Decatur Tennessee HIKING TRAILS & PLACES TO HIKE

1. HiwasseeOcoee Scenic River State Park Trek along riverside bluffs and through hardwood forests in this state park, where miles of scenic trails reveal wildflowers, wildlife, and panoramic river views.

2. Cherokee National Forest Experience untamed wilderness on a vast network of mountainous trails winding through old-growth forests, cascading streams, and remote backcountry in Tennessee's largest public land area.

3. Savage Gulf State Park Plunge into dramatic canyons, rugged ridges, and lush hemlock groves while hiking the challenging and iconic trails of Savage Gulf, home to waterfalls and sweeping overlooks.

4. Fall Creek Falls State Park Marvel at thundering waterfalls and deep gorges as you hike through one of the most popular and scenic natural parks in Tennessee.

5. Cumberland Trail State Scenic Trail Traverse wild ridgelines and remote valleys on this long-distance hiking corridor, renowned for its rugged paths and unspoiled forested terrain.

6. Big Ridge State Park Discover a network of wooded trails circling historic homesteads, lake shores, and secluded hollows in this peaceful Appalachian foothill park.

7. Great Smoky Mountains National Park Wander through ancient forests, climb to panoramic vistas, and enjoy some of the Southeast's most celebrated hiking trails in America's most visited national park.

8. Prentice Cooper State Forest Roam wild plateaus and sandstone bluffs on backcountry trails with sweeping views of the Tennessee River Gorge in this rugged state forest.

9. Piney Falls State Natural Area Hike to secluded waterfalls and traverse pristine forested ridges in this protected natural area, a haven for rare plants and wildlife.

10. Fort Loudoun State Historic Park Step back in time while hiking wooded trails along the scenic Tellico Lake shoreline at this historic park rich with cultural and natural beauty.