Hikes
Laurel Falls
Waterfalls, Day Hikes
A 400-foot stair-stepped spur trail directly behind the Stone Door Ranger Station that leads down to Laurel Falls and the site of an old mill. This 0.3 mile loop trail, part of which follows a very old, historic road, will return to you to the Ranger Station at its end.
Camping
Alum Gap Campground
Features 8 backcountry campsites and one group camp in an idyllic location.
Overnight Hikes
Big Creek 3-Day Overnight Hike
Difficult
his 3-day/2-night hike is especially beautiful during fall colors or spring wildflower season. The climbs down into the Gulf and back out again can be challenging.
Overlooks, Waterfalls, Day Hikes
Big Creek Gulf and Ranger Falls Trails
Difficult
A challenging but rewarding full-day, 7-mile out and back hike that involves 3 trails. You'll begin on the Stone Door Trail, then take the Big Creek and Ranger Falls Trails to explore the depths of Big Creek Gulf.
Camping
Hobbs Cabin Campground
Joe Hobbs was an early resident of Savage Gulf; his cabin is still here and available for reservation.
Waterfalls, Day Hikes
Laurel Falls
Moderate
A 400-foot stair-stepped spur trail directly behind the Stone Door Ranger Station that leads down to Laurel Falls and the site of an old mill. This 0.3 mile loop trail, part of which follows a very old, historic road, will return to you to the Ranger Station at its end.
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
Climbing, Overlooks, Day Hikes
Stone Door
Easy
An easy 2 mile out-and-back hike featuring a breathtaking overlook of Savage Gulf, one of the most photographed spots on the Cumberland Plateau.
Camping
Stone Door Campground
The back-country Stone Door Campground is secluded, but close to parking and bathrooms.
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Getting There
Take TN Highway 56 north from Tracy City, through Altamont to Beeersheba Springs (about 20 miles). Look for the large brown park sign, then turn right on Stone Door Road. Follow Stone Door Road about 1.5 miles, out to its end at the Stone Door Ranger Station parking area.