Near Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 32
Yahoo Falls cascades over the trail tucked into the shelter of the cave.
Near Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 32
Yahoo Falls pours over the edge in Big South Fork NRA.
Near Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 32
Stairs head down to Yahoo Falls and the Sheltowee Trace.
Near Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 32
Enjoy a pleasant view of Yahoo Falls from the small footbridge crossing Yahoo Creek.
Near Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 32
Yahoo Falls Loop Trail traverses beneath a cliffside.

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Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 32

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A scenic trail along the river.
2.4
mi
Distance
247
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.38mi
Distance
247ft
Elevation Gain
248ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
805ft
High Point
735ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Section 32 begins at National Park Service boundary just south of Big Creek and ends at Yahoo Arch Trail #602. The trail closely follows the Big South Fork River. This results in many scenic water overviews and several waterfalls feeding the river. There are many large jagged boulders sticking out of the ground with trees growing out of them. Some smaller rocks are completely engulfed by the root system of mature trees. It is quite interesting to see how nature survives.

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Contributors
Jeff Carter