Pickett State Park: Hidden Passage Loop

Well today I got in my first long hike in a long time. I had planned to hike the Hidden Passage Loop trail which according to my guide book is just over 8 miles long. It was a great hike past arches,

along cliffs, near waterfalls,

and with some nice views. I made two side trips: to Double Falls

and an old railroad tunnel.

It felt so good to be out on the trail again. After my Hidden Passage hike, I got in the car and drove to Cordell Hull State Historic Park near the Tennessee/Kentucky border.

There is a great, short hike to the interesting Bunkum Cave entrance there.

There are also some great artifacts associated with Cordell Hull (Secretary of State under F.D.R.) on display in the museum. A nice out-of-the-way place to visit.