Travel Reference
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Shortly after the Hurricane Creek bridge, you will arrive at Clark Cemetery.
One of the few gravestones engraved here indicates that the cemetery was estab-
lished at least as early as 1835. Just to the left (west) of the cemetery is a large
open field. This is a primitive camping area. A good idea would be to pack in your
gear to spend a night. That would give you more time to explore what's to follow,
but read on for precautions. Also remember that the area of the campsite is also
the end of the equestrian trail.
Continuing down the trail, you will start to notice rock walls rising above you,
then after crossing Turkey Creek a second time, you will be at the base of the
Walls of Jericho. Here waterfalls cascade down the rocks. A little rock scrambling
will take you to the “bowl” of the canyon, and after climbing a vertical rock ledge,
you will arrive at the end of the trip—a large cascade into a deep pool. The pool
actually flows into the rocks. One of the waterfalls you pass after crossing the
creek is the water from this pool.
While the Walls of Jericho is a spectacular hike, be sure to take precautions to
be safe. First, this is a canyon and as such is prone to flash flooding during and
after heavy rains. The rock climb to the upper pool is very steep and slippery cre-
ating potentially dangerous footing. And remember what goes down must come
up. It is a very strenuous walk out of the canyon. Allow yourself plenty of time to
get back to the trailhead. Be sure to pack plenty of water, snacks, and a lunch, and
enjoy one of the true wonders of Alabama.
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