Oct 21, 2026. This 6-mile (roundtrip) trail leads through a short field, descends a few hundred feet to Cane Creek, crosses the creek 9 times, then gently climbs up the side of a set of limestone bridges/“windows.”
The crossings are usually ankle-to-knee deep, and there are ropes stretching above the water. Today, however, since Tennessee is experiencing a drought, half the crossings were bone dry and the other half could be rock-hopped with careful footing.
I was disappointed by the “windows.” The trail stops right before the edge of one of them, and you can’t really see them from the trail. It is possible to climb up the edge for a better view, and I did haul myself up the first couple of boulders…but the surfaces are narrow and slick, even with my HOKA’s grip, there is little to hold onto, and there are massive drop-offs on both sides. A definite no-fall zone. I did not climb all the way up as I felt it far too risky. There seems to be a narrow path down along the base of that first boulder, just past the official trail, but there was a “closed” sign blocking the way. Maybe that’s where people used to get the great views.
The official trail itself was enjoyable, though. A nice walk in the woods with easy crossings today due to lack of water. I believe the crossings can get to Type 2 status during normal conditions, so probably best to avoid this one during springtime or after prolonged storms.
