One Horse Gap Video Guide

In this video, we visit the One Horse Gap area of the Shawnee National Forest. We explore One Horse Gap, Rocky Top overlook, and the Story Cemetery, where a Cherokee woman is buried.

What You’ll See at One Horse Gap

There is a lot to see when visiting the One Horse Gap area of the Shawnee National Forest.

• One Horse Gap is filled with amazing bluffs, exposed bluff tops, crevices you can walk through, and even waterfalls when the area is wet.
• Rocky Top is a beautiful scenic overlook that is easy to hike to. There is a picnic table there as well as a horse highline.
• Story Cemetery is an old, abandoned cemetery in the middle of the forest. It features a Cherokee woman and a Civil War soldier.

Quick Facts About this Hike

Trail Name: One Horse Gap

Distance: 5.6 miles, lollipop loop

Time: 4 hours

Difficulty: Moderately Rugged

Parking: Google Maps Link

Pro Tip for Hiking One Horse Gap

Be cautious when hiking this area in the summer. Venomous timber rattlesnake and copperhead occur here. This area is often used by horseback riders. If you see them, share the trail, yield to them, and talk to them. This shows the horse that you’re not a threat and prevents them from freaking out and putting the rider and you in danger.

Related Guides for this Area

• One Horse Gap Guide by Hiking with Shawn
• One Horse Gap Information

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