‘First Day Hikes’ kick off new year at state parks

PINSON, Tenn. — Tennessee State Parks held ‘First Day Hikes’ on New Year’s Day, with most of the 59 state parks hosting the events as part of the parks’ year-long signature hikes series.

The free guided hikes, led by park rangers, were available for all ages and abilities.

The First Day Hikes vary from easy walks to strenuous excursions, and were a great way to meet new year’s resolutions to be more active.

Tennessee State Parks have more than 1,000 miles of trails.

Details about the First Day Hikes, listed by park, can be found at the Tennessee State Parks website.

The State Parks’ signature hikes are held each year and include first day hikes, spring hikes, National Trails Day hikes in June, and after-Thanksgiving hikes.

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