Trail Description:
Rough Creek trail connects the Big Frog trail, Licklog trail, and the East Fork Ridge trail. This trail is entirely in the Big Frog Wilderness. Groups in this area are restricted to a maximum of 12 people.
Hiking the
Rough Creek/ Benton MacKaye Trail No. 70:
Several dispersed camping sites are available along the trail, which crosses the east and west forks of Rough Creek. Please observe wilderness rules when visiting this area. Trail Information: Trail #70. From the Big Frog trail, hike 1.1 miles to the Rough Creek Trail. Site Amenities: Parking at the Big Frog Trailhead is limited to five vehicles. A bulletin board provides trail information. Safety: Consider wearing hunter orange during hunting season. Requirements: No motor or mechanical devices in wilderness. Hiking only.
Specific Hiking and Trail Information for the Rough Creek/ Benton MacKaye Trail No. 70
Location of the Rough Creek/ Benton MacKaye Trail No. 70: Big Frog Mountain Vicinity
Best Seasons: Spring to Fall
Length of Trail: 2 - 5 miles
Estimated Difficulty (Forest Service Estimate): Intermediate
Additional Challenges: Steepness: Much of the grail has grades of 20% or steeper. Length: Trails are usually more than 8 miles, but short, steep trails may be included. Surface: Trail is most likely rocky, with uneven footing. May include many stream crossings.
Travel Information
Trailhead Directions: From the Ocoee Ranger Station turn left onto Highway 64. Travel about 10.9 miles to Ocoee Power House Number 3. Cross the bridge, follow Forest Service Road 45 about 2.9 miles to the intersection of Forest Service Road 221. Turn right and travel about 0.9 miles to the Big Frog trailhead on the left. This trail begins from Big Frog Trail and ends with its intersection at Licklog Trail.
For more information on this hike
National Forest: Cherokee National Forest
Local Office: Cherokee National Forest
Address:
3171 Highway 64
Benton , TN , 37307
423-338-5201
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