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I am just a guy who loves living life to the fullest. Whether it is out hiking the trails of East Tennessee, adventures in the backcountry, or visiting and learning about historical sites, I enjoy it all.

I document my journeys though various forms of social media with pictures, videos, and blogs as a way for me to look back. If you enjoy this kind of thing, I invite you to pour a beer and join me on my adventures.

As Always, Stay Safe and Hike On!
L. Alex Hauck

CURRENT FEATURED ADVENTURES

Frozen Head State Park / Wartburg, TN

Introducing Ms. Maggie May

Blog: July 7, 2024

It is my pleasure to introduce you to Ms. Maggie May who is our newest fur baby. After we lost our sweet boy Frank it did not take long to realize that he provided the energy to our fur family. After some conversation we decided we needed another type of pointer dog to bring the energy back, along with providing me with another hiking companion.  

My Route: 

(1) Flat Rock Road 1.40 m 

(2) Panther Branch 1.40 m 

(3) Emory Gap 1.00 m* 

(4) Panther Branch 1.45 m 

(5) North Old Mac 2.40 m 

(6) Old Mac Trailhead 0.15 m

* This millage counts the walk up to the falls and back down.  

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Introducing Ms. Maggie May Pictures

Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Forney Ridge / Forney Creek Loop

After Action Report - July 1-2, 2024

I got off work at 16:00 and went directly to the trailhead. It was a nice little hike in, and I was a little concerned because I felt like crud most of the day plus my back was hurting again. Once I was in the park most everything just washed away and during most of the short hike, I felt good. My back was still somewhat of a problem, and I hoped it would not hinder me too much on the rest of the trip. 

My Route:

(1) Forney Ridge Trail                  4.5 m 
(2) Springhouse Branch Trail    5.4 m 
(3) Forney Creek Trail                 7.4 m 
(4) Forney Ridge Trail                  1.1 m 

Going downhill on the ridge was very pleasant with the wind and the higher altitude it was nice and cool that allowed me to keep up a good pace. I am really surprised that I did not run into a bear as there was massive amounts of scat everywhere. After hitting the trail junction with Springhouse Branch, I could start feeling the heat. Without the breeze over the ridge, the lower elevation, and just the general time of day I started to work up a good sweat.  

Heading down Forney Ridge Trail I had to stop and have breakfast at Andrew’s Bald. A wonderful place for a cup of Joe with a blueberry scone... 

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Video - Forney Ridge / Forney Creek Loop

Forney Ridge / Forney Creek Loop Pictures

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Featured Videos

Hiking Burnt Mill Loop w/ Maggie May

Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
October 5, 2024

Took Maggie up to Big South Fork to stretch our legs a bit and to get some fresh forest air. Come with us on this nice little hike with plenty of scenery to behold. 

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Day Hiking Red River Gorge

Red River Gorge National Geological Area
May 2 - 5, 2024

I took a trip with my friend Greg up to the Red River Gorge Wilderness located in Daniel Boone National Forest Kentucky and it did not disappoint.

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All Trails Recordings: 
Indian Staircase | Henson's ArchDouble Arch Auxier Ridge 

Abram Falls & Rabbit Creek Loop

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
March 28-30, 2023

I got off work at 16:00 and went directly to the trailhead. It was a nice little hike in, and I was a little concerned because I felt like crud most of the day plus my back was hurting again. Once I was in the park most everything just washed away and during most of the short hike...

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Laurel Falls via Little Greenbrier

Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Sunday, February 17, 2024

Like Laurel Falls, but do not like crowds? Well then this just might be the hike for you if you do not mind putting in some mileage. There are a few ways you can do this hike but on this one I started at the Little Greenbrier Trail in Wares Valley and hiked 4.3 miles to where...

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Featured Blog Posts

Great Smoky Mountains National Park: July 1 - 2, 2024

This has been by far my most challenging hike to date. There were several factors that caused it to be more challenging than it should have been that I will get into later. The hike is around 18.5 to 20 miles, and the altitude high point is around 6,311 ft (about 1,1923.59 m) and the low point around 2,165 ft (about 659.89 m). I chose to hike this loop clockwise going down Forney Ridge Trail and... Continue Reading 

Old Mac Loop

Sunday March 24, 2024: 
This is one of my favorite short hikes when I want to get out but do not have all day to spend in the woods. Just under seven miles... Continue Reading

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