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The Lakeshore Loop Trail follows the Tennessee River/Lake Chickamauga for a short distance. In the winter, water levels may be down, but the trail offers a quieter view of the lake than other areas of the park.
Mar 28, 2024 near Lakesite, TN
The gravel trail moves around the fields and signs provide information on the sky above you.
Mar 28, 2024 near Lakesite, TN
Rainbolt Trail marker
Jan 2, 2024 near Madison, AL
The falls on a dry day.
Nov 20, 2023 near Spencer, TN
The trail rolls through the woods.
Nov 9, 2023 near Byrdstown, TN
During the fall, leaves change color and light up the woods.
Nov 9, 2023 near Byrdstown, TN
The Cordell Hull birthplace cabin can be seen across the street.
Nov 9, 2023 near Byrdstown, TN
Cove Creek descends through the cave area, transforming the landscape.
Nov 9, 2023 near Byrdstown, TN
Bunkum Cave can be seen from the observation platform. Cordell Hull's father made moonshine in this cave.
Nov 9, 2023 near Byrdstown, TN
The trail meanders through a forest which in the fall, is vibrant with reds, yellows, and oranges as the leaves change color.
Nov 9, 2023 near Byrdstown, TN
The trail descends a wooden staircase down to the cave entrance.
Nov 9, 2023 near Byrdstown, TN
Rock ledges and formations are littered throughout the trail.
Oct 26, 2023 near Bridgeport, AL
You can take the cutoff trail to the left if you don't want to hike the full 1.2 miles.
Oct 26, 2023 near Bridgeport, AL
Flowers bloom along the trail throughout the year.
Oct 26, 2023 near Bridgeport, AL
There are several benches along the trail that offer you the chance to rest and enjoy the views of the forest.
Oct 26, 2023 near Bridgeport, AL
The trail is asphalt that is covered with moss for a majority of its journey through the woods.
Oct 26, 2023 near Bridgeport, AL
American Beautyberry can be seen along the trail throughout the year.  In the fall, their berries are bright purple.
Oct 26, 2023 near Bridgeport, AL
There is a platform and firepit area where you can take a break to enjoy the views before making your way back to your car.
Oct 26, 2023 near Tracy City, TN
In addition to the story panels, there is an outdoor play area in the woods along the trail where your child can play.  This is a good break in the hike as it is almost 1/2 way from the trailhead.
Oct 26, 2023 near Tracy City, TN
Story panels line the trail, offering a chance for children to engage with the story along the trail and discover new parts of the story along the hike.
Oct 26, 2023 near Tracy City, TN
The trees along the trail showcase beautiful colors in the fall.
Oct 26, 2023 near Tracy City, TN
View of the upper lake
Oct 1, 2023 near Summerv…, GA
Bridge near end of trail.
Oct 1, 2023 near Summerv…, GA
The upper lake
Oct 1, 2023 near Summerv…, GA
Some lovely chickweed, which frankly, deserves a better name.
Sep 27, 2023 near Bon Aqu…, TN
Just what it says...this is the trail entrance. Of course, you can be a rebel if you like and go in the out way...
Sep 25, 2023 near Bon Aqu…, TN
Cotton blooming 9/9/23 plants over 5-feet tall.
Sep 10, 2023 near Harvest, AL
Spotted touch-me-not or jewelweed.
Sep 10, 2023 near Harvest, AL
Large field on Wolf Gap campus.
Sep 6, 2023 near Pulaski, TN
At the end of the trail, you have access to the Water Batteries, where there are nice views of the Cumberland River.
Jul 14, 2023 near Dover, TN
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