A good pair of shoes is a must. Thanks. Alabama Bureau of Tourism and Travel, P.O. Definitely a moderate trail. Cheaha State Park charges a fee to enter. Once you make it around to the Pinhoti trail things change significantly- lots of interesting landscape and views aplenty. Parking was easy and the trail was clearly marked. Id rather just do the pinhoti side of the trail. Jasper Lumpkin December 2017 The terrain is not too challenging, but it is a bit steep on the way back to the parking area.Several waterfalls are within the park, as well as numerous trails of va Bald Rock is maybe the most easily accessible views I have ever experienced. It is an out or back hike, but can be combined with the Pinholti Trail to make for a long loop (~14 miles). Not beginner friendly though. Highlands Scenic Highway Overall it was a great hike, I would do it again now that I know where to go but just be careful and make sure that youre staying on the trail. Santa Rosa Beach My first time in Alabama.. HospitalTanner Medical Center/East Alabama1032 Main St S, Wedowee, AL 36278+12563572111, ClinicClay County Medical Clinic60026 AL-49, Lineville, AL 36266+12563962141, Head to nearest campsite or road crossing, Always yield to emergency responder directions. Not too short, not too long, just right. Cheaha (the highest point in Alabama), you'll have a breathtaking view and ample opportunities for photography. Pigeon-Crockford Wildlife Management Area Official Web site of Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, 2023 Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Visit the mountain biking section to learn more, Cheaha State Park PreK-12 Field Trip and Outreach Curriculum. North Carolina Tough rock scramble with amazing views before the road walk. Be the first to leave a review! GTM Reserve Want to report conditions for this trail? This trail is great for birding, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Technical terrain with no alternate lines. Somewhere about halfway down on the cave creek trail, we ended up taking a wrong turn but didn't know it. Most of the trail is steep and rocky. 45.3 km Very well marked, steep in a few places but great outlooks. The trail ends with a . Chattanooga Valley My son and I are beginning highpointers, and this was the second US Highpoint we "summited." Great trail conditions back in March, easy to find yourself off the trail, but if you check your maps regularly everything is a fun experience! 343.42 m Up October 2014 Would do this one again! Vogel State Park Alabama's Chinnabee Silent Trail is a 7.3-mile out and back trail that features a lake, waterfalls, and other beautiful features. About a half a mile down the trail, you'll cross County Road 600, a mostly gravel road. Balsam Lake Recreation Area October 2019 Really great trail. Overall we had an amazing time and checked off a bucket list item to see Alabamas highest point! 103.9 m Down, 67.9 mi This is kinda of a prep trip for an eventual Thru of the Pinhoti. All outdoor activities, especially off-trail hiking, are done at your own risk. June 2017 Store. Fires Creek Recreation Area January 2017 Waleska Once you reach the cabins, you follow the road until you hit the bigfoot trail in front of a little store (or clubhouse, or museum, perhaps?). Fees are per adult, senior, or child. luckily some nice person gave my husband a ride back up to our car we would have struggled to make it back up for sure! The hike to Cheaha Falls is very short and easy, only a two-mile roundtrip, on very flat terrain. Allegheny Trail Rome I am also a student at European School of Music where I learned that music and nature have a lot in common. This was a fun one.. White Springs There are also sections of smooth singletrack where you can pick up some speed. You'll come very close to the highest point in Alabamaa short diversion down the paved main park road will get you there. Prentice Cooper State Forest June 2016 Savage Gulf State Natural Area Please explore responsibly! ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. We did it as an "afterthought" with limited time but would have enjoyed an overnighter just to enjoy the outdoorsinstead opted for one of the outstanding rustic cabins overlooking the valley on Mt. Falling Waters State Park Scottsboro Area Sky Valley One of my favorite hikes! However, I do recommend this view at sunrise during the summer because of how crowded it gets. Challenging on the feet and ankles. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your Virginia Outdoors Foundation July 2014 Hey! Blowing Rock Myron B. Hodge City Park DeSoto State Park Excellent camping spots. 289.12 m Down, 28.1 mi Very challenging loop. Pulpit Rock Trail - Cheaha State Park alltrails/Tim Smith Pulpit Rock Trail, which has an easy rating, is a 0.6-mile, out-and-back trail that's tucked away in Cheaha State Park near the town of Heflin. Cheaha Road is a picturesque route through the forest; however, since it is not a refined road, the park does not recommend it for large recreational vehicles. Monongahela National Forest Grandfather Mountain State Park Hiawassee Oxford 4.3 mi. Lake Placid Mountains-to-Sea Trail The reason we didnt do the full loop was because the creek part doesnt have good views. I would definitely use AllTrails for some areas that arent marked well. May 2018 Harder than I thought it would be! Theres another section with a ton of downed trees blocking the trail- presumably from Hurricane Zeta last year - but new trails have been formed around these trees. Park near the main entrance. Pisgah National Forest November 2018 The bigfoot trail is a very clear path that will take you straight up to the summit and observation tower. Mountain biking is encouraged here at the park, but please remember these are multi-use trails so all bikers must yield to hikers. this trail is so much fun. Cheaha State Park | Alapark Cheaha State Park Age 0-3: Free Age 4-11: $2 12 and older: $5 Senior Citizen age 62 and older: $2 (Please show ID) Parks for Patriots Veterans and Active Military: Free (Please show ID) Senior/Disabled: $55 Individuals Pass 12 & Older: $105 Family Pass up to 6: $155 Southern Nantahala Wilderness Chinnabee Silent Hiking Trail: Chinabee Road to Old Skyway, Pinhoti Trail: Adam's Gap to Cheaha State Park, Nubbin Creek Trail to Pinhoti Trail To McDill Point Loop, Chinnabee Silent Trail, Pinhoti, Cave Creek, Odum Loop, Hillabee Creek Bridge Trail to Rock Bridge, Deer Run, Lower Spring, Upper Spring, and Cheaha Express Loop. Tate City Great hike - did it over a Friday-Sunday. Oneida This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The Lake Park Loop Trail also connects to the Union Pacific Trail, the Santa Fe Trail, and the Katy Spur Trail. May 2017 Very overgrown trail with a lot of fallen trees. Adams Gap Trailhead on AL 281 South, only 3.8 miles south ofCheaha State Park. Please explore responsibly! Hike this loop trail to get a sampler of Talladega National Forest and the Cheaha Wilderness. This 17.7 mile loop trail is actually the combination of three separate trails, the Chinabee Silent Trail, the Skyway Loop Trail, and a piece of the Pinhoti Trail. Sarasota Area St. Marks National Wildlife Refuge 5.1 km Tallahassee Area we didn't read about it and just saw it was a 1 mile hike and took our daughters age 5 and 6. There are three biking trails located on the east side of the park: Cheaha Express (yellow blazes) - 2.4 miles. App came in handy a couple of times as Pinhoti is poorly marked in this section. Keep a close watch on the blazes!4.3 ~ PEARLY GATES ~ 2050'You will have to see it to believe it. Elevation gains were minimal. Camel's Hump State Park Cheaha State Park PreK-12 Field Trip and Outreach Curriculum, Senior Citizen age62 and older: $2 (Please show ID), Parks for Patriots Veterans and Active Military: Free (Please show ID). Be the first to leave a review! 16.9 km September 2019 Panthertown Valley We ultimately made the decision to walk back to the lake by the road instead of risk taking our dog back down the steeper parts of the trail, so I cant attest for the hike back. Glasgow Alabama: Cheaha Mountain, Cheaha State Park. Too wet and cold ft. home is a 4 bed, 3.0 bath property. next to the parking lot. Wonderful hike. The trail to Pulpit Rock in Cheaha State Park, near Anniston, AL is a mere mile. Cherokee Beautiful mountains and plenty of rocks. New River Gorge National Park Also, I did not start tracking the trail on this app until about halfway through when my friends phone died. Leon Sinks Geological Area Super steep, not for young children. Jefferson National Forest May 2016 Pinhoti Trail We had enough cell phone service to check out a map online but not much help!! South Carolina Just not marked. Huntington November 2019 Mama Bear is the middle option of the stacked loop system at Cold Water Mountain. Do not interact with wildlife. Essentially no views of waterfalls. About a half a mile down the trail, youll cross County Road 600, a mostly gravel road. trail data. Frozen Head State Park https://www.alapark.com/parks/cheaha-state-park. Topsail Hill State Park Adel The valley at the base of Mount Cheaha is home to several picturesque waterfalls flowing out of Cheaha Lake. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 9 min to complete. Virgin Falls State Natural Area This is a state park within Talladega National Forest. The first section is a little steeper, but nothing where you're going to be down on all fours. I have Pinhoti maps, but I can't seem to find much on these trails. Gatlinburg 7.5 miles and the toughest pull was up to Hernandez peak. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Will absolutely be back again when it warms up a bit. We started at Cheaha trail head and went along the Pinhoti Trail and connected to Cave Creek trail and back again. Bulow Creek State Park Pinnacle Park Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 41 min to complete. If you have questions, please contact the Park Manager atCheaha.StatePark@dcnr.alabama.gov. To us this hike was about 2.5 miles too long for us!!!!!! Enter your email address to subscribe for trail reports: March 2021 A lot of places to wander off the trail. 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