(December 31, 2013) Tennessee- What better way to begin your New Year’s Resolution of getting in shape than a 1st Hike?
Multiple Tennessee State Parks are participating in the America’s State Parks First Day Hikes program for the new year.
For other First Hike events than we have listed below, visit the Tennessee State Parks First Hikes website.
At Chickasaw, meet the rangers at Shelter 1 at 2:30 on January 1 for a, “two mile hike along the Lakeshore Trail and some adjacent areas. We will talk about the ecology and history of Chickasaw State Park.”
They ask that you please dress for the weather. For more information call the park office at 731-989-5141.
In Pinson Mounds, the hike begins at 8AM on January 1. They ask that you wear comfortable shoes, layers for the weather, and bring water and snacks.
“We will bring in the new year with a First Day Hike that will give our participants a chance to see a part of the Pinson Mounds State Park that is beautiful yet less frequently visited. Join park staff for a hike of the Hudson Branch Trail, as we will be looking for songbirds, waterfowl and raptors!”
For more information and reservations, contact the park office at 731-988-5614 or [email protected]
Ranger Rebecca Davenport will meet you at the Paris Landing State Park Hotel lobby for their 1st Hike. They will have two hikes. “We will take the picnic loop along the widest point of Kentucky lake. There will be two hikes; the first is at 12pm & the second at 2pm. We will learn all about the history of the lake, the creation of Paris Landing State Park, and watch for the various waterfowl that migrate to this area every winter.”
“Warm clothes, sturdy shoes, and water are a must, the hike is considered easy and the trail is paved. After the hike, the park will provide a campfire with s’mores! Dress in layers since it can be very cold when hiking by the lakefront! ”
To make a reservation, call the park office at 1-731-641-4465 or the hotel at 1-731-641-4440.
Reelfoot Lake State Park will be hosting their First Hike Event on the 1st 2014 at 10am.
“So shake off the Holidays and come get revived in the outdoors with our hike into the Wetland Area at Walnut Log you will see a bottom land area and boardwalks along this trail. We will also provide transportation on our bus to the refuge where we will go out on Walnut Log Pier to see if we can view eagles, ducks, geese and other waterfowl. Bring your Binoculars and warm gear”
