Gentleman's Swimming Hole
Oneida, Tennessee
| Address: | 4564 Leatherwood Rd, Oneida, TN 37841 |
| GPS: |
36°29'17.6"N 84°39'9.4"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Tennessee |
| Trails/Routes: | 1.0 mi |
National Park
Hike and Swim
Gentleman's Swimming Hole is a popular hike and swimming hole in Big South Fork National Forrest. This section of the Clear Fork River Runs slow and is deep enough for an actual swim.
The hike to Gentleman's Swimming Hole is a longer easy trail that is great for families with children. The hike is two miles in total. The first mile will take you out to your relaxing swimming hole and the second mile will bring you home once you have finished splashing around. The trail goes through the forest from Laurel Dale Cemetery to Clear Fork River, branching to the right a quarter mile from the end of the trail. From here the trail goes along a thin stretch of land between the cliffs and the river making for a spectacular view.
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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Oneida, Tennessee
- Head north on S Main St toward E 2nd Ave (0.2 mi)
- Turn left onto E 3rd Ave (2.6 mi)
- Continue onto TN-297 W/
Coopertown Rd (2.6 mi) - Turn left onto TN-297 W (5.2 mi)
Trails
Distance ?
1.0 milesElevation Gain ?
-573 feetReal Ascent ?
34 feetReal Descent ?
607 feetAvg Grade (-6°)
-11%Grade (-31° to 2°)
-60% to 3%Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.
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