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At 1.3 miles (Waypoint 4), bear right at the Y intersection and descend, following yellow blazes. At 1.6 miles, the path crosses wide rock outcrops free of any railings, and you can enjoy stunning views of cliffs opposite the gaping canyon. Here, its vastness is on full display.

Falls #1 at Cloudland Canyon State Park

West Rim Loop Trail

The path then drops to a stream. At 1.8 miles (Waypoint 5) turn right, cross the wood footbridge and then proceed east back toward the canyon. The path crosses a series of bluff outcrops that are more developed, with railings of stone and wood. But these high stations are still inspiring, offering long views down the great gorge.

At 2 miles bear right at the intersection to walk to an overlook. From this perch, you can look north down the length of the canyon to where it spills into Lookout Valley. From the overlook, continue northwest on what becomes an easy walk through typical pine and hardwood forest. One of my favorite rest spots lies at 2.4 miles (Waypoint 6). To the right, several yards away from trail there is a rock outcrop surrounded by scrub pine. This spot is less obvious than other overlooks and is free of human-made structures. You can sit on the white stone and have a completely unobstructed view looking north down the canyon.