Area : Woodcock Cove

Woodcock Cove is near the small town of Dunlap in Sequatchie County, TN, approximately a one-hour drive from Chattanooga and a two-hour drive from Nashville and Knoxville. An impressive mile-long cliff offers continuous single-pitch sport and traditional climbs. The rock is on par with all of the classic crags of the Cumberland Plateau, while also offering a distinctly natural experience; the area is filled with wildlife habitats, forests, streams, and an impressive view of the Sequatchie Valley. Woodcock Cove features a freestanding sandstone pillar, along with massive dihedral walls, both of which are unique finds in the Southeastern climbing scene. Established routes range from 5.8 to 5.13, and there are extensive sections that offer excellent climbing at more moderate grades. The Southeastern Climbers Coalition worked with private landowners to secure a 64 acre tract in Woodcock Cove, before engaging in a land swap deal to secure even more of the cliffline. As always, a focus on community and building relations with landowners was crucial in acquiring the crag.