Going to the park's Northeast section we decided to take rural TN route 339. This travels along the northeast ridge outside the park. It was rural! We uncovered a few additional sites on the day's travel. A covered bridge going. Coming home we took another route which took us by Bush Brothers Bean Company.
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| Covered bridge, restored and used daily |
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| Yes we drove through it. |
Big Creek Trail.
Getting to this location was an adventure with the road consisting of many switchbacks. It was great for steering with one hand! The trailhead had a tent campground and we had a long discussion with the hosts who had the luxury of their travel trailer. The conversation was stemmed by the South Dakota plates. We had a good conversation on the merits of hosting. Like many of the trails in the park Big Creek follows an old railroad bed. This avoids real steep grades and sharp switchbacks.
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| Trail support with laid up rocks. This was done with the support of CCA in the 30's. |
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| Another Cheryl flower pic! |
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| Picturesque Big Creek |
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| Mouse Creek Falls which flows into Big Creek |
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| Mouse Creek Falls |
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| Horeback riders crossing the bridge on Big Creek Trail |
Middle Prong Trail.
Located in northwest area of the park, Townsend. This trail follows a rollicking mountain stream with several cascades.
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| Stream view from trail |
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| Very difficult to capture the true beauty, it was a relaxing hike with the stream at our side. |
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| Cascading water. So Happy! |
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| Small Waterfall |
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| Mother nature at work. |
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| Kodak Moment!!! |
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| Just another view! |
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