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West Rim Loop Trail
Arguable boasting some of the best views in Cloudland Canyon State Park, this 5-mile hike takes you across rocky ledges and along canyon rims where you will have unobstructed views of over the eastern rim of the canyon.
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West Rim Loop Trail Details
Arguable boasting some of the best views in Cloudland Canyon State Park, this 5-mile hike takes you across rocky ledges and along canyon rims where you will have unobstructed views of over the eastern rim of the canyon. However, these views do come at a price. Scrambling across boulders and ascending up steep switchbacks can be difficult for the inexperienced hiker. There are a few campsites along the way, just in case you feel like tackling this trail in parts.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around West Rim Loop Trail
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0.3 mi away
Cloudland Canyon State Park
Named Trenton Gulf or Sitton Gulch initially, Cloudland Canyon State Park is located on the west side of the famous Lookout Mountain.
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Cloudland Canyon
There is a world of natural beauty to uncover in this state park, like cascading waterfalls, rugged mountain cliffs, and densely wooded forest.
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Cloudland Canyon Waterfalls Trail
The crown gem of Cloudland Canyon State Park, this trail takes you to one of the most spectacular natural spots in the country.
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Cherokee Falls
As the first of many waterfalls along the Waterfall Trail in Cloudland Canyon, this lush body of water is arguably the most scenic.
9.1 mi away
Lula Falls
A short hike through the Lula Lake Land Trust takes you along Rock Creek until you arrive at the incredibly scenic waterfall.
