HIKING CROWDER'S MOUNTAIN

Today was a sunny 50' day. Perfect for a winter day hike. The Visitor Center parking lot was mostly full. It seems everyone thinks alike. The hike started off with .8 miles down Crowder's Trail crossing Sparrow Spring Road and connecting to Rocktop Trail. The Rocktop Trail is a strenuous 1.5 mile one-way trail to the 1625 ft. summit of Crowder's Mountain. Once at the summit, I took in the nearly 360' view stretching over 25 miles. After catching my breath and devouring my lunch, I headed down the 336 steps on the Backside Trail .4 miles to connect back onto the Crowder's Trail. The Crowder's Trail is a moderately strenuous 2.5 mile trail winding through the Hardwoods back to the Visitor Center.

Hike: 5.2 Miles