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Obed Wild & Scenic River
Wild & Scenic River · TN
The Obed Wild and Scenic River looks much the same today as it did when the first white settlers strolled its banks in the late 1700s. While meagerly populated due to poor farming soil, the river was a hospitable fishing and hunting area for trappers and pioneers. Today, the Obed stretches along the Cumberland Plateau and offers visitors a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities.
Park report
Current Alerts
How this is rated
Good: no active alerts or closuresNo active alerts
Entrance Fee
How this is rated
Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Campgrounds Available
How this is rated
Good: campgrounds available in this park1 campground
Campground: Rock Creek Campground
GoodThe Rock Creek Campground, located adjacent to the Nemo area of the Obed Wild & Scenic River, offers 11 spots for campers. Physical Address: 1674 Catoosa Rd., Wartburg, TN 37887 A $15 per night fee is charged, and reservations are required. You may obtain your reservation by visiting www.recreation.
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
How this is rated
Good: many activities available15 activities
Park Name
InfoObed Wild & Scenic River
Designation
InfoWild & Scenic River
State(s)
InfoTN
Phone
Info4233466294
obri_information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoThe park is open every day.
Visitor Center: Obed Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Activity: Astronomy
InfoAvailable
Activity: Stargazing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Climbing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Rock Climbing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Fishing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Freshwater Fishing
InfoAvailable
Activity: Hiking
InfoAvailable
Activity: Hunting and Gathering
InfoAvailable
Activity: Paddling
InfoAvailable
Activity: Canoe or Kayak Camping
InfoAvailable
Activity: Junior Ranger Program
InfoAvailable
Activity: Wildlife Watching
InfoAvailable
Activity: Birdwatching
InfoAvailable
Activity: Park Film
InfoAvailable
Theme: Animals
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Birds
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Forests and Woodlands
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Deciduous Forests
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Geology
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Night Sky
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Scenic Views
InfoFeatured at this park
Theme: Trails
InfoFeatured at this park
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
InfoThe Obed Wild & Scenic River Visitor Center is located at 208 North Maiden Street in downtown Wartburg, Tennessee. Please use the link for more information.
GPS Coordinates
Info36.1056° N, -84.5979° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website