Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area


Fans of Big South Fork tout its relative emptiness as compared to nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Within Big South Fork's 123,000 acres atop the Cumberland Plateau are myriad possibilities for adventure. Park visitors cite the abundant natural arches and bridges, waterfalls and swimming holes, and miles and miles of trails as their reasons to spend time in the park. And then, of course, there's the powerful Big South Fork itself. A 600-foot gorge carves through the plateau, cradling the ever-changing river. Read More »

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