Overview
Dennis Cove near Hampton, TN offers access to many trails in the area including the Appalachian Trail. There are 3 trails that lead to waterfalls: Laurel Falls, Laurel Fork Falls, and Coon Den Falls. There is a large campground for car camping. There are several dispersed campsites along the trails.
Each trail has its own dedicated page here with more information about each one. If you are joining us for a guided hike please use the specific trail's page to prepare.
Routes
Coon Den Falls Trail
A steep climb to a secluded waterfall.
- Distance
- 1.3 miles round trip
- Estimated time
- Approximately 2 hours
- Trail type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- 1.25 out of 5 (Moderate with difficult sections)
- Elevation
- Begins as a gentle grade before turning steeply upward toward the falls. · about 400 ft of climbing
Coon Den Falls via Appalachian Trail
Great hike through an open forest to a secluded fall.
- Distance
- 4.9 miles round trip
- Estimated time
- 5 hours
- Trail type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- 1.25 out of 5 (Low to moderate, with a sustained climb)
- Elevation
- About 1,521 ft of climbing · about 1,540 ft of climbing
Laurel Falls Trails
Beginning at Dennis Cove trailhead many journeys begin here.
- Estimated time
- Varies by distance and trail
TrailheadParking
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Walk it with Eremos
Eremos guided hikes happen year round. Check the events page for the next event at Dennis Cove.
