Scenic Overlooks, Gorges, Gulfs and Coves
Both South Cumberland and Savage Gulf State Parks have dozens of scenic overlooks with commanding views of its gorgeous gorges (also locally known as "gulfs" or "coves"), in every area of the park. Some of the larger and more popular overlooks of these gorges are listed below; next to each is the trailhead you can use to reach that overlook:
Savage Gulf State Park
• Stone Door Savage Gulf North
• Big Creek Gulf Savage Gulf North
• Savage Creek Gulf (south side) Savage Gulf East
• Savage Creek Gulf (north side) Savage Gulf East
• Collins Gulf Savage Gulf South
South Cumberland State Park
• Crow Creek Lost Cove East
• Tom Pack Hollow Lost Cove East
• Fiery Gizzard (Raven Point) Fiery Gizzard North or South
• Small Wild (southern Fiery Gizzard) Fiery Gizzard South
• Denny Cove Denny Cove
Both South Cumberland and Savage Gulf State Parks are ecological sanctuaries, and all features including plants and animals (living and dead), rocks, minerals, artifacts and fossils are protected by Tennessee State Law. Leave them as you find them. Violators are subject to prosecution.
IMPORTANT :
The hike to many of these overlooks is substantial, and the trails are rocky and rugged. Consult a trail map to be aware of trail distances before you start out. Be sure you are wearing sturdy hiking shoes or boots -- no open-toed shoes! Have plenty of water and a high-energy snack, a map and, if you wish, a sturdy hiking pole before heading out.
These overlooks are at the top of tall bluffs, many of which do not have safety barriers. Please be extremely careful if you visit these overlooks, and be especially mindful to keep children away from the bluff edges. Overlooks can be slippery. Watch your step!
Check out the video below, which features the Sherwood Forest State Natural Area, one of the newest areas of South Cumberland State Park. You can visit this area either from the Lost Cove East (TN Hwy 156) or Lost Cove West (TN Hwy 56) trailheads.
Savage Gulf State Park
• Stone Door Savage Gulf North
• Big Creek Gulf Savage Gulf North
• Savage Creek Gulf (south side) Savage Gulf East
• Savage Creek Gulf (north side) Savage Gulf East
• Collins Gulf Savage Gulf South
South Cumberland State Park
• Crow Creek Lost Cove East
• Tom Pack Hollow Lost Cove East
• Fiery Gizzard (Raven Point) Fiery Gizzard North or South
• Small Wild (southern Fiery Gizzard) Fiery Gizzard South
• Denny Cove Denny Cove
Both South Cumberland and Savage Gulf State Parks are ecological sanctuaries, and all features including plants and animals (living and dead), rocks, minerals, artifacts and fossils are protected by Tennessee State Law. Leave them as you find them. Violators are subject to prosecution.
IMPORTANT :
The hike to many of these overlooks is substantial, and the trails are rocky and rugged. Consult a trail map to be aware of trail distances before you start out. Be sure you are wearing sturdy hiking shoes or boots -- no open-toed shoes! Have plenty of water and a high-energy snack, a map and, if you wish, a sturdy hiking pole before heading out.
These overlooks are at the top of tall bluffs, many of which do not have safety barriers. Please be extremely careful if you visit these overlooks, and be especially mindful to keep children away from the bluff edges. Overlooks can be slippery. Watch your step!
Check out the video below, which features the Sherwood Forest State Natural Area, one of the newest areas of South Cumberland State Park. You can visit this area either from the Lost Cove East (TN Hwy 156) or Lost Cove West (TN Hwy 56) trailheads.
