This trail complex offers riders a variety of opportunities ranging from short loop trails to long overnight rides and provides some spectacular views. Riders may choose Starr Mountain Horse Trail, which follows the crest of Starr Mountain, or Bullet Creek Horse Trail, which passes through the bottomland forest environment along Bullet Creek. For a short challenging ride, try Burkett Ivens Trail, which takes riders through both rocky and forested terrain.

Address: Box 2010, Cleveland, TN

Distance from Outdoor Chattanooga HQ: 1 hour drive

Map(s) and directions:
Take I-75N to the first Cleveland exit (64 bypass) and go right. Proceed approximately 7 miles to Ocoee Hwy 64 exit. Drive to Hwy 411 exit; take left toward Benton/Etowah. From Etowah, take, TN Hwy 310 (Mecca Pike) east for 10 miles to the Tellico-Reliance Rd (TN Hwy 315). Turn right at Three Gears Market and proceed about 5 miles through Rural Vale to County Rd. 44. Turn right at Maple Springs Church sign and continue on Co. Rd. 44 for 4 miles to Forest Route44. Follow Forest Route 44 to the top of the mountain where trail signs will be evident.

Activity type: moderate to experienced

Dates/Hours: Open year round