Click here for instructions the map at right is of the big south fork watershed. United states national parks and monuments maps perry. Climbers interested in backcountry exploration, multipitch outings and aid climbing will find their own little heaven here. The big south fork cumberland river is detailed with mileage markers, complemented by a table of popular river runs their distances, difficulty levels and other river information.
For additional information it is suggested you talk with any of the rangers at bandy creek visitor center. The sheltowee trace is a 319mile long backcountry trail 2015 alignment that spans the length of the daniel boone national forest and connects the big south fork, cumberland falls, and natural bridge. Its located in north central tennessee and southeastern kentucky, and protects. Cemeteries of the big south fork national river and. October 27, 2010 big south fork key \ carrydown only. Big south fork national river and recreation area national geographic trails illustrated map by national geographic maps trails illustrated jan 1, 20 4. It is a major drainage feature of the cumberland plateau, a major tributary of the cumberland river system, and the major feature of the big south fork national river and recreation area. Covering over 125,000 acres of the cumberland plateau, the area has miles of scenic gorges and sandstone bluffs making it a popular destination stop for a wide range of outdoor recreational.
The big south fork bike club is affiliated with the international mountain biking association and the southern offroad bicycle association. Big south fork national river and recreation area was established by congress in march of 1974. Completely revised in 2009 the brochure contains general information for visiting big south fork and a map of the park showing major routes and features. For more detailed maps based on newer satellite and aerial images switch to a detailed map view. This particular map is available for download as a single pdf file containing an index map and nine additional map sections or as separate downloads of the index map and separate map sections. The following information is intended to introduce you to some of the more than 150 miles of hiking trails located within the big south fork national river and recreation area. Big south fork trail maps big south fork national river. Our state parks offer diverse and varied natural landscapes, familyfriendly recreational activities, affordable and varied lodging accommodations, volunteer opportunities and hundreds of interpretive programs and events. The earliest historic burial that has been located at big south fork national river and recreation area is located in the no business cemetery which is on a small ridge on the north side of no business creek, about halfway upstream from its confluence with the. The national park service uses trail markers to designate trail uses.
Foundation document big south fork national river and recreation area kentucky and tennessee october 2017 national park service u. Big south fork imba epic mountain bike trail, oneida, tennessee. Here climbers, hikers and outdoor enthusiasts of all forms will find pristine waterfalls, deep river gorges, caves, natural stone arches, rock shelters from earlier inhabitants and. Park map 1994 47k big south fork national river and recreation area tennessee kentucky. It is a major drainage feature of the cumberland plateau, a major tributary of the cumberland river system, and the major feature of the big south fork. The flat satellite map represents one of many map types available. The minor planet center mpc a service of the international astronomical union assigns for each registered observatory a 3digit code in the range 000 to z99 the code serves as a unique identifier for observations taken of hundreds of thousands of minor planets and thousands of.
List of observatory codes wikipedia republished wiki 2. Maps, directions, and transportation to big sur california. Best advised to start early and give yourself plenty of time. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. Hiking project is part of the rei coop family, where a life outdoors is a life well lived. As a supplement to the landforms of tennessee, the table above has waypoints, maps, and some pictures of landforms of the big south fork. Encompassing an astounding 123,000 acres, this national river and recreation area sits on the cumberland plateau and houses some of the most isolated land on the east coast. The big sur chamber of commerce offers these directions as a starting. The table includes more than 20 waterfalls, over 100 arches, and a dozen rock chimneys from tennessee and kentucky, and includes some nearby landforms in the daniel boone national forest dbnf. Big south fork national river and recreation area, kentucky and tennessee. Nestled on the western border of big south fork national park in the cumberland mountains is pickett state park, which holds arch lake which is named after the sandstone.
National geographics trails illustrated map of big south fork national river and recreation area is a perfect guide for all recreation activities in this stunning area, whether hiking, biking, exploring, rafting, climbing, camping, or horseback riding. Discover tennessees natural, cultural and historic heritage. Programs are offered at various locations fro memorial day through labor day, and all rangerled programs are free and open to the public. This is a very good trail, dont let the mileage fool you, its a good workout. There is a ton of scrambling and ability to get off trail and play or swim, sometimes its hard to tell where the trail goes. The big south fork feature around 300 miles of trail open to mountain biking. The majority of the rock at bsf is undeveloped due to either park regulations prohibiting climbing in certain areas or a current moratorium on the. A 319mile backcountry trail that spans the daniel boone national forest and the big south fork national recreation river and recreation area. Soil survey of the big south fork national river and. The big south fork brochure includes a map which shows the locations of main park roads, key points of interest, visitor centers, river access points and campgrounds.
Free big south fork national recreation area topo maps. Topographic trail map for miles 7319 of the sheltowee trace. The area boasts miles of scenic gorges and sandstone bluffs is rich with natural and historic features and. 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.
Big south fork national river and recreation area offers a wide variety of rangerled programs designed to enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the park. Big south fork national river and recreation area topo map. Consider purchasing one or two to help insure a great trip. Searchable listings of big south fork rv parks and campgrounds. National park service station camp campground oneida, tennessee. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play. Big south fork national river and recreation area mccreary. 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.
Hillshading is used to create a threedimensional effect that provides a sense of land relief. The big south fork of the cumberland river is a 76milelong 122 km river in the u. General soil map the general soil map, which is a color map, shows the survey area divided into groups of associated soils called general soil map units. For adventure climbing, the big south fork is about as good as it gets. Come see what make the big south fork one of the most breath taking parks in tennessee. Big south fork national river and recreation area national. Big south fork national river and recreational area. The lake holds trout but even in the high elevation the water is really warm, so the fish are hunkered on the bottom in the current and under. The freeflowing big south fork of the cumberland river and its tributaries pass through 90 miles of scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide range of natural and historic features. Enter your address to find your location within the watershed. Home finding information pcl map collection united states national parks and monuments maps maps faq map room guide world africa americas.
Rock creek from the tennesseekentucky line to white oak junction is a kentucky wild river. Actually hiked it clockwise and seemed much more difficult, especially the last 1. Download the pdf shown above for easier viewing and the ability to zoom in. Information from its description page there is shown below.
Sheltowee trace south trail map includes big south fork. Big south fork national river and recreation area visitor information monticello cooper sumpter mt. Delete last point clear track click on map to make a track rightclick to add draggable markers. This satellite map of big south fork is meant for illustration purposes only. Encompassing 125,000 acres of the cumberland plateau, big south fork national river and recreation area protects the freeflowing big south fork of the cumberland river and its tributaries. The big south fork of cumberland river flows through the big south fork national river and recreation area.
The freeflowing big south fork of the cumberland river and its tributaries pass through 90 miles of scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide. Big south fork, tennessee tourist attractions, sightseeing. Get off the beaten path and back on again by following the map to clearly marked trailheads and then along mapped trails, detailed with mileage indicators and colored. A 90mile stretch of riverside park through scenic valleys and gorges. Big south fork national river and recreation area topo map in. The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is one which is approximately 8 miles away and has an elevation of 1,440 feet 331 feet higher than big south fork national river and recreation area. The confluence of the clear fork and new rivers in tennessee form the big south fork of cumberland river. This is a list of observatory codes, or iau codes, with their corresponding astronomical observatories. Please note the trail map set file is extremely large and may not be suitable for slower internet connections. We saw more waterfalls than ever and explored many of the side trails. General information 860 kb park map kb this is a large file located on the harpers ferry center server.
Big south fork national river and recreation area map. Guide for the john muir trail and southern sheltowee trace the two best 3 night foot trails in the big south fork. Things to do near big south fork national river and recreation area on tripadvisor. All the trails of the big south fork plus adjacent national forests and parks. Big south fork national river and recreational area morgan. Established in 1974, the big south fork national river and recreation area encompasses roughly 125,000 acres in some of the most rugged terrain of the cumberland plateau. This combination provides bikers of all skill levels with miles of trail options. Park map 1997 581k pdf format big bend national park texas topographic map scale 1. Big south fork national river and recreation area national geographic trails illustrated map by national geographic maps trails illustrated jan 1, 20. Look at big south fork, mccreary county, kentucky, united states from different perspectives. Big south fork is covered by the bradfordsville, ky us topo map quadrant. Travel books, guides and maps that may be helpful in planning your trip to the big south fork area are listed below. Semiautomated river profile analysis has been performed to investigate the influence of neotectonics on topographic evolution in emiliaromagna apennines, northern italy.
The landscape evolution in active orogens is mainly dictated by the interaction of tectonic and erosional processes. Big south fork national river and recreation area station camp campground regulations food storage the entire big south fork nrra is designated for food storage restrictions. The big south fork national river and recreation area preserves the big south fork of the cumberland river and its tributaries in northeastern tennessee and southeastern kentucky. Dembased drainage network analysis using steepness and. The map on this app was very helpful, especially along the creek. Big south fork national recreation area topographic map and nearby trails. Hiking trails in big south fork big south fork hiking trails. Pisgah little south fork of cumberland river from ky. Trails illustrated big south fork national recreation area. Marions 2006 report assessing and understanding trail degradation.
This national geographic trails illustrated folded map offers comprehensive coverage of kentuckys big south fork national river and recreation area. Results from big south fork national river and recreational area pdf, 2. Big south fork backpacking pickett state park twin. In addition, the former mining community of blue heron is preserved and interpreted via signage. Leconte lodge, the charit creek lodge is located deep in the big south fork national river and recreation area, and is only accessible by horseback, foot or. National park service station camp campground oneida. The club often has guided group rides for all levels of ability and are good at helping people new to the sport of mountain biking.
The objective is to use the drainage network from digital elevation model dem to constrain the active. Leconte lodge in great smoky mountains national park. In addition to bike only trails, mountain bikes are allowed on highway edges, backcountry roads and some horse trails. Great for hikers, mountain bikers, and horseback riders. Delete last point clear track click on map to make a track rightclick to add draggable markers save track.
Violation of these restrictions are prohibited and could result in property being impounded. The big south fork is also the home of the charit creek lodge, which is owned by the same people who own the mt. Cemeteries of the big south fork national river and recreation area. We have free and paid options that provide you the details you need to have your next great adventure in tennessee. The sheltowee trace map was released in 2014 north and 2015 south. Big south fork national river and recreation area protects the cumberland river, providing visitors hiking, camping, and kayaking. Use our easy lodging search to find exactly the type of accommodation you are looking for at the right price. The big south fork national river and recreation area was established to protect the big south fork of the cumberland river as well as its tributaries.
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