Big South Fork National Recreation Area
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Big South Fork National Recreation Area | |
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Park Type | National River and Recreation Area |
Located | |
External Links | Official Website |
Entrance Fee | Unknown |
ActivitiesThings to do at the park | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Park AmenitiesThings built to enjoy or use at the park | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
FeaturesNatural things to see at the park | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Park Trails |
17 Trails / Total of 59.06 miles95.048 km <br /> |
Lodging Types | ![]() |
Camping Amenities | |
Park Area | 125,310 acres507.112 km² <br /> |
Operated By | National Park Service |
Main Location | Map |
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Park Overview
Vast 125,000 acres of the Cumberland Plateau preserved for various outdoor activities.
How to get there
- Take I-81 south to I-40 west to I-75 north.
- From Exit 141 (Oneida/Huntsville) onto TN-63.
- Travel 14 miles on TN-63 including a left/west turn to stay on TN-63.
- Turn right/north onto TN-297.
- Travel on TN-297 for around 18 miles including passing thru Oneida.
- Arrive at Visitor Center.
GPS address for Bandy Creek Visitors Center is 4564 Leatherwood Rd., Oneida, Tennessee 37841.
Park Trails
The park offers the following trails to explore:
Park Trails | Distance | Difficulty | Marking | Usage | Highlight |
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Angel Falls Overlook TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 2.80 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Angel Falls Rapid TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 2.00 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Brandy Creek Loop TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 1.30 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Burnt Mill LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 4.30 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
East Rim OverlookThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 0.06 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Gentleman's Swimming Hole TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 2.90 mi | Easy | Unknown | Access to swimming in Clear Fork River | |
Grand Gap Loop TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 6.80 mi | Medium | Unknown | ||
Honey Creek LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 5.50 mi | Hard | Unknown | Very difficult trail to walk and navigate | |
John Litton Farm LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 6.30 mi | Easy | Unknown | Accessed by Duncan Hollow Trail | |
Leatherwood LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 3.30 mi | Easy | Unknown | Overlook | |
Middle Creek Loop TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 3.50 mi | Easy | Unknown | Connects with Sawmill and Laurel Fork trails | |
O&W TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 2.30 mi | Easy | Unknown | ||
Oscar Blevins Farm LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 3.60 mi | Easy | Unknown | Leads through old farms and farmsteads | |
Rock Creek Loop TrailThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 7.10 mi | Medium | Unknown | ||
Slave FallsThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 1.50 mi | Easy | Unknown | Leads to Slave Falls and Needle Arch | |
Sunset OverlookThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 1.30 mi | Easy | Unknown | Overlook | |
Twin Arches LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 4.50 mi | Easy | Unknown | Leads to the Twin Arches |
Fees, Permits, etc.
The park is open year-round. Bandy Creek Visitor Center (at infobox coordinates) is open daily from 8AM to 4PM.
After the Hike
Misc. Information
Big South Fork National Parks website