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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.

Map showing location of park.

A group of hogs eating grass next to the road.

Harvesting Wild Hogs in the Big South Fork NRRA and Obed WS

2024-09-17

Deer hunting season open in Kentucky on September 7 and opens in Tennessee on September 28. During these big game seasons, wild hogs may be harvested with the appropriate weapon that is legal for that specific season. There is also an extended hog hunting season that lasts from the end of the deer season until the end of February with a weapon that is approved by that state for harvesting big game.

A group of six individuals are participating in an outdoor trail work activity in a forested area. They are using tools to build or fix a trail structure, with one person crouched down while others assist.

Obed Adopt-a-Crag Event on September 14

2024-08-30

In cooperation with the East Tennessee Climbers Coalition (ETCC), the Obed Wild and Scenic River will host the park’s annual Adopt-a-Crag event on Saturday, September 14.

A kayaker stands on rocky terrain near a river, holding a kayak on their shoulders. The kayaker is facing the river, which is visible in the background. The scene depicts a moment of pause and contemplation.

Obed Wild & Scenic River Announces 2024 Photo Contest Winners

2024-08-27

The National Park Service has announced the winners of the 2024 Obed Wild and Scenic River photo contest. The contest, which sought digital images showcasing the park's scenic beauty, night skies, recreational activities, and wildlife diversity, was judged by the Southern Appalachian Nature Photographers.

Obed Rock Climbers Spend Three Quarters of Million Dollars Annually

2024-08-16

Rock climbers visiting the Obed Wild & Scenic River, a unit of the National Park Service located between Knoxville and Crossville in the Upper Cumberland Plateau, annually spend about $768,000 at local businesses, according to a new study.

Coalfield Student Nears the Top of a Climbing Route (1)

Rock Climbing and Paddling Program for Morgan County 6th Grade Homeschooled Students on August 22

2024-08-09

Thirteen years ago, with funding from a National Park Foundation grant, Obed Wild and Scenic River launched its “National Park in Your Backyard” program for the sixth-grade students of Morgan County. The Park is excited to announce that these programs will be held again this year and will be open to current sixth grade students.