Big South Fork NRRA in Fall
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
National River & Recreation Area · KY, TN
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.
Park report
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How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesBig South Fork’s Brewster Bridge Road to Temporarily Close for Repair
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How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesThe Use of Drones is Prohibited at Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
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How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesBig South Fork Announces Temporary Closure of Blue Heron Tipple Bridge
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How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesFirewood ban is in effect for the park.
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How this is rated
Poor: closures/hazards · Fair: cautions/noticesBlack Bears at Big South Fork
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park5 campgrounds
Visitor Centers
Good6 visitor centers
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available31 activities
Park Name
InfoBig South Fork National River & Recreation Area
Designation
InfoNational River & Recreation Area
State(s)
InfoKY, TN
Phone
Info4235699778
biso_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe park is always open.
Visitor Center: Bandy Creek Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Blue Heron Interpretive Center
InfoSee park for hours
Visitor Center: Crossville Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArts, Photography, Industry + 15 more
Weather Info
InfoThe weather along the Cumberland Plateau can be best described as unpredictable. Each season brings its own weather patterns. Summers are generally hot and humid, with high temperatures sometimes ecli
Getting There
InfoPlease use the following link to learn more about how to get here from various locations.
Location
Info36.5348° N, -84.6651° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website