This trail located in Polk County Tennessee, is an easy drive from Cleveland, Tennessee in Bradley County.

Turtletown Creek Trail

Pets must be restrained or on a leash at all times while in developed recreation areas.

Cherokee National Forest

Length: 3.8  miles
Rating: Easy/Moderate

This loop trail follows Turtletown Creek and loops back to Shinbone Ridge. It has scenic views of the Hiawassee River in addition to overlooks of two major waterfalls. This trail also has a spur trail that leads to FSR #1166 for an extended hike back to the parking lot. Trailhead is on the left.

Directions From Farner Tennessee:

Travel south on Highway 68. Proceed 0.2 mile and turn right. Cross the railroad tracks and bear to the left on all paved roads for about 0.9 miles to the junction of FSR #1166 (there is a sign here for the Turtletown Scenic Area). Turn right and follow FSR #1166 for 0.9 mile to the junction of 1651 and turn left. Travel approximately 0.5 mile to the parking lot.