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Savage Gulf East / Savage Ranger Station Trailhead

Savage Gulf East / Savage Ranger Station

Hikes

Dinky Line Campground

Camping

Named for the narrow-gauge logging railroad which ran in this area in the 19th Century.

Hobbs Cabin Campground

Camping

Joe Hobbs was an early resident of Savage Gulf; his cabin is still here and available for reservation.

Savage Creek 4-Day Overnight Hike

Overnight Hikes

This 4-day hike takes you into the “wildest” part of Savage Gulf State Park — some of the most beautiful wilderness in the region.

Savage Day Loop

Day Hikes

An easy 4.2 mile round-trip hike featuring Savage Falls and the impressive rock cascades immediately above the falls.

Savage Falls Campground

Camping

This secluded back-country campground is adjacent to picturesque Savage Falls.

Savage Station Campground

Camping

A great spot for back-country camping in Savage Gulf, within walking distance of the Savage Gulf East Trailhead parking area.

Sawmill Campground

Camping

Centrally located in the bottom of Savage Gulf, the Sawmill Campground can be accessed from three different trailheads.

Stagecoach Road Campground

Camping

Located at the junction of the Savage Creek and Collins River gorges, the Stagecoach Road area is gorgeous

Camping

Dinky Line Campground

Named for the narrow-gauge logging railroad which ran in this area in the 19th Century.

Camping

Hobbs Cabin Campground

Joe Hobbs was an early resident of Savage Gulf; his cabin is still here and available for reservation.

Overnight Hikes

Savage Creek 4-Day Overnight Hike

Difficult

This 4-day hike takes you into the “wildest” part of Savage Gulf State Park — some of the most beautiful wilderness in the region.

Day Hikes

Savage Day Loop

Easy

An easy 4.2 mile round-trip hike featuring Savage Falls and the impressive rock cascades immediately above the falls.

Camping

Savage Falls Campground

This secluded back-country campground is adjacent to picturesque Savage Falls.

Camping

Savage Station Campground

A great spot for back-country camping in Savage Gulf, within walking distance of the Savage Gulf East Trailhead parking area.

Camping

Sawmill Campground

Centrally located in the bottom of Savage Gulf, the Sawmill Campground can be accessed from three different trailheads.

Camping

Stagecoach Road Campground

Located at the junction of the Savage Creek and Collins River gorges, the Stagecoach Road area is gorgeous

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Important Info

Camping

Camping is by registration only. See further regulations and a checklist to have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Day Hikes

Be prepared for your hike! Know when the sun will set, and make sure you bring along these essentials...

Overlooks

Many overlooks do not have protective barriers. Keep a close eye on children and be careful!

Overnight Hikes

Camping is by registration only. See further regulations and a checklist to have a safe and enjoyable experience.

Waterfalls

Be careful climbing near waterfalls as rocks can be slippery! NEVER jump off falls or elevated rocks into plunge pools. Exposed rocks appearing wet and “black” are extremely slick with algae. Avoid them!  Flows vary by season, with spring and fall typically having the heaviest.

Savage Gulf East / Savage Ranger Station

Maps & Trail Guides

Savage Gulf East SimpleMap
Savage Gulf East SimpleMap
Savage Gulf East Trail Guide
Savage Gulf East Trail Guide
Savage Gulf Interactive Map (Avenza)
Savage Gulf Interactive Map (Avenza)

Visit our Nearby Business Members

Hwy 56 Coffee
Hwy 56 Coffee
More to do in Palmer
More to do in Palmer

Getting There

Take TN Highway 56 north from Tracy City, about 10 miles to TN Hwy 108, then right about 7.2 miles on 108 to TN Hwy 399. Left on Hwy 399 about five miles; look for the large brown park sign. The park entrance will be on your left.

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