Are dogs allowed on Tweetsie Trail?

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

Do I need a permit to hike Tweetsie Trail?

No, Tweetsie 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 Tweetsie Trail?

Tweetsie Trail is rated moderate. It is 20.3 miles long with 1,506 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.

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ModerateOut and Back

Tennessee

Tweetsie Trail

Johnson City, Tennessee

20.3 mi

Distance

1,506 ft

Elev. Gain

7h 8m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Tweetsie Trail is a 9.6 miles multi-purpose rail trail in the United States that follows a portion of the Right-Of-Way (ROW) that was created for the East Tennessee & Western North Carolina (ET&WNC) Railroad. Located in northeast Tennessee, the trail runs from Johnson City to Elizabethton, Tennessee. The first mile is in Washington County, and the remainder in Carter County. The entire trail is owned by Johnson City. The Tweetsie name derives from the sound of the whistles used on the steam engines that operated on the narrow gauge railroad. The trail has a fine gravel/ chat surface.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:448 ft

Max:523 ft

459 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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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.