Are dogs allowed on Beech Bottom Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Beech Bottom Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Beech Bottom Trail?

No, Beech Bottom Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Beech Bottom Trail?

Beech Bottom Trail is rated difficult. It is 9.1 miles long with 1,991 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Beech Bottom Trail suitable for kids?

Beech Bottom Trail is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

See Tennessee trail conditions

DifficultOut and Back

Tennessee

Beech Bottom Trail

Old Fort, Tennessee

9.1 mi

Distance

1,991 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 31m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Jacks River Falls are the site of the main access trail to the trail. It is an easy trail to follow and has inclines and declines. There are several places where you can look out over thejacks river valley. The day use is only for the month of April and October in the area of the river. There's a campfire and alcohol ban in this area. The restricted area should be shown on the map by calling the Conasauga Ranger District.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:453 ft

Max:558 ft

607 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.