Barkley Challenge Loop

Submitted by erinton on Wed, 04/02/2025 - 12:09pm
Description

This is a great option for those visiting Frozen Head State Park who want a longer FKT option than just the Fire Tower. This is a classic, historic loop that used to resemble the Barkley Marathons course in its early days. Unlike the Barkley, however, this route is entirely on trails within the park. There is a Strava segment for the loop, so to claim the FKT, you must best the previous men's/ women's time. Begin at the park visitor center, then take the Storybook Trail instead of the road, and run the loop in a clockwise direction.