Outdoor Adventure Trips – Fall 2026
Get outside, explore new places, and build community with Campus Recreation's Fall 2026 Outdoor Adventure Trips. These trips are designed to be accessible, guided, and memorable for students of all experience levels.
Camp Skyhawk
Paris Landing State Park
August 28–30, 2026
Cost: $60
Trip Level: Beginner–Moderate
Signature Outdoor Adventure Event
Camp Skyhawk is Campus Recreation's annual overnight outdoor experience and a signature event within the Outdoor Adventure program. This weekend trip focuses on exploration, connection, and creating shared memories outdoors.
Trip Includes
- Camping
- Hiking
- Water tubing
- All meals during the trip
- Camping gear (tents, sleeping systems, and group equipment)
- Experienced Campus Recreation staff and trip guides
- Camp Skyhawk T-shirt
Important Participation Requirements
- Participants must be able to swim to participate in water tubing.
- All participants who choose to tube are required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket.
- Water tubing is optional; participants may choose not to tube and still fully participate in the trip.
Transportation
Transportation is not included. Additional details and expectations will be shared prior to departure.
This trip is open to students of all experience levels and serves as an introduction to outdoor adventure through a supportive, guided experience.
Mammoth Cave Adventure Trip
Mammoth Cave National Park
October 10–12, 2026
Cost: $75
Trip Level: Moderate (Intermediate)
Explore one of the world's most iconic natural landmarks during a weekend adventure at Mammoth Cave National Park.
Cave Experience: River Styx Cave Tour
- Guided cave tour featuring prolonged walking, stairways, low-light conditions, and uneven surfaces.
- Participants should be comfortable with enclosed spaces and moderate physical activity.
Trip Includes
- River Styx guided cave tour
- Camping
- Hiking
- All meals during the trip
- Camping gear (tents, sleeping systems, and group equipment)
- Experienced Campus Recreation staff and trip guides
Transportation
Transportation is not included. Additional logistics will be shared with registered participants.
This trip combines surface-level outdoor recreation with a unique underground adventure experience.
Micro Trips
Garden of the Gods Adventure Trip
Garden of the Gods Recreation Area, Illinois
September 19, 2026
Cost: $15
Trip Level: Intermediate
Experience one of the Midwest's most scenic natural destinations on this day-trip hiking adventure.
Trip Includes
- Guided hiking experience
- 6–7 mile hike through Garden of the Gods Recreation Area
- Exploration of the Garden of the Gods Observation Trail
- Visits to scenic overlooks and unique sandstone formations
- Outdoor recreation education
- Experienced Campus Recreation staff and trip guides
- Transportation from UT Martin
Transportation
Transportation is provided by Campus Recreation.
This trip is ideal for students seeking a moderately challenging hiking experience with spectacular scenery and unique geological features.
Nature Trails & Creek Adventure Trip
Clarksville, Tennessee
Rotary Park & Dunbar Cave State Park
November 7, 2026
Cost: $15
Trip Level: Beginner
Join Campus Recreation for a day of exploring local trails, creeks, and natural areas in Clarksville, Tennessee.
Trip Includes
- Guided hiking
- Creek exploration and nature observation
- Visit to Rotary Park trail system
- Visit to Dunbar Cave State Park trails
- Outdoor recreation education
- Experienced Campus Recreation staff and trip guides
- Transportation from UT Martin
Transportation
Transportation is provided by Campus Recreation.
This trip offers a relaxed outdoor experience ideal for students interested in hiking, nature exploration, and spending time outdoors with friends.
Who Can Participate?
- Trips are open to UT Martin students unless otherwise noted.
- No prior outdoor experience is required unless specified.
- All trips are led by trained Campus Recreation staff members and trip leaders.
Registration & More Information
Refund Policy
No Refunds
All Outdoor Adventure Trip registrations are final.
No refunds will be issued for:
- Participant cancellations
- Schedule conflicts
- Failure to attend
- Weather-related itinerary modifications
- Early departure from a trip
If Campus Recreation cancels a trip due to low enrollment, safety concerns, or unforeseen circumstances, participants will be notified regarding available options.
Registration & More Information
Register here UT Martin Campus Recreation
Deadlines, waivers, equipment information, and transportation expectations will be shared prior to each trip.
Space is limited and registration is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration is encouraged.
Fall 2026 Pricing Summary
- Camp Skyhawk — $60
- Mammoth Cave Adventure Trip — $75
- Garden of the Gods Adventure Trip — $15
- Nature Trails & Creek Adventure Trip — $15
We look forward to helping you explore the outdoors, build new connections, and create lasting memories through Outdoor Adventure at UT Martin.