Trail Description:
Edward's Point is a "don't miss" set of trails. The setting is an old mining area with lots to choose from. The ride features singletrack and jeep roads. Some sections are quite technical and others are fairly tame yet still fun.
The scenery is beautiful with waterfalls, viewpoints, and Mushroom Rock.
How to get there:
Signal Mountain is NW of Chattanooga, TN. Follow I27 North to the Signal Mountain exit. Stay on this road to the top of the mountain (about 10 minutes from the exit) and make the 1st left; it's a hard left about 100 yards BEFORE the stop light. Travel about 1/4 mile to Timberlinks; make a left. Then, about 3 miles up the road you'll climb a long, steep hill; the trailhead is on the left.
Additional Notes:
Don't miss the view from Edwards Point.
| Posted by: Farnsley from the Nooga on 11/21/2008 |
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This is a fun fast paced thrill ride for those who like to shread, not to mention the best view of the Tennessee in Chattanooga
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| Posted by: fastline on 9/6/2007 |
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there should be a edwards point hare scramble
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| Posted by: Britt on 4/13/2007 |
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I agree that there is a difficult dichotemy that exists among the various trail users in may areas, but the fact is that all of the trails near Edwards Point are off limits to any motorized vehicle. The River Gorge Trust controls the area. Most of Prentice Cooper is open to ATV's, and this may create some confusion when some ATV's access the Edwards Point trails from Prentice Cooper. Most of the ATV's that ride here have to get around the sign that says they're prohibited to get on the trails.
Remember that simply carrying out the same trash you brought in hardly earns you sainthood.
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| Posted by: donny on 4/6/2007 |
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Tennessee is by far one of the most underrated states in the lower 48. after arriving in beautiful Chattanooga, we accessed the trail and meandered through the rugged smokies, braving rocky inclines and spring-fed Appalachian streams as the trail wound across the mountainside. a few miles in, we found our way to signal mountain, an outcropping of rocks hanging over the edge of the valley. the view is truly a sight to behold, and a sightseer can't help but feel as if he is standing on top of the world; as if he were thor atop mount olypus. you heard me, i'm talkin god of thunder tight. one can play the safe route and follow a jeep trail back to civilization, or one could grow a pair and muster up the tenacity, courage, strength, and just overall complete toughness to venture down the narrow hiking trails that wind across the mountain (kind of sort of to the left of signal mountain). while riding the trails, one bears witness to a truly rugged landscape, complete with massive lim
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| Posted by: Walter on 2/16/2007 |
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Wicked tight ride. More trail to ride than you think. It's a pretty fast wide track with a few cool jumps headed out to Edward's point, which is one of the most unbelievable views I've been witness to. This is a cool spot to hang out for awhile, but the adventure is only beginning. If you follow a narrow trail to the right of Edward's point, you can cruise along the cliffedge for awhile, before entering an unforgettable journey to mushroom rock. Yes, it is a giant rock shaped like a mushroom. Awesome views, and a few waterfalls along a very narrow technical trail, probably more hiker-friendly(you have to carry your bike a few times). I would recommend getting lost in the smokies to anyone, bring plenty of water and a camera with more than 2 pictures left on it...im such an TARD.
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| Posted by: punkin@the point on 10/19/2006 |
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Hello all,
I have been riding this trail since the mid 80's. I'm not pointing any fingers at anyone like some of you have. I have ridden a ATV in this area on more than one occasion and pick up bags of trash. I have also hauled two hurt mtn bikers out of the woods and met the local fire department for transport to a hospital. Not all of us are a**holes. And some of us not only ride ATVs but also ride mtn bikes too.
I wish you were brave enough to tell some of the locals around this area to their faces, that they are nasty. Trust me you will not like the outcome of that. If you don't like the trails, go somewhere else and ride.
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| Posted by: Joe on 8/19/2006 |
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Your remarks concerning ATV riders are unwarranted and unfair. Blanket judgements are seldom accurate. I leave nothing behind when I ride or camp. I am able to carry my trash off the trail due to the fact I am riding an ATV. Remember, we all enjoy the trails and that makes us a minority. Our common interests are under attack by well funded, but misguided, activists. How does it go...."Divide and Conquer"? Think about it.
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| Posted by: mike on 5/25/2006 |
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but still, you can't say that mtbers cause nearly as many problems as atvers. and mtbers usually dont have a 6 pack on them that they empty it out and toss on the trail. besides, isn't there a bar that says "no motorized vehicles beyond this point" ?
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| Posted by: Matt on 9/25/2005 |
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As a hiker, biker and ATVer... I know it takes everyone to screw up trails Jeffrey. I've seen my share of what MTBers have done to hike/bike trails. They make a huge mess that hikers have to deal with. It's all just a ladder and each discipline is part of that ladder. Off Roaders are of course top of the ladder, horses are next, mtbers then hikers. Each discipline complains about the other ones and it will never end. Simple fact is, there are plenty of trails for everyone and no need to bash others for their interests. It's public land and everyone has the right to use it.
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| Posted by: Jeffrey on 12/17/2004 |
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Three years ago this was a nice trail to ride. This is trial's condition continues to degrade due to erosion issues as a result of poor trail design and an extreme amount of ATV use. The trail has about 15 large mud puddles, all standing muddy water. The ATVs widen this former singletrack into 5 foot wide dirt roads. The ATVs have caused erosion on all of the climbs to the extent that some of them are starting to form "V" cuts in them. The small creek crossings are now a muddy mess with mud everywhere. The ATV users also have a lack of respect for this property and littered it up real bad. If you do ride this trail look at the base of cliff at the Point where you will see what looks like a small dump. This used to be one of my regular rides, but I no longer enjoy riding Edwards Point due the all of the reasons described above. ATV should be banned from this area as they have destroyed and are continuing to destroy the area.
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