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Revision as of 19:44, 29 December 2013
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Trail Overview
Located in Warriors Path State Park. A 6+ mile network of trails primarily designed for mountain biking, but perfectly suitable for hiking on the park area seen across the way from the boat launch/soccer fields.
How to get there
From main entrance of Warriors Path State Park:
- Go north on Fall Creek Road for 2.4 miles.
- Turn right (east) onto Old Mill Road for 0.8 miles.
- Turn right (south) onto Childress Ferry Road for just roughly 100 yards.
- Turn left (east) onto Buttermilk Road for 1.2 miles.
- Turn right (south) onto Freeman Road for 0.5 mile.
- Continue when road changes from asphalt to gravel.
Trailhead at gravel parking lot.
Route Description
Path follows the north shoreline below the main park campground. There are no trail blazes, but the route is mostly clear.
Mileage | Mtn Bike Difficulty | Mountain Bike Trail Name |
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0.80 | Beginner | Lake Valley Road |
0.19 | Beginner | Whitetail Alternative |
0.34 | Intermediate | Zip Line |
2.12 | Intermediate | Whitetail Loop |
2.14 | Advanced | Darwin's Revenge |
2.44 | Advanced | Boneyard |
0.55 | Advanced | Rock City |
0.48 | Advanced | Ridgetop |
0.17 | Advanced | Magic Carpet Ride |
Starting from the parking lot, a 3.0 mile loop hike can be enjoyed on the Boneyard Trail which offers some nice views of the lake.
Typical Conditions
Northeast Tennessee Mountain Bike Association does the bulk of the trail maintenance, which are generally in good condition.
Fees, Permits, etc.
No fee required.
After the Hike
Misc. Information
Maps
Click the official trail map: File:WPSP Mtn Bike Trails 12-28-11.pdf
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Trailhead at parking lot
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Photos
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