Fairfield Glade Blue Loop Hiking Trail

The trail-head is the Kingsbridge Parking lot on Catoosa Boulevard.

At 6.1 miles the Blue Loop is the longest hike in Fairfield Glade. It comprises of four interconnected trails: the Hemlock Trail, the  Rotherham Trail, the Canyon Trail and the McGinnis Trail, along with a short segment of the Good Samaritan Trail. Trailhead Coordinates: 35.982439, -84.878720

This is a strenuous hike due to it length and due to the significant elevation changes along the way. The lowest point is at the end of Lake Dartmoor on Rotherham Drive. The highest point is at the top of the Rotherham Trail near the water tower. In addition there are two significant climbs on the McGinnis Trail.

Driving Directions 

Take Peavine Road east and then turn north on to Catoosa Boulevard. After 1.0 mile turn left into the Kingsbridge parking lot marked with Nature Trail sign.