Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Start from the southeast end of the Lake Chinnabee Recreation
Area at the information kiosk. The trail is a narrow dirt and rock
footpath through here as it follows Chinnabee Creek.
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Pass a sign pointing to the right that marks the turn for the
Lakeshore Loop Trail. Continue straight and in 10 feet pass a
stone marker recognizing Boy Scout Troop 29 for building the
trail.
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Pass a sign on the right showing the turn for the Skyway Loop
Trail. Continue straight (southeast) and in 50 feet pass a sign
giving mileages to Devil's Den (0.5 mile), Cheaha Falls Shelter
(3.0 miles), Turnipseed (4.0 miles), and the Pinhoti Trail (6.0
miles). Continue straight to the southeast.
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Begin climbing higher and higher on a series of wood and stone
steps.
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At the top of the climb, arrive at a 75- to 100-foot wooden walk-
way clinging onto the rock wall.
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Devil's Den gorge is to your right down below. Spectacular
views. The trail returns to a dirt and rock bed and levels out
here.
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After climbing a moderate hillside, arrive at the Cheaha Falls
Shelter. Nice views of the mountains here, especially early
morning. Continue straight to the southeast.
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Arrive at Cheaha Falls. Feel free to explore, but be careful on
the rocky bluffs and crossing the stream. When ready, turn
around and retrace your steps to the trailhead.
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Arrive back at the trailhead.
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