Fiery Gizzard Trail landscape

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Fiery Gizzard Trail

~2 days · 11.7 mi · easy · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance11.7 mi
Days out2
Elevation gain2,093 ft
Gain / mile179 ft
High point1,847 ft

What the Fiery Gizzard Trail is known for

Point-to-point trail in Tennessee's South Cumberland State Park between Foster Falls and Grundy Forest, passing rocky gorges, cascades, and plateau-rim overlooks. About 12.5 miles with notoriously rocky footing; usually hiked in 2 days with a night at a designated campsite.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Fiery Gizzard Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 4,370 ft to 6,050 ft over 11.7 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 5.9 mi · 51%
  • Downhill 3.4 mi · 30%
  • Flat 2.3 mi · 20%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Fiery Gizzard Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Fiery Gizzard Trail in about 2 days (1 nights out) over its 11.7 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Fiery Gizzard Trail?

The Fiery Gizzard Trail climbs roughly 2,093 ft total — about 179 ft per mile, topping out near 1,847 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.

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