Scenic Overlooks, Gorges, Gulfs and Coves
South Cumberland State Park has 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:
• 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
• 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
IMPORTANT NOTES:
The hike to most 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!
• 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
• 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
IMPORTANT NOTES:
The hike to most 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!
