Thursday 1/18/2007 Hike-Ted’s Creek in Greenbriar

Bryan January 18th, 2007

John Burgess and Frank Carter stand beside an old bear holding pen near a homestead near Ted’s Creek. The pen was used to hold and fatten bears until they were ready for slaughter. The bear provided meat and fat for the lucky mountain folk.

John and Frank hike weekly with the Retired Citizens of the Smokies. Should you ever get the opportunity to hike with them, I highly recommend it. These guys do an excellent job of researching the area. This particular hike was reached via an unmaintained trail.

Rhododendron Creek to Grapeyard Ridge Trail to Ted’s Creek in Greenbriar.

Distance: 6 miles, one way, different pickup
Elevation change: about 300 feet, steep climbs at times
Time: 6 hours total
Trail type: Unmaintained, several creek crossings
Temperature: 38 degrees
Significant features: one significant overlook opportunity of Greenbriar Pinnacle, numerous creek crossings, and 3 significant cascades on Rhododendron Creek worth the viewing.