your car. Whew! You can also just show up at 9 a.m. any Tuesday at the four-way stop at Peavine and Stonehenge Drive for a hike with a leader and lots of company to show you the way. Pass the start of the Town Branch Spur on the right. Particularly enjoy the section along Daddys Creek. Fairfield Loop Trail. About 0.25 miles past Bear Trace turn right on to South Old Mail Road and follow the road for 1.8 miles to the stone bridge across Byrd Creek. We completed it in an hour. The Seven Bridges Trail is a 2.0 mile easy "lollipop" woodland trail that starts and ends at the Methodist Church on Westchester Drive. This trail is great for hiking and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The half-way point is the Heatherhurst golf club. Driving DirectionsFrom the Peavine Road and Stonehenge Drive stoplight, take Peavine Roadeast. Comments, questions or suggestions for future nature articles are welcome at don.hazel@gmail.com. There is some change in elevation. Beautiful scenery with bridges, rock paths and streams. Very slippery when wet. 2023 All rights reserved. Looking up through the rock canyon is the new Overlook Trail. It opened in July 2022. Park at the corner of Marmaduke Drive and Oakburn Court. Please stay on trails and off private property. This is a strenuous hike due to it length and due to the significant elevation changes along the way.The lowest point is at the end of Lake Dartmoor on Rotherham Drive. The trailhead is at the junction of Marmaduke and Christopher a little way up the hill from the spillway on Lake Kirkstone. Lovely, with recent rains flowing under all the bridges. Driving DirectionsFrom the junction of Peavine Road and Stonehenge Drive, head north on Stonehenge Drive for 0.9 mile to the trail-head parking lot, on the left, at the corner of Kingsboro Drive. Park on the grassy road. Lots of nice rock formations. There are enough very scenic trails at Fairfield Glade for a full day. Pictured is one of the beautiful views of the Three Rivers Bridge on Overlook Trail. You will follow Rhea road for about 0.5 miles until it tees at Old highway 28 at the dumpster station. Almost entirely flat, goes around the border of a beautiful lake - saw lots of geese. Take 10th street alongside the college. Saw two deer cross the fireroad on the way back to the trailhead. Luckily it was short lived and I had my rain jacket! We hope you enjoy hiking these trails but please stay on the trail when hiking and respect private property in residential communities. Trails are marked with blazes on trees. Or, as Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story would say, to "infinity and beyond.". It is a pleasant walk through the woods by a number of streams with, you have guessed it, seven bridges. After 2.25 miles (about one mile after passing Lake St. George) look for the trail sign on the left at the grassy road Castlebar Lane (first left past Amherst Drive). There's a hiking trail for everyone in Fairfield Glade. Trailhead is behind and to the left of the Library building, near the restrooms. Take the Sparta highway from Crossville for 10 miles then, shortly after passing a gas station on the left, take the right turn on East Main Street into the village. DescriptionThis is the trailhead for both the Hemlock Trail and the Rotherham Trail. Dogwood Springs Walking Trail . DescriptionAlthough this trail was on the marathon last year we have changed the location of the trailhead so that the route passes through the upper field. There is some change in elevation. 2023 All rights reserved. In a couple of weeks it will be prettier with leaves on the trees and more flowers. Drive down the steep hill and after 0.6 miles you will come to the parking lot on the left at the end of Lake Dartmoor. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. DescriptionCross the road and follow the winding trail. Trails are marked with blazes on trees. The Cumberland Mountain State Park is very well known and there are plenty of road signs directing you to the park, which is about four miles south east of Crossville on Highway 127. That part hasn't changed. #6 - Seven Bridges Trail Crossville, Tennessee Length: 2.1 mi Est. A short distance later turn right again to get on to the Little Obed Trail. The trail has interesting rock formations and SEVEN bridges built by volunteers. My wife and I are both 71 and found this trail to be good exercise for us . Just a few more yards and we will navigate some steps chiseled into solid rock. Approximately a quarter of a mile after Ace turn right into the parking lot of the St RaphaelEpiscopal Church. Brown Road is a tar and chip road you will follow for 0.7 miles until it tees into Rhea Road, here turn to the left. Turn right at the first junction in the woods. The new route is much more hiker-friendly than the old route and we are sure you will enjoy it. It is a lollipop configuration. Note where the main, Cumberland Trail branches off the left but remain on the loop trail and return to the parking lot. TheAmherst Trailis an easy 2 mile hiking trail mainly on grassy roads. There is very little change in elevation but there may be ticks and chiggers in the grass except in Winter. Driving DirectionsTake Bat Town Road south from the Crab Orchard exit from I-140, Exit 329. Stop along the way and read the kid friendly signs. DescriptionThis is a hiker favorite and annual standard for the Hiking Marathon. It is not the easiest trailhead to find but worth the effort! 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