This article was originally published on the Travel Southeast Tennessee website on June 3, 2019.
Owned by the state since 1973, the 18,000-acre Savage Gulf State Natural Area in Grundy County protects one of the last-known stands of virgin timber in the eastern U.S. and contains approximately 55 miles of hiking trails. Several trails, providing a half-dozen or more hike options, can be accessed from the Stone Door Ranger Station.
Note: This area is now part of the new Savage Gulf State Park.
Bob Butters
I’m re-posting some of the articles I’ve written in recent years. While some of the links may be out-of-date, I believe much of the information contained is still relevant. BB