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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! Fire Tower FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Check out this 6.9-mile loop trail near Lineville, Alabama. This hike, which starts in Cheaha State Park and ventures into the Talladega National Forest's Cheaha Wilderness, offers a contrast between the two flanks of the same mountainan eastern side with. Definitely challenging in parts, but really easy at parts too. The Cave Creek Trail meanders through lush woods and several easy stream crossings. The easiest access is from Lake Chinnabee which is about one mile round trip from the parking area. Challenging on the feet and ankles. Super easy to get off trail. it is reliably unreliable year round - plan accordingly.WILDFLOWER ~ Mountain Laurel / Late Spring / White6.9 ~ SPRING CROSSING ~ SWThe spring is off trail about 50' to the right, through a Mountain Laurel thicket.You'll be able to hear it a lot beer than you can see it.7.6 ~ CREEK CROSSING ~ LC, RW7.8 ~ TURNIPSEED HUNTER'S CAMP ~ LC, RWThe trail goes straight across the camp road. 5.1 km Our distance was closer to 7.8 miles. This is kinda of a prep trip for an eventual Thru of the Pinhoti. Franklin Delano Roosevelt State Park It was a great hike but quite hard. Amazing views though. Not too short, not too long, just right. Ring Park Thanks. Sipsey Wilderness If you take this route/path, plan for plenty of time. 7,318' Down Walhalla Discover the beauty of the highest point in Alabama on an island in the sky! With about 2 hours til dark, we thought for sure we were not on the right trail. Hot Springs Throughout the years that followed, as I slowly ran out of popular hiking trails in my area, I began to search for and hike in more seldom-visited areas. Mountain Store is open 7 am- 9 pm every day and has snacks and quick meal options. there are also numerous camp sites that aren't listed there either. Robbinsville Soddy Daisy 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. Any way we can talk about your trip? I read that in another review should've listened, Very light traffic ! Moderate 4.4 (137) Cheaha State Park. Little Frog Wilderness The Pinhoti Trail continues straight towards an amazing vista at McDill Point (part of the Cave Creek Loop) and eventually to Cheaha State Park. We, too, lost the trail in the rock field. Four of us started out unprepared for a 2 mile in and 2 mile out. Pond Mountain Wilderness Cheaha. There are three biking trails located on the east side of the park: Cheaha Express (yellow blazes) - 2.4 miles. Official Web site of Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, 2023 Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Torreya State Park My wife and I did this hike in January as we were traveling home to Memphis from Atlanta. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 8 min to complete. Lesson learned, trust the dog. Hike an easy trail to a beautiful waterfall at the base of Mount Cheaha, Alabama's highest point. The scenic road less traveled is Cheaha Road (County Road 42) from Munford, AL, which winds its way through the Talladega National Forest with curves, roadside brambles, and uneven asphalt. Be the first to share your experience. Southeastern Cave Conservancy This hike features scenic views, intermediate rock scrambles, and a rewarding peak point. Taking other people's content (text, photos, etc) without permission is a copyright violation and February 2019 Highlands Scenic Highway Wekiwa Springs State Park My dog (lab mix) did fine on the trek, but we were both tired at the end. hiker services.CS ~ Convenience Store / Nice Mom and Pop stores ~ 0TT ~ Trail Town / Large enough for McDonald's ~ 0SC ~ Small Campsite / At least one tent site ~ 4.4LC ~ Large Campsite / At least three tent sites ~ 3.1, 4.8, 5.4, 5.8, 6.0, 7.6, 7.8, ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Ducktown We were able to find markings on trees in the rocky region so that helped but All trails kept us on the correct route. Also, the creek crossings were mostly hopping over rocks but a few were maybe shin deep and easy to cross but with Crocs if you dont want wet hiking shoes! Tallahassee Area The 7,245-acre Cheaha Wilderness offers high elevations, with numerous overlooks for panoramic views of east-central Alabama. The lake trail with the blue blazes was pretty throughly marked. Never hike or head into that area that may be above your fitness or experience level. Crew-land-and-water-trust We had been tracking it on hers. 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. Parts of trail are not well marked. The bigfoot trail is a very clear path that will take you straight up to the summit and observation tower. Please stay safe and well! June 2015 Great trail. Bradenton Loved this hike! Figuring out the rock area was a bit tricky, but made it thru! left on the Chinnabee Silent Trail and hike 5.4 miles to Lake Chinnabee. Cumberland Trail New River Gorge National Park Make sure you have enough water Couple of lookouts are worth spending time. January 2021 alltrails fails to show river crossings. Falling Waters State Park Parking and Trail Access. The hike to Cheaha Falls is very short and easy, only a two-mile Devil's Den Falls is a beautiful waterfall in Cheaha State Park. This trail connects to the White Rock Creek Trail (North) at the northern tip of the lake. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 9 min to complete. Sparta May 2018 Cherokee July 2017 No conditions reported in the past 7 days. At roughly two miles along the trail, youll come to a rocky overlook facing the south. Sale Creek Lineville Cheaha (the highest point in Alabama), you'll have a breathtaking view and ample opportunities for photography. Plane crash looks like much of it is missing, which was really disappointing. Eastpoint The views are superb, and there's no hard sections/ I rarely do two "Best Hikes" in a row, but nevertheless, I am calling this a "Best Hike". 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). 9.0, 11.0, 12.7, 15.7TS ~ Trail Shelter / Three sided, open front ~ 9.2SW ~ Seasonal Water / Needs rain in the past week ~ 1.2, 2.5, 3.2, 5.5, 5.9, 6.0, Trail Marking:Wilderness Standards do not allow trail blazing in protected areas ~ mile 0.0 thru The trail was not easy to follow in a few segments but I had good enough service to follow along in the app. It is a moderately difficult hike, but the return along the Pinholti Trail is much more difficult and less developed with extensive boulder fields to contend with. 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. Users have reported that the trail is poorly marked in some sections. February 2018 The water source for the shelter is Cheaha Falls.10.5 ~ PINE BEETLE CUT11.0 ~ CAMPSITE ~ LC, RWLook for the camp down on the le.11.2 ~ DEVIL'S DEN FOOT BRIDGEThis 75' bridge has good views of the chaos below in Devil's Den.11.4 ~ TRAIL SIGN / SKYWAY LOOP TRAIL INTERSECTION ~ RWContinue on for another 50' past this sign to the Skyway Loop Trail sign. Sopchoppy Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 41 min to complete. August 2017 Pumpkintown Pigeon-Crockford Wildlife Management Area you will hit cabins after 1 , continue on the road for 0.2 mile t. As mentioned by many previous reviews the trail is well marked and easy to find the trailhead. Bartram Trail Wear your ankle supports if you try this one. Nantahala National Forest 1,279' Down Slightly muddy and slick. 125.881744 ft. Hard. Pigeon-Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area Upper Tampa Bay County Park March 2017 Super steep, not for young children. Listening to good music inspires me to capture nature's beauty on the camera in different aspects that also make me recall many beautiful music pieces that I've heard.. Pinhoti Trail Mountains-to-Sea Trail Quick Point Nature Preserve No permits required. We continued on, the trails were marked we didn't think much of it. Occasionally unclear direction in the middle of the trail but fine with alltrails. The trail ends with a . From here, you can ei Atop a rocky perch on the side of Mt. Blairsville Wonderful hike. The park recommends traveling on the Talladega Scenic Drive (Alabama Highway 281) which is well maintained, wide, and easily driven by large recreational vehicles. Suches Venice October 2018 Cheaha Wilderness Stone Mountain Please note that the following directions Cohutta Wilderness Fees are per adult, senior, or child. Vermont Shining Rock Wilderness See my pictures and videos below. Elk Park 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. If your child loves nature, Cheaha is the perfect placefor your nextbirthday celebration. Eagle's Rest Park Great bouldering near the top. Somehow your blog popped up (God Intervention) and it was what trail we found ourselves on.. so we followed everything you did and finally got back to parking lot in 6 hours, hot, hungry and thirsty but praising you!! Weedon Island Preserve West Virginia We started at Cheaha trail head and went along the Pinhoti Trail and connected to Cave Creek trail and back again. November 2019 next to the parking lot. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 13 h 30 min to complete. 177 Legendary Trail Loop , Floresville, TX 78114 is a single-family home listed for-sale at $293,950. DeSoto State Park Nearby attractions include Talladega National Forest, Pinhoti Trail, Cheaha Wilderness Area, Chief Ladiga Rails to Trails Bike Route (joins the Silver Comet in Atlanta), Coldwater Mountain Biking Trails, Historic Downtown Heflin, Wine Tasting Trail, Choccolocco Park, Freedom Riders Park, Oxford Center for the Performing Arts, Talladega Super Speedway, Dale Jarrett Racing Adventure, and historic Kymulga Grist Mill Covered Bridge and Park. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. 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. Apalachicola National Forest Salem This scenic trail leads to one of Alabama's most breathtaking views, and it's mostly used for hiking and nature trips. Hayesville We had three options, go to the nearest road and hike on the road back to the parking lot, go back the way we came (which wasn't well marked) or B line it for the parking lot which was about 5 miles as the crow flies away. left on the Pinho and hike 6.0 miles to the Little Caney Head Campsite. Riverview Pointe Preserve Military members/veterans are free with ID. July 2014 It can also be accessed from Turnipseed campground, but that is about six miles. Loved this trail. 2023 The Outbound Collective - Terms of Use - Privacy Policy. If you're in decent shape and have at least hiked a little bit before, this shouldn't be too bad. Do not interact with wildlife. Keep an eye out for the uphill Wife and I hiked this today. This was an amazing trail and I cant believe some of the views! I am also a student at European School of Music where I learned that music and nature have a lot in common. 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! FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Troutdale Very well marked, steep in a few places but great outlooks. Snowbird Backcountry Area Would do this one again! Chattanooga Valley My buddy and I decided to hike the trail out to McDill Overlook on a sunday in Feb 2018 and were going to hike the cave creek trail on the way back. This is about the halfway point to the falls. Following SR 281 further down the mountain from the park offices, youll come to the Chinnabee Silent Trail parking lot. Naples Area Marlinton From there it flattens out and you walk along a road until you get to the hilarious Big Foot trail with wooden cutouts of Bog Foot hidden behind trees. Follow US 4313.6 miles to County Road 131, and turn right onto it. February 2015 5 hrs 30 mins. A lot of places to wander off the trail. Military members/veterans are free with ID. Appalachian Trail Challenging but not a killer. Look for a sign that points to McDill overlook, and follow a side trail for the last quarter mile. December 2015 Glasgow Tate City Overall, highly recommended for a weekend or extended weekend trip. Erwin We made it about 3 miles then we turned around. As a highpointer I did not want to drive to the top, but hiking is difficult because there is no trail to the top. Jackson Beautiful ride but lots of trees and sticks on the trail so watch out!!! Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area Alabama's Chinnabee Silent Trail is a 7.3-mile out and back trail that features a lake, waterfalls, and other beautiful features. Panthertown Valley Length 8.9 miElevation gain 1,804 ftRoute type Loop. Pine Mountain Although challenging, this trail was completely worth it. Very steep. The cave creek trail part is pretty easy to follow. 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?). For more breathtaking views from Cheaha Mountain, be sure to take a look at the following article: This Is The Highest Point In Alabama And The Views Are Positively Breathtaking. That first mile covers most of the altitude gain youll encounter on your journey but we found plenty of places to rest so taking it slow and steady would not be a problem. I got lost and had to bushwhack my way back to the trailhead.the trail itself is nothing special really, just a walk along/around a ridge. Didnt trust the dog when he went up. March 2016 Savage Gulf State Natural Area 891.65 m Up The trail itself has a cool history as it was constructed in 1977 by Boy Scout Troop 29 from the Start hiking at Cheaha Trailhead, located at the far end of a parking area just before you get to Cheaha State Park on Highway 281. Cherokee National Forest Skyway Loop Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Ashland, Alabama. June 2019 February 2014, All Overall we had an amazing time and checked off a bucket list item to see Alabamas highest point! Keep a close watch on the blazes!4.3 ~ PEARLY GATES ~ 2050'You will have to see it to believe it. I turned left, and finished the loop at 7.5 miles. Print/PDF map. Be sure to take/download a map, as it can be easy to lose the tail especially in fall/winter. The mountain store is fairly close to the the Big Foot trailhead (light blue blazes) that takes you to the top of the mountain, so theres an opportunity to buy food or water before continuing your hike if needed! Please follow the Leave No Trace guidelines while visiting the park. The trail to Pulpit Rock in Cheaha State Park, near Anniston, AL is a mere mile. Weeki Wachee Preserve Oconee State Park Scottsboro Area Discover this 8.9-mile loop trail near Lineville, Alabama. St. Joseph Bay State Buffer Preserve 2,932' Down Due to knee issues we aborted this trail and hiked another trail. Chatsworth Fort Payne There are some rocky sections that are hard to tell where the trail goes. Read More Download the Outbound mobile app Find adventures and camping on the go, share photos, use GPX tracks, and download maps for offline use. Soon, the trail went through a powerline clearing (that I crossed in the very beginning), and reached a trail junction at 7.2 miles. February 2021 Tea Creek Wildlife Management Area Imagine 2,799 acres of granite boulders and wind-warped ancient trees at 2,407 feet above sea level, often above the clouds, and surrounded by 392,567 acres of the Talladega National Forest including 7,245 acres of Cheaha Wilderness. Citrus Wildlife Management Area Chattahoochee National Forest September 2016 The Cave Creek trail was really nothing to write about. 290.28 m Up Theres also a large boulder field on the west side of the mountain where you can easily lose the trail. Your FREE account works with all Adventure Projects sites. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. 1,127' Down Boone December 2016 Standing Indian Backcountry Area Oxford Lake Wales Ridge State Forest Park admission may be paid at the store if the park gate is closed. I would recommend downloading and using map. Explore this 6.2-mile out-and-back trail near Lineville, Alabama. Trail is great. Young Harris. Also fell victim to seeing that it was a 1mi hike at the lake without looking it up here, so we started it an hour before sunset and had to turn back. Lake Trail leads hikers up steep slopes to the top of Cheaha Mountain, the highest point in Alabama at 2,413 feet. North Carolina Lookout Mountain Battlefield 2,925' Up Many fresh trail markers, so the trail is well marked now. Catfish Creek State Park Chattanooga April 2014 Tough to find the trail at times. Then turn Essentially no views of waterfalls. Mama Bear is the middle option of the stacked loop system at Cold Water Mountain. Joyce Kilmer Slickrock Wilderness Calhoun We made the hike with a medium sized dog (mini Aussie/blue healer mix) and she had a bit of a tough time, there were a few places we needed to lift her up or over rough terrain, so be aware if you bring your dog that the trail may be a bit dangerous or challenging. 949' Down Paynes Creek Historic State Park A good pair of shoes is a must. Anniston Area March 2014 Sweetwater Creek State Park Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 13 h 30 min to complete. Definitely a moderate trail. Always practice Leave No Trace ethics on your I took this trail to the top of the ridge and then eventually you end up on the road and can take that all the way up or you can tale the bigfoot trail that runs parallel to the road for the final stretch of about a half mile. One of the best view in Alabama. Beginning Point: Cheaha Wilderness Trailhead on Alabama State Route 281 Directions: From Anniston, AL: Take I-20 East to Exit 191. Plan to attempt it another time. There are three biking trails located on the east side of the park: Cheaha Express (yellow blazes) - 2.4 miles. January 2018 Being a jerk / offensive? The climbs werent too bad though a few were strenuous. Pigeon Crockford Mountain Wildlife Management Area Alabama: Cheaha Mountain, Cheaha State Park. Have you done this adventure? Trails were not marked well except when you entered another trail. You get nearly 1000' of elevation in the first mile, but there are plenty of places to rest for a sip of water. Blue Ridge Parkway For more information, please visit, No conditions reported in the past 7 days. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. I would definitely use AllTrails for some areas that arent marked well. Blood Mountain Wilderness . Steep. We had enough service throughout the trails to use navigation, but the trails were well marked so we rarely needed it. We continued onto the Pinhoti and came back via Hernandez Point to make a nice 8 mile loop. Blakely Really liked it and wish we could've finished it! Follow the Cave Creek Trail until you reach the Pinhoti connector, and hang a right to take the Pinhoti Trail northbound. The Pinhoti Connector was somewhat faint, as it steeply descended back down to the Cave Creek Trail at 7.4 miles. Waleska Bankhead National Forest We ended up doing a total of about 26 miles that day. Thankfully we pack headlamps. Today, you can find me out in the woods every weekend, whether it's on an official trail or bushwhacking through cross-country terrain without any paths. It is an out or back hike, but can be combined with the Pinholti Trail to make for a long loop (~14 miles). Rosman I was worn out. About a half a mile down the trail, you'll cross County Road 600, a mostly gravel road. Take your time hunting those blue blazes. 7.5 miles and the toughest pull was up to Hernandez peak. Although it was dense fog the entire day. This trail is great for birding, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. also no unobstructed views of mountains. Blowing Rock My other hobbies include chess, science, old music, and meteorology. Art Loeb Trail 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. Beautiful trail. Marianna Area Very steep n rocky at some points but the views are worth it. Good walk though. Beautiful mountains and plenty of rocks. This is a state park within Talladega National Forest. South Cumberland State Park Store. Print/PDF map. Cashiers Flint River The Alabama State Parks provide several parks that feature great trail systems that are managed by mountain biking organizations. Frozen Head State Park ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Would recommend adding the rock garden to your hike. View is definitely worth it (even though easier trails also take you to the same view). Id rather just do the pinhoti side of the trail. That said a really nice married couple blew right past me doing this same trip, so maybe Im just out of shape lol. Don't take someone who has never hiked before though. Duncan Ridge Trail Spruce Pine This part is flat too. Vogel State Park They earned their mountain goat badges it was very steep and intense at spots. 16.9 km Ocala Area Cloudland Canyon State Park Greeneville first 1 mile up is steep with 0.2 mile rocky May be hard if youre not a regular hiker. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Lake June-in-Winter State Park November 2016 I highly recommend taking a small detour to the rock garden overlook, you wont be disappointed!! Leon Sinks Geological Area This trail offers a variety of attractionsmountain top views, waterfalls, steep rock climbs, and great camping. December 2014 This area provides a nice place to stop and rest or even eat a nice picnic lunch. Cool water features along the Chinnabee and awesome views along the Pinhoti and even the ole Skyway trail has some charm. Cullowhee The falls are downstream 50' to the le.LC ~ There is a large campsite on the right, before the creek crossing.FORDING HAZARD: Use extreme caution after heavy rains.9.2 ~ CHEAHA FALLS SHELTER ~ TSThe trail turns sharp right just past the shelter. Caves Ridden clockwise, the trail offers of plenty of swoops, berms and bends, making it a must-ride. Prentice Cooper State Forest Loved this trail. Watch for the blue blazes through the trees to get across. November 2017 Santa Rosa Beach Beautiful hike. Alabama State Parks Rules and Regulations, Usethis park guest guide tohelp you make your plans. Something else? We did have all the proper gear, food, and attire so it wasn't that big of an issue but if anyone was to ever get lost there, it is a very difficult hike off of the trail. Maggie Valley You can go right on the road about 50 The loop features narrow and rustic singletrack with a lot of small-to-medium rocks and a number of roots in the trail bed. Trail was dry and lots of water in the streams. AL Hwy 49 is also a great route and it connects with AL Hwy 281. Withlacoochee State Forest A great time and a great park! For this trip youll need at least 4 meals.Veggie Wraps: Privacy Statement | Contact USA Great views. 24.0 km The Outbound works best with JavaScript enabled. We spent too much time exploring off trail and did the last mile in full dark. Harder than I thought it would be! Long Trail There is one section that had so many rocks of every kind that I started to lose my mind a bit. Great trail. Adams Gap Trailhead on AL 281 South, only 3.8 miles south ofCheaha State Park. Rather than driving up to the top, we decided to take the Lake Trail up to the top. Do not hike in severe weather, seek shelter.Dont forget to check the weather before you leave. 7.4mi, This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, Create Recommended Route or Fees are per adult, senior, or child. September 2019 Allegheny Trail It was challenging but very rewarding. We are planning on taking this very trip. May 2016 We got down to a creek and replenished our water with a filter and carried on. Middlesex Primitive campsites are located throughout, usually in great locations. Following SR 281 further down the mountain from the park offices, youll come to the Chinnabee Silent Trail parking lot. Print/PDF map. Originally based out of Atlanta, Georgia, I started out by occasionally hiking short trails throughout well-known Georgia State Parks. Fort Yargo State Park 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 Berry College Trail System Mountain City ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. 389.93 m Down, 3.2 mi Very inclined but very well marked and fun! Virgin Falls State Natural Area I wouldn't suggest ever B Lining it in the dark but we did. This sign board is off trail 10' on thele and is easy to miss.3.7 ~ STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN ~ 1575'Here is a huge rock garden and there are a lot of tricky little uphill rockyswitchbacks for the next 0.5 miles. There is one small creek to cross. If you have questions, please contact the Park Manager atCheaha.StatePark@dcnr.alabama.gov. for about10' and turn le up the hill into the Cheaha Wilderness.0.1 ~ CHEAHA WILDERNESS BOUNDARY / INFO BOARD ~ 1500'1.2 thru 2.5 ~ 6 SPRING CROSSINGS ~ 1360' +/- ~ SW3.1 ~ CAMPSITE ~ 1380' ~ LC, SWThere is a fire ring here on the le and the spring crossing is at mile 3.2.3.2 ~ SPRING CROSSING ~ 1360' ~ SW3.5 ~ SIGN BOARD / ROAD BED ~ 1460'The trail turns right on the road bed and goes 0.2 miles.3.7 ~ SIGN BOARD ~ 1575'The trail goes back in the woods on the le. 1,274' Up Grundy Forest State Natural Area Gainesville Area Topsail Hill State Park This is about the halfway point to the falls. Benton https://www.alapark.com/parks/cheaha-state-park. We just completed this loop and I think the water levels are relatively high. this became serious when I stayed at cheaha falls shelter and a massive storm rolled in. 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