About us
"I chose the road less travelled… Now I don’t know where I am."
"Never follow someone else's path unless you're in the woods and you're lost, and you see a path. By all means, you should follow that." - Ellen Degeneres
"Bring a compass. It's awkward when you have to eat your friends." - Unknown
So maybe we caught your interest?
Quick note then I’ll tell you what we’re about. We’ve never gotten lost or had to look at members as a food source. This is Chattanooga Outdoor Adventures not the Donner Party (some of you will get that).
We enjoys the outdoors in all forms. Events like Hiking, Rafting, Kayaking, and everything else.
But wait there’s more! I sound like a Ginsu knife commercial. Let’s not let any of the Donners have one of those.
We also plan other great activities in and around Chattanooga. Not just hiking. Musical events, food and wine festivals. A concert in a cave, you get the idea
It’s an open group and would love to get everyone involved and plan a lot of different things. Inclusion and fun are key.
Not just hiking, Adventures of all kinds
Upcoming events
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Beech Gap to Bob Bald and Stratton Bald
Beech Gap Parking area, Cherohala Skyway, Tellico Plains, TN, USBeech Gap to Bob Bald and Stratton Bald
7.8 miles out-and-back (3.9 miles each way)
1364 ft ascent - moderate
Cherohala Skyway at the TN/NC border
Trailhead Coordinates: 35.3483, -84.0382
Map/Profile/GPS tracks - https://komoot.com/tour/2766810766
AllTrails (not exact, ends at Bob Bald)For those who wish to carpool to the trailhead, let's plan the LEAVE Cherohala Skyway Visitor Center at 8:45. This should allow enough time to make two quick stops to check out the views:.
1. Turkey Creek Overlook (vault toilets available)
2. Brushy Creek OverlookBob Stratton Bald is named for Robert "Bob" Stratton (1825-1864), whose family lived on the bald. The bald is subdivided into two smaller balds: Bob Bald (elevation 5,280 feet) and Stratton Bald (elevation 5,360 feet). Together, they make up Bob Stratton Bald. It is a typical Appalachian bald, with thick grass and few trees.
What to bring:
- Hiking shoes
- Layered clothing (mile-high location, cooler temps)
- Poles (optional)
- Plenty of water
- Lunch
- Snacks
- A sense of adventure
To those who I previously mentioned my reservation for Swan Cabin, that reservation is cancelled. "Due to health and safety concerns, occupancy within Swan Cabin will no longer be permitted." Since there's no overnight stay, I'm making Falls Branch Falls the official second hike and leaving Joyce Kilmer as an UN-HOSTED option.
Standard Notice, Disclaimer:
Meetup organizers/leaders are not guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions as you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possible death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant -including you- at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of a claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.10 attendees
Falls Branch Falls Trail
Falls Branch Trail, Tellico Plains, TN, USFalls Branch Falls Trail
2.5 miles out-and-back, moderate
Falls Branch Trail at Cherohala Skyway, Tellico Plains, TN
Trailhead Coordinates: 35.3468,-84.0611
Map/Profile/GPS tracks - AllTrailsFalls Branch Falls is a stunning 70-foot waterfall situated in a verdant forest. The majority of the trail follows an old roadbed, but eventually becomes narrow and rocky as it approaches the waterfall. The falls are incredibly picturesque and have a substantial water flow for much of the year.
What to bring:
- Hiking shoes
- Poles (optional)
- Plenty of water
- Lunch
- Snacks
- A sense of adventure
Standard Notice, Disclaimer:
Meetup organizers/leaders are not guides. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions as you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possible death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant -including you- at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of a claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.11 attendees
Past events
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