This Just Might Be The Most Beautiful Hike In All Of Tennessee

If you make your way through this stunning state natural area, not only will you be rewarded with 50-foot cascading waterfalls, but the cut of the mountains in the sky will make you drop your jaw in complete and utter awe. Take a hike, take a dip, take a minute to enjoy the absolutely stunning reality that lies within this amazing Tennessee spot, and fall in love with the Savage Gulf trails - forever.

Savage Gulf State Natural Area is managed by Tennessee State Parks: South Cumberland, and proffers some killer views and multiple hiking opportunities while you're out and about in the natural area.

There are scads of swimming holes (be careful!) and places to camp along the trail, as well. Just remember - only make a fire in an already existing fire ring! Be safe, y'all.

Tennessee wildlife really shows its cards out here, and you have the chance to enjoy some of the prettiest views this side of the Mississippi.

If you're looking to hike the whole of the Savage Gulf you're looking at an 8.6 miler, with a two day commitment. You can choose between easy and rigorous trail difficulties, per usual.

You may want to camp out or make your way down the trails in the spring or autumn - winter temperatures can dip into the thirties or forties, with the summertime crazy hot with humidity.

The whole place looks like a fairy tale, doesn't it?

Located just a stones throw from Chattanooga, you don't have to leave the comforts of city life TOO far behind.

But with views like this...?

Who really needs the city, anyway. It's not us!

Are you in awe just about now? Because we sure are! Have you taken a hike through here before? Is it as amazing as it looks?