Sheltowee Trace: Long Distance Hiking Guide

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Kentucky, Tennessee

333Miles
20–32 daysTypical thru-hike
Some experienceExperience
Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, NovBest Season
RemoteCrowds

The Sheltowee Trace National Recreation Trail runs through the Daniel Boone National Forest and Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Kentucky. Sheltowee was the name given to Daniel Boone by the Shawnee, meaning “Big Turtle.” The trail is one of the most overlooked in the eastern US.

Trail Characteristics

  • Distance: 333 miles
  • Route type: Linear
  • Terrain: Forest
  • Navigation: Standard trail
  • Resupply: Sparse

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