The Old Erbie Church is the undisputed center point of the historic center of Erbie. There is a parking lot near the church that serves as the trail head for the Cecil Cove Loop, the Old Erbie Loop, and a variety of other trail possibilities in Erbie.
According to the national parks service, the locals have said the church was built in 1896 and stands in great shape today, and is still frequently used for various services.
The church is definitely worth checking out if you're in the area. It's a bit of a challenge to get to (recommended driving routes can be found here), but it is easily seen off the nearby gravel road with no hiking required. The church is a great look into historic communities that developed along the Buffalo River. There used to be a school and a general store in the area too...but the church and a couple of old Homesteads (including the Parker-Hickman Homestead across the river) are all that remain of this historic community.
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