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Sipsey-tr204


Highlights:

Lovely secluded area, waterfall, THE BIG TREE, views of sipsey canyon
Near:Double Springs, AL
Scenery:
Distance:2.5 miles
Elevation Gain:500 ft
Hike Time:2 hours
Difficulty:Strenuous
Trail Condition:Bush wacking
HikeType:Point to Point


Summary: In all honesty 204 has basically ceased to exist south of the sidetrail to East bees Branch falls. It definitely requires bush whacking and alot of compass work. The features on this trail are amazing, East bees branch falls is well worth the hike and toward the southern end there are some beautiful and secluded areas. HOWEVER, south of the side trail to the falls the trail becomes impassible in places and requires a huge amount of care and patience. The sheer number of blow downs (more than 50 percent of the pines) creates a dagger like maze of snags and brambles.
Trailhead: Southern Trail head is located at the junction of TR-204 and TR-209 there is it marked with a wooden post trail marker. The trail Takes off to the right off of TR209. The Northern Terminus is located off FS-224 Bunyan Hill and is similarly marked in a clearing located on the south side. (Lat:34.33451 Lon:-87.43495)
Trail Guides for Sipsey-tr204:
Best Seasons: Fall, Winter,
User Groups: Hikers, Dogs,
Ranger Contact: (205) 489-5111 US forest rangers office
Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Robert Schueller, who has posted  14 other hikes on this site
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