John Muir Trail — Tennessee (Hiwassee River)
A scenic point-to-point trail along the Hiwassee River in Cherokee National Forest following the path naturalist John Muir walked in 1867, with river views, hardwood forests, and the Hiwassee River gorge.
Route overview
- Region
- Tennessee, United States
- Distance
- 21 miles
- Elevation gain
- 4,200 feet
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Recommended duration
- 4 days
- Route type
- Point-to-Point
No permit requirement is currently listed; confirm current rules before departure.
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