Local Driving Trips

A collection of 23 places curated by Philip Powichroski

Weekend car camping or backpacking trips

Places in this collection

  1. Foster Falls Recreation Area

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    498 Foster Falls Rd, Sequatchie, TN 37374, United States

    Short hike, epic views

    Foster Falls Recreation AreaView on Google Maps

  2. Ruby Falls

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    Chattanooga, TN 37409

    Tallest underground waterfall in America. Guided tour only — book ahead. Pair this with a trip to Rock City

    Ruby FallsView on Google Maps

  3. Burgess Falls State Park

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    4000 Burgess Falls Dr, Sparta, TN 38583

    1.5 Mi round trip trail with multiple waterfall views. Bottom of the falls accessible by boat ONLY and it is not from within the state park

    Burgess Falls State ParkView on Google Maps

  4. Greeter Falls Waterfall

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    550 Greeter Falls Road,, Altamont, TN 37301

    1 Mi loop trail with upper and lower falls. Swimming hole at the base

    Greeter Falls WaterfallView on Google Maps

  5. Machine Falls

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    Tullahoma, TN 37388

    1.6 Mi round trip. Fairytale vibes with a fan-shaped cascade

    Machine FallsView on Google Maps

  6. Virgin Falls Trailhead & Parking - Scott's Gulf Wilderness State Park

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    2080 Scotts Gulf Rd, Sparta, TN 38583

    9 Mi round trip to Virgin Falls. See Big Laurel and Big Branch Falls along the way. Cave-fed waterfall that disappears into a sinkhole. Challenging but rewarding route, bring snacks and water

    Virgin Falls Trailhead & Parking - Scott's Gulf Wilderness State ParkView on Google Maps

  7. Twin Falls

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    Rock Island, TN 38581

    0.5 Mi walk to the overlook. Beautiful year-round but especially lush in spring

    Twin FallsView on Google Maps

  8. Fall Creek Falls State Park

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    2009 Village Camp Rd, Spencer, TN 38585

    Tennessee’s tallest waterfall at 256 ft. Tons of short trails to viewpoints or longer loops. Don’t miss the Canecreek falls and Rockhouse falls overlook.

    Fall Creek Falls State ParkView on Google Maps

  9. Scott's Gulf Wilderness State Park

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    6747 Lost Creek Rd, Sparta, TN 38583

    Relatively new state park with beautiful waterfalls and hiking trails. Trails are rugged and minimally developed, expect rocks, roots, and elevation change. Deep limestone gorge carved by the Caney Fork watershed. Underground streams + seasonal waterfalls. Remote, backcountry feel with very limited infrastructure. No developed overlooks, everything is earned on foot!

    Scott's Gulf Wilderness State ParkView on Google Maps

  10. Myrtle Point

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    Myrtle Point Trail, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

    Recommended spot for sunrise if staying overnight on Mount LeConte.

    Myrtle PointView on Google Maps

  11. Cul-car-mac Falls

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    Tennessee 37166

    Located on Private property — reservation required. Trail is short but steep — wear good shoes

    Cul-car-mac FallsView on Google Maps

  12. Ozone Falls

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    Tennessee 37854

    Epic 110-ft plunge featured in The Jungle Book. 0.3 mi round trip to the base. Very small parking lot, plan accordingly.

    Ozone FallsView on Google Maps

  13. Youngs Mountain

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    Lake Lure, NC 28746

    One of the best hikes in North Carolina, reserve a parking permit through @conservingcarolina in order to access this special trail

    Youngs MountainView on Google Maps

  14. Alum Cave Trail

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    Tennessee 37738

    A trail mentioned as part of the hike to Mount LeConte.

    Alum Cave TrailView on Google Maps

  15. Mt Le Conte

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    Tennessee 37738

    The primary subject of the video, detailing hiking trails, overnight stays, and viewpoints.

    Mt Le ConteView on Google Maps

  16. Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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    United States

    The national park where Mount LeConte is located, with information on parking tags and shuttle providers.

    Great Smoky Mountains National ParkView on Google Maps

  17. Cliff Top

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    Tennessee 37738

    Recommended spot for sunset if staying overnight on Mount LeConte.

    Cliff TopView on Google Maps

  18. Rainbow Falls Trail, Bullhead Trail Trailhead

    other

    Tennessee 37738, USA

    A trailhead mentioned as a shuttle pick-up point.

    Rainbow Falls Trail, Bullhead Trail TrailheadView on Google Maps

  19. Mount Pisgah Trail

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    8682 38-7258 #000, Canton, NC 28716, United States

    Dog-friendly hiking trail on leash

    View on Google Maps

  20. Black Balsam Knob

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    Pisgah Forest, NC 28768, United States

    Dog-friendly hiking trail on leash

    Black Balsam KnobView on Google Maps