Big Loop & Big Springs

Total Miles 15.6
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This loop gives you a bit of everything there is to see in Chuck Swan WMA. This route is slightly rougher than Main Forest Rd, but still passable by capable 2WD vehicles except during the wettest times of the year. You'll have opportunities to see natural springs just off of the road, visit some old cemeteries, an area that provides amazing views of Norris Lake and a church that was established in 1858. This route does include some side roads that aren't maintained as frequently, so be prepared for the possibility of downed trees. A few of the spurs off of this route aren't accessible when lake levels are high. Cell service is very sporadic on this route, particularly on the southern half.

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Difficulty

Outside of a few low areas that hold moisture, this route is doable for most vehicles with clearance.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

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Manni Jordan
Dec 14, 2025
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Easy but clearance recommended
Blake Sheckles
Aug 10, 2024
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Downed tree about 3/4 into big loop, right past the lakefront area
Gautam Shirsekar
Jul 19, 2024
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Lauren J
Mar 18, 2023
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Big Loop & Big Springs Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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