Savage Day Loop
Hiking loop past Savage Falls Overlook and Rattlesnake Point
Description:
The loop begins at the Savage Ranger Station in South Cumberland State Recreation Area and crosses a field and Boyd Branch (via a suspension bridge) before reaching the junction for the loop, located one mile into the hike. At mile 1.5, a spur trail leads hikers to Savage Falls Overlook. At 2 miles, the trail leads past Rattlesnake Point Overlook, which offers a stunning view of Savage Gulf. The trail follows an old railroad bed starting at 2.8 miles until it reaches the loop junction again at 3.2 miles.
Directions: (See map below)
State: Tennessee
County: Grundy
Length: 4.2 miles
Difficulty: 3
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| Miles | Trail Name | Short Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | North Rim-North Plateau Loop | Combines North Rim Trail and North Plateau Trail in South Cumberland State Recreation Area |
| 6 | Stone Door Trail | Easy hiking trail to the Great Stone Door in South Cumberland State Recreation Area |
| 17 | Grundy Forest Day Loop | Hiking trail in Grundy Forest State Natural Area |
| 17 | Fiery Gizzard Trail | Difficult but interesting overnight trail along Fiery Creek Gorge |
| 19 | Fall Creek Falls - Gorge Overlook Trail | Combination of two scenic trails in Fall Creek Falls State Park |
| 21 | Lower Loop - Cane Creek Overnight Trail | Overnight hike along Cane Creek Gulf |
