Trail Review: Savage Day Loop to Savage Falls Spur

Trail: Savage Day Loop to Savage Falls
Location: Savage Gulf State Natural Area, State Highway 111, Palmer, TN 37365
Trail Length: 5 Miles
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Solitude: Moderate

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Savage Gulf State Natural Area offers some of the best hiking and backpacking in Tennessee. With its deep river gorges, expansive overlooks, and numerous waterfalls, Savage Gulf epitomizes the rugged beauty of the Cumberland Plateau. The loop and spur I'll outline here only scratches the surface of what this area has to offer, but it provides an easy introduction to this mountain landscape or an easily accessible getaway for the already initiated. For those who want a fairly easy hike for a quick overnight backpack trip that includes a gorgeous swimming hole, look no further. Others who prefer a simple but rewarding day hike might also consider this one. Let's get into some specifics and check out a few more pics below.