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Black Mountain Trail/Overlook
4.8 ★★★★★ 161 Google reviews · Running trail in Crossville, Tennessee · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Black Mountain Trail/Overlook's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic park and recreation area, with a loop trail, a cave, and an old homestead.
What runners say about Black Mountain Trail/Overlook
“The Black Mountain Overlook Trail near Crossville, Tennessee is quick to walk but rewards you with a beautiful, sweeping view of the Cumberland Plateau.”
“The trail itself is peaceful and not too strenuous, making it accessible for most hikers.”
“Short and easy hike with a big payoff at the top.”
**This location is for the overlook, if you want to hike the 3.5 miles up to see the overlook there is another trailhead at the bottom of the mountain. Beautiful hike - nice, steady incline! A lot to see throughout! Great place to go hiking with your dog! It took us about 3 hrs total (15 min break)
Nice place to go on a short hike. The view is beautiful from the overlook. There are trails that split from the main trail so we got turned around on our way out. It was a little nerve racking but we figured it out.
Nice spot . dog friendly.. peaceful and quiet! Great overlook..next time I will continue a trail that goes to ozone falls when I don't have my dog with me..
Great place to park and to day hike. There is a loop trail that is about 2 miles long that circles around and it easy and has excellent views of the valley. There are also a lot of rock exploring to do.
Trail conditions & character
“The Black Mountain Overlook Trail near Crossville, Tennessee is quick to walk but rewards you with a beautiful, sweeping view of the Cumberland Plateau.”
“Once you reach the overlook, the scenery opens up into rolling hills that stretch for miles—definitely worth the stop.”
“5 miles up to see the overlook there is another trailhead at the bottom of the mountain.”
“The trail itself is peaceful and not too strenuous, making it accessible for most hikers.”
“There is a loop trail that is about 2 miles long that circles around and it easy and has excellent views of the valley.”
“The trail itself is peaceful and not too strenuous, making it accessible for most hikers.”
Plan your run at Black Mountain Trail/Overlook
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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