Bald River Trail

Chattanooga Outdoor Adventures

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**Caravan Alert! Join us for a beautiful day trip to hike the stunning Bald River Trail!** **We are taking a scenic drive up to the Bald River Gorge Wilderness in the Cherokee National Forest to hike along one of the absolute best river corridors in Tennessee.**

**Because parking at the actual trailhead is extremely tight,** **we are meeting in Chattanooga to carpool/caravan together****.** **The full trail is a 9.3-mile out-and-back. Total distance is 9.3 Miles** **turning around after taking in the gorgeous upstream cascades and deep forest scenery. The path traces an old logging railway bed, providing a wonderful immersive experience next to the rushing river.**

**📍 Meetup & Carpool Details**

• **Date:** **Saturday, October 31, 2026**
• **Meeting Time:** **8:00 AM (Please arrive on time so we can arrange rides and head out promptly!)**
• **Meeting Location:** **Academy Sports Parking Lot** **(2220 Hamilton Pl Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37421). Look for the group gathered near the outer edges of the lot.**
• **Trail Destination:** [AllTrails - Bald River Trail](https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/tennessee/bald-river-trail) **(\~1.5-hour drive from our meetup spot).**

**🥾 Hike Specs (Group Route)**

• **Distance:** **\~9.3 miles total**
• **Difficulty:** **Moderate (Features rolling terrain with some rocky or wet sections near the water—trekking poles are highly recommended!)**

**🎒 What to Bring**

• **Sturdy hiking shoes or boots with good grip**
• **Plenty of water, a packed lunch, and snacks to enjoy on the trail**
• **A dry change of clothes/shoes to leave in the car just in case**

**Let's hit the road and enjoy some beautiful fall wilderness together! See you at Academy!**