Welcome to the 21st Annual Trails & Trilliums!
April 4-6, 2025 at Beersheba Springs, TN
Trails & Trilliums
Trails & Trilliums is a weekend-long naturalist rally, put on by the Friends of South Cumberland State Parks. Headquartered at the Beersheba Springs Assembly in Beersheba Springs, Tennessee, the festival offers a slate of guided hikes and walks as well as nature-themed presentations, workshops, and exhibits. A native plant sales tent on Saturday is a highlight.
The weekend kicks off with a Hootenanny & Cookout on Friday night and on Saturday evening, the fun continues at Wine & Wildflowers with happy hour, dinner, and a reception at the Big Red Barn.
The weekend kicks off with a Hootenanny & Cookout on Friday night and on Saturday evening, the fun continues at Wine & Wildflowers with happy hour, dinner, and a reception at the Big Red Barn.
Pre-registration for 2025 Trails & Trilliums has now closed.
If you missed pre-registration and still want to attend events, you are welcome to register on-site at our Registration table in the Beersheeba Springs Assembly hotel lobby at any time April 4-6. If you'd just like to come and wander the grounds, visit the native plant sale, and hang out with us, that is free!
If you are coming, plan to dress for the weather. Hikes will go rain or shine unless the weather is dangerous. Hike leaders will make the call, so plan to arrive at Hike Central at your designated time to find out whether or not you are going (you probably will). If you are not comfortable with the weather or have physical reasons not to take any chances, please stay safe and choose a less-strenuous or an inside activity to attend. You are welcome to mix and match what you attend as long as there is space available in your alternate selection. There will ALWAYS be room for you in any activity in the SMITH building, which can hold 300 people!
DOWNLOAD HELPFUL EVENT MAP AND SCHEDULES BELOW:
If you missed pre-registration and still want to attend events, you are welcome to register on-site at our Registration table in the Beersheeba Springs Assembly hotel lobby at any time April 4-6. If you'd just like to come and wander the grounds, visit the native plant sale, and hang out with us, that is free!
If you are coming, plan to dress for the weather. Hikes will go rain or shine unless the weather is dangerous. Hike leaders will make the call, so plan to arrive at Hike Central at your designated time to find out whether or not you are going (you probably will). If you are not comfortable with the weather or have physical reasons not to take any chances, please stay safe and choose a less-strenuous or an inside activity to attend. You are welcome to mix and match what you attend as long as there is space available in your alternate selection. There will ALWAYS be room for you in any activity in the SMITH building, which can hold 300 people!
DOWNLOAD HELPFUL EVENT MAP AND SCHEDULES BELOW:
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HIKES, WORKSHOPS, PRESENTATIONS:
Three days of guided hikes, workshops and talks by 50 top naturalists from across the state. Visit Stone Door, Savage Gulf, Greeter Falls, Collins Gulf. The trails, waterfalls, overlooks and wildflowers are unparalleled. LOCATION:
The historic Beersheba Springs Conference Center in Beersheba Springs TN situated next door to Savage Gulf State Park and Stone Door (18 miles from Monteagle, 80 miles from Nashville, 60 miles from Chattanooga) LODGING: Make it a weekend getaway at the historic Beersheba Springs Conference Center: scenic overlooks, great meeting spaces. rocking chairs, fire pits and nature trails, Choose from 90 reasonably priced rooms (under $100 per room, $50 per person for double occupancy, with less expensive options for small groups or families). When you register, you will be able to make reservations for rooms and meals. Camping is also available at the nearby Savage Gulf State Park. A group campsite is already reserved for TRAILS & TRILLIUMS attendees at Group Camp B at the Stone Door Campground for the Friday and Saturday nights. The campsite will hold up to 45 campers so there is no need to register, and there is no charge. |
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Event Pricing
Visit the Registration page to purchase a pass - Registration closes March 30th.
Events include hikes, walks, presentations, workshops, and Hands-On Nature.
Children 12 and under: Free to all events, Children should always be accompanied by an adult. Parents should take care in selecting activities (esp. hikes) that are appropriate for your child's ability. Parents are responsible for ensuring children's participation is appropriate and not disruptive to other participants.
Children 12 and under: Free to all events, Children should always be accompanied by an adult. Parents should take care in selecting activities (esp. hikes) that are appropriate for your child's ability. Parents are responsible for ensuring children's participation is appropriate and not disruptive to other participants.
- Weekend Pass: April 4-6 | $175 | all Friday, Saturday, and Sunday events
- Does NOT include Friday Hootenanny social hour & cookout (purchase on Meals & Lodging page)
- DOES include Saturday Wine & Wildflowers social hour & dinner
- Student Pass (age 13-College): April 4-6 | $25 | all Friday, Saturday, and Sunday events
- Does NOT include Friday Hootenanny social hour & cookout (purchase on Meals & Lodging page)
- Does NOT include Saturday Wine & Wildflowers social hour & dinner (purchase separate ticket on Wine & Wildflowers page)
- Friday Pass: April 4 | $45 | all Friday events
- Does NOT include Hootenanny social hour & cookout (purchase on Meals & Lodging page)
- Does NOT include Wine & Wildflowers (purchase separate ticket on Wine & Wildflowers page)
- Saturday Pass: April 5 | $55 | all events Saturday
- Does NOT include Hootenanny social hour & cookout (purchase on Meals & Lodging page)
- Does NOT include Wine & Wildflowers (purchase separate ticket on Wine & Wildflowers page)
- Saturday Wine & Wildflowers: April 5 | $50 | social hour & dinner at Big Red Barn
- INCLUDED in Weekend Pass
- NOT included in Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or Student Passes (purchase separate ticket on Wine & Wildflowers page)
- Sunday Pass: April 6 | $45 | all events Sunday
- Does NOT include Hootenanny social hour & cookout (purchase on Meals & Lodging page)
- Does NOT include Wine & Wildflowers (purchase separate ticket on Wine & Wildflowers page)
Tennessee Naturalist Program Information
The annual Trails & Trilliums naturalist rally, hosted by the Friends of South Cumberland State Parks, is a great opportunity for TNP students and graduates to accumulate Continuing Education and Volunteer hours! All current and past TNP participants are invited, and we hope you will bring your friends.
Registration: For TNP Early Bird Registration opens February 15 and Open Registration begins a week later.
All TNP participants and alumni are eligible to register during this first week, giving you first shot at the presentations and hikes you want (many have space limits).
Earn TNP Continuing Education (CE) Credit: Historically, 90% of Trails & Trilliums programs have been pre-approved for Continuing Education (CE) credit for Tennessee Naturalist Program students. Confirmation on pre-approvals for new programming is coming soon. Please note that while sessions are pre-approved for CE credit, the same rules and processes for claiming CE hours apply as with all other TNP CE credits. Trails & Trilliums does not manage CE approval in the TNP portal.
Volunteer during the event - coming soon!
Registration: For TNP Early Bird Registration opens February 15 and Open Registration begins a week later.
All TNP participants and alumni are eligible to register during this first week, giving you first shot at the presentations and hikes you want (many have space limits).
Earn TNP Continuing Education (CE) Credit: Historically, 90% of Trails & Trilliums programs have been pre-approved for Continuing Education (CE) credit for Tennessee Naturalist Program students. Confirmation on pre-approvals for new programming is coming soon. Please note that while sessions are pre-approved for CE credit, the same rules and processes for claiming CE hours apply as with all other TNP CE credits. Trails & Trilliums does not manage CE approval in the TNP portal.
Volunteer during the event - coming soon!
Trails & Trilliums Presenter Spotlight - Dr. Jon Evans
Wonders Hiding in Plain Sight
Dr. Jon Evans, Director of the Sewanee Herbarium and Professor of Biology at Sewanee, has been inspiring students and advancing ecological research since 1994. With a focus on ecology, conservation biology, and botany, Dr. Evans has played a pivotal role in shaping the Sewanee Herbarium into the thriving resource it is today.
Attendees of his presentation at the Trails & Trilliums plenary session, held on Saturday at noon, will be captivated by the story of a remarkable discovery on the South Cumberland Plateau: the realization that what was once considered a single species of phacelia is actually two distinct species. Dr. Evans will explore how close observation, citizen science, and modern tools can uncover “Wonders Hiding in Plain Sight,” showcasing the power of curiosity and collaboration in scientific discovery.
Dr. Jon Evans, Director of the Sewanee Herbarium and Professor of Biology at Sewanee, has been inspiring students and advancing ecological research since 1994. With a focus on ecology, conservation biology, and botany, Dr. Evans has played a pivotal role in shaping the Sewanee Herbarium into the thriving resource it is today.
Attendees of his presentation at the Trails & Trilliums plenary session, held on Saturday at noon, will be captivated by the story of a remarkable discovery on the South Cumberland Plateau: the realization that what was once considered a single species of phacelia is actually two distinct species. Dr. Evans will explore how close observation, citizen science, and modern tools can uncover “Wonders Hiding in Plain Sight,” showcasing the power of curiosity and collaboration in scientific discovery.
For thirty years, Friends of South Cumberland State Parks has turned generous donations from its membership into protection of great spaces, education about the natural world, and supporting park rangers and managers for the parks on the South Cumberland Plateau. We maintain trails, enhance park facilities, and introduce people of all ages to these wonderful natural places. None of this happens without the generosity of those who love Savage Gulf, Fiery Gizzard, Lost Cove, Hawkins Cove, and the stunning landscape of the South Cumberland Plateau. Please give generously today to keep this work vibrant and alive.
Other Information
Activities will take place rain or shine.
Weather Plan: All activities are designed to continue rain or shine. In case of emergency weather conditions or lightning, cancellations/postponements will be posted on the Trails and Trilliums website by 6:00 am daily.
Refund Policy
In order to receive a refund, you must contact Andrea Sanders, [email protected] at least two weeks prior April 4th.
All events are on Central Daylight Time.
Weather Plan: All activities are designed to continue rain or shine. In case of emergency weather conditions or lightning, cancellations/postponements will be posted on the Trails and Trilliums website by 6:00 am daily.
Refund Policy
In order to receive a refund, you must contact Andrea Sanders, [email protected] at least two weeks prior April 4th.
All events are on Central Daylight Time.
Thank you to our sponsors
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