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Revision as of 21:44, 30 October 2015
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Trail Overview
Located in Warriors Path State Park. A walk along the shore of Ft. Patrick Henry Lake/Holston River below the park campground.
How to get there
Directions to main entrance found on Warriors Path State Park webpage. There are two trailheads accessed through the park campground. One is on the east side of the boat launch; while the other is between campsites B-34 and B-35.
Route Description
Path follows the north shoreline below the main park campground. There are no trail blazes, but the route is mostly clear.
| Mileage | Lakeshore Trail |
|---|---|
| 0.00 | Trailhead at campground sites B-34/35. Proceed downhill. |
| 0.05 | Down at lake shore where trail splits. Left continues Lakeshore Trail. Right begins Connector Trail. |
| 0.15 | Reach rocky point jutting into lake. Popular fishing spot. |
| 0.20 | Cross wood trail bridge. |
| 0.35 | Trailhead at boat launch. |
Typical Conditions
Well worn path with detours as the trees fall and shoreline crumbles into the lake. The park has installed RR ties steps at several places.
Fees, Permits, etc.
No fee required. State license required for fishing.
After the Hike
Misc. Information
The park map brochure (link below) incorrectly states 0.5 mile trail length.
If you find a pair of handclippers along the trail, they're mine.
Maps
The path shown below in orange is this Lakeshore Trail. The section in dark blue is the Connector Trail.
State Park Map and Trail Brochure
Photos
Trailhead sign by boat launch
Trail bridge on Lakeshore
View of Fall Creek Road bridge
View of Lone Cedar Overlook on WPSP Devil's Backbone Trail
Lakeshore and Connector Trail intersection
Boat Launch
