Muddy Boots - Halls Bend - Boy Scouts Trail

Sunday - January 8, 2024 (Rain date January 15)

Hike Description:  The January hike for the Muddy Boots Hiking Club will be the local Halls Bend Trail (aka, Boy Scout Trail). This trail is only about a mile north of the north entrance to Tellico Village on Route 444. The first section of the hike will be an easy 2 mile hike along the shore of the lake, perfect for persons new to hiking. After the easy section the trail continues with some elevation and views of Tellico Lake, Wind River, a couple of partially submerged farm silos and the Smokys. If walking the whole trail the hike will be a moderate loop hike of 5 miles. There is an option to leave the hike to make it a 3 mile loop. The final mile of the hike can be muddy.

Length of Hike:  5 miles  Elevation Change:  242 ft

Rating:  Easy

Meeting Location:  We will meet at 8:45 AM at 100 Chota Road across from the Marathon gas station.  There, we will give a quick rundown of the hike, restroom locations and provide driving directions.  Car pools will be worked out there.  There is a parking area on the right hand side of TN-444. Park there.  Wheels rolling at 9 AM sharp.

Location/Distance/Drive Time:  Tellico Parkway north of Tellico Village / 6.4 miles/ 10 minutes.

Directions:  Turn left (North) onto TN-444 /Tellico Pkwy toward Hwy 321/go 6.4 miles north of Chota Rd traffic light intersection. There is a parking area on the right hand side of TN-444. Park there.

Be Prepared:  Hiking boots, water, snacks, bug spray and hiking poles are recommended.  Hiking involves some exertion and often walking on uneven surfaces with rocks and roots.  While we do our best to describe any trail challenges and conditions, you are hiking at your own risk.  No pets are allowed on the hike.  

In the event of a situation requiring medical intervention during a hike, we suggest that each participant wear their Name Tag and bring a Photo ID (generally driver's license) and Medical Information cards (Health Insurance Card or Medicare + supplemental Health Insurance Cards).

Lunch:  On your own.  Open for suggestions

Muddy Boots Coordinators:  Jeri and Cam Weens 313-657-4235 [email protected];  Mark and Debbie Steadham 815-483-9358 [email protected]

No registration - Open to all Villagers & Guests - Just show up!