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Hiking Near South Cleveland, Tennessee

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Blue Loop

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Blue Loop

Dogs Allowed
moderate
3.54 mi
+678 ft
Stone Tower + West Overlook Trails

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Stone Tower + West Overlook Trails

Views
easy
0.83 mi
+257 ft
Ocoee Whitewater Center

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Ocoee Whitewater Center

easy
0.82 mi
+85 ft
Big Rock Trail

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Big Rock Trail

Waterfall
easy
0.52 mi
+181 ft
Fort Mountain Lake Trail

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Fort Mountain Lake Trail

Lake
easy
1.05 mi
+15 ft
Lula Lake Land Trust: Middle Trail

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Lula Lake Land Trust: Middle Trail

Lake
easy
2.75 mi
+562 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Conasauga River Trail

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Conasauga River Trail

strenuous
23.93 mi
+5,091 ft
Hickory Creek to Panther Creek Falls

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Hickory Creek to Panther Creek Falls

Fall Colors
strenuous
10.06 mi
+2,208 ft
Grassy Mountain Loop via Emery Creek

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Grassy Mountain Loop via Emery Creek

Views
extreme
25.25 mi
+5,457 ft
Big Frog/Chestnut Mountain 50K

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Big Frog/Chestnut Mountain 50K

extreme
30.05 mi
+5,870 ft
Ocoee River Loop

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Ocoee River Loop

Fall Colors
strenuous
10.31 mi
+1,917 ft
Benton MacKaye Trail - Childers Creek to Unicoi Gap - Backpack

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Benton MacKaye Trail - Childers Creek to Unicoi Gap - Backpack

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
18.1 mi
+5,201 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Big Creek, Big Frog, Yellow Stand Lead Trail Loop

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Big Creek, Big Frog, Yellow Stand Lead Trail Loop

Views
strenuous
8.08 mi
+2,632 ft
Big Frog Trail

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Big Frog Trail

Views
strenuous
5.33 mi
+2,350 ft
Emery Creek Trail

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Emery Creek Trail

Views
strenuous
6.04 mi
+471 ft
Emery Creek Falls

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Emery Creek Falls

Fall Colors
moderate
5.69 mi
+1,217 ft
Pinhoti 3

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Pinhoti 3

Birding
strenuous
7.54 mi
+2,249 ft
Laurel Falls and Buzzard Point

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Laurel Falls and Buzzard Point

Commonly Backpacked
strenuous
8.9 mi
+1,823 ft