US National Rivers

Contact: BISO_Information@nps.gov
Phone: Headquarters (423) 569-9778 <br> Visitor Information (423) 286-7275 <br> Visitor Information (606) 376-5073 <br>

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The free-flowing 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. The area offers a broad range of recreational opportunities including camping, whitewater rafting, kayaking, canoeing, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, hunting and fishing. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, with its experience in managing river basins, was charged with land acquisition, planning and development of facilities. Now completed, these lands and facilities are operated and maintained by the National Park Service for the benefit and use of the public.

Directions

Plane - The closest commercial airports are in Knoxville and Nashville, Tennessee and Lexington, Kentucky.


Car - The area is most easily reached by car. Southbound on I-75 take KY 461 south to KY 80, take 80 west to U.S. 27, take 27 south to Oneida and follow TN 297 west into the park. From I-75 northbound, take TN 63 west to U.S. 27, take 27 north to Oneida and follow TN 297 west into the park. From I-40 westbound, exit at U.S. 27, travel north to Oneida and follow TN 297 west into the park. From I-40 eastbound, exit at U.S 127 and travel north to TN 154, take 154 north to TN 297 and follow take 297 east into the park.


Public Transportation - No Public Transportation is available.

Reservations: http://reservations.nps.gov/parkresults.cfm?park_id=364

More info at http://www.nps.gov/biso

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    Price: $195*
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    Swim with Manatees


    Snorkel or swim with the gentle manatees (Photo provided by International Divers, Inc.)
    Don't miss your chance to swim and snorkel with the gentle, endangered Florida manatee. Experience unspoiled Florida as you visit the beautiful Crystal River for a snorkeling trip with these amazing creatures. Your day also includes an exhilarating airboat ride, entrance to a wildlife park, and all meals. The Manatee swim adventure is available on Tuesday and Friday.