Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area

National Park Service, Tennessee.

Encompassing 125,000 acres of the Cumberland Plateau, Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area protects the free-flowing Big South Fork of the Cumberland River and its tributaries. The area boasts miles of scenic gorges and sandstone bluffs, is rich with natural and historic features and has been developed to provide visitors with a wide range of outdoor recreational activities.

Camping and Day Use

Activities and Experiences

Blue Heron Overlook Gazebo

Nearby Activities

Biking
Boating
Camping
Climbing
Fishing
Hiking
Historic & Cultural Site
Horse Camping
Horseback Riding
Hunting
Paddling
Picnicking
Swimming
Wildlife Viewing

Directions

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Additional Information

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