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Savage Gulf South

Savage Gulf South trailhead

Take TN Highway 56 north from Tracy City, about 10 miles to TN Hwy 108, then right about 5.2 miles on 108.  As you come through the community of Gruetli-Laager, watch carefully for the small brown "Collins West" signs marking the 55th Avenue intersection. Turn left on 55th Avenue, and follow it about 2.7 miles, all the way to its end; the parking area and trailhead are directly in front of you.

Features:
Collins Campground
Easy
Collins Campground

The Collins Campground is only a half mile hike from the Savage Gulf South trailhead, and is the gateway to the awe-inspiring Collins River Rim and Gulf Trails. Online reservations required at Reserve.tnstateparks.com.

Collins Gulf 2-Day Overnight Hike
Difficult
Collins Gulf 2-Day Overnight Hike

This two-day hike features eye-popping springtime wildflowers, amazing waterfalls, disappearing streams and majestic overlooks. There are steep descents/return ascents into/out of Collins Gulf. Otherwise, it's a moderate hike. Access this adventure from the Savage Gulf South Trailhead.

Horsepound Falls
Difficult
Horsepound Falls

Visit the waterfall said to be named for the place where Confederate forces hid their horses during the Civil War. Access this adventure from the Savage Gulf South Trailhead. (As a bonus, you'll pass Suter Falls on your way to Horsepound Falls!)

Suter Falls
Difficult
Suter Falls

Here's a challenging 3 mile out-and-back viewing of Suter Falls, rock shelters, and high bluffs. Access this adventure from the Savage Gulf South Trailhead.

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