Sipsey Loop Trail Extended

This route takes in the best areas of Sipsey Bees Branch, Sipsey Canyon This is a trail that requires a map and a good compass. Also keep in mind that there are many blow downs on even the most moderately windy day which poses a hazard when camping. The trails are unmarked staying with the forest services principle of making sipsey a true backwoods experience. There are several major landmarks including Ship Rock, Eye of the Needle, East Bees Branch Falls,the underground passage on TR200 and Fall Creek Falls. The overall trail includes several major stream crossings including Hubbard Creek, Thompson Creek, and the Sipsey River itself. The views of the Canyon are excellent. This route covers all the major landmarks within the Sipsey Wilderness area and provides several opportunities for off trail exploration. The trail on FS208 and FS224 also includes horse traffic and can be a struggle after rains due to the mud. The one back and forth on the trail is a short jaunt on TR204 that leads to East Bees Branch Falls.