


Cherokee National Forest Chestnut Mountain Trail
This 5.7 horse trail begins at the Lost Corral parking lot off Maggie Mill Road FDR #27 and ends at Iron Gap on Starr Mountain. The portion of the trail near Iron Gap is moderate to difficult due to steep terrain. The remainder of this trail is easy to moderate to travel and passes through the Gee Creek Wilderness. This trail winds its way over Chestnut Mountain.
Address: Box 2010, Cleveland, TN
Distance from Outdoor Chattanooga HQ: 30 minute drive
Map(s) and directions:
Take Highway 411 south from Etowah and turn left at the Gee Creek Campground entrance sign (FDR #27). Take the first left (past Gee Creek Maintenance barn), cross the railroad tracks and park in the parking area. Follow 4-WD Road 2004 to junction of Chestnut Mountain trail #104 trailhead.
Activity type: moderate to difficult
Dates/Hours: Open year round