This challenging loop hike will have us visiting beautiful Abrams Falls as the first part of our journey. We will go to the falls via the “back way” from the Abrams Creek Ranger Station (down the Cooper Road and Little Bottoms Trails, and ultimately to the falls).

After a rest and snack/lunch, we will backtrack to where we must cross Abrams Creek to reach the Hannah Mountain Trail – this requires wading, which can be extremely hazardous in high water.

We will soon reach the Rabbit Creek Trail, which rises slightly before descending to where we will ultimately cross Abrams Creek again before arriving back at the Ranger Station.

Hike is 12.2 miles. Rated difficult. Note that if the creek waters are too high to cross safely, we will find alternate routes.

Meet at Kroger on South Hall Road in Alcoa ready to leave at 7:30 a.m. Drive 30 miles round trip, suggested reimbursement to driver of $2. Or meet at the trail head near Abrams Creek Ranger Station at 8:30 a.m.

Leader: Randy Mitchell (865-406-6469)