Posted in Nashville
August 30, 2017
Escape The City With This Scenic Nashville Countryside Hike
Located 66 miles from Nashville, Bearwaller Gap is a stunning hike tucked up in the heart of Middle Tennessee. We decided to take a walk along the well-trafficked rail and we meandered through the lush foliage of the Volunteer State all while catching beautiful glimpses at the waters below. This is truly a hike you have to experience, whether you’re a Nashville native or a tourist. Fall in love with Tennessee all over again with a few hours stolen away in nature.
Bearwaller Gap is not for the faint of heart, and is a rather a difficult hike that cuts along the Cumberland River. Don't show up if you're looking for a loop, because this out-and-back hike is a fantastic place for you to plan on hours in the great outdoors.
Depending on how ready you are to walk, you can extend your hike out to over eleven miles. Eleven miles of lush greenery, beautiful, meandering trails and a stunning view of the great Cumberland. Does it get better than that...?
The trail is located near Carthage, Tennessee but makes for a perfect day trip if you're tired of heading to Radnor Lake. We're not too sure who exactly is tired of Radnor..? But it can get a bit crowded during the sunny months, so we definitely understand if you'd rather get away from it all and challenge your body a bit at Bearwaller Gap.
The trail is difficult, so do keep in mind that it isn't extremely well manicured. This is the outdoors: the beautiful, messy, dusty and green and brown and gorgeous outdoors, so be ready for a hefty hike. Don't forget your water bottle!
We'd recommend that you visit during the spring or the fall, since summer welcomes critters and all sorts of sweat and the wintertime is just a bit chilly.
What a view. Have you ever hiked Bearwaller Gap...? Have we convinced you to try it out this weekend? Let us know in the comments!
What a beautiful place! We’re in love. Check out these great last-minute adventures for the end of summer, too!
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