Trail Description:
This trail ends at the junction of Big Frog Trail and Big Creek Trail. Hikers will enjoy several mountain views and possibly glimpses of wildlife. The final 1.7 miles of the trail are in the Big Frog Wilderness.
Hiking the
Yellow Stand Lead Trail No. 73:
Several dispersed campsites are available on the way to the trailhead. Good fishing is available along several creeks. Please observe wilderness rules when visiting this area. Trail Information: Trail Number 73. Site Amenities: Parking area. A bulletinboard offers 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 Yellow Stand Lead Trail No. 73
Location of the Yellow Stand Lead Trail No. 73: 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 right on Highway 64 and travel 4.8 miles to County Road 2330 (Cookson Creek Road). Turn left and travel 3.5 miles to Forest Service Road 55. On 55 travel 9.6 miles to Forest Service Road 221. Turn left onto 221. Travel about 5 miles to the trailhead on the right.
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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