Every once in a while, the world gets a bit wild. The internet can be overwhelming, news stations share a bit too much news, and getting out in nature provides the quality reset that an uptick in stress tends to require. If you’re looking for a way to get out of the city and into nature, then a visit to the Big South Fork National River in Oneida, Tennessee is the perfect place to visit. It’s not as widely touted as the famed Great Smoky Mountains, which means you’ll get to experience a grand amount of beauty without the crowds. Learn more about this stunning Tennessee gem below!

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The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is shared not only by northeastern Tennessee, but also southeastern Kentucky. It stretches across Morgan, Pickett, Scott and Fentress counties in Tennessee, and McCreary County in Kentucky.
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This Cumberland Plateau gem is known not only for its incredible natural beauty, but it's also famed as the region with the highest concentration of natural bridges in the United States.
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The river gorge that cuts straight through Big South Fork is stunning, and it provides a beautiful respite from the craziness of contemporary society. There's no place more idyllic and tucked away.

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The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area covers 125,000 acres across the Cumberland Plateau and provides ample opportunity for camping and hiking. Locals also tend to indulge in everything from trail running to nature walks and bird watching.
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Of course, once you're here? The beautiful grandiosity of nature is at its peak. You can indulge in long walks out in the woods, go for a (safe!) swim in the river, and maybe even book a campsite so you don't have to leave for a long while.
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Indulge in views of wildflowers and river rapids, and perhaps even experience the entire park by horseback by way of Bandy Creek Stables. There are even two equestrian campgrounds within the park, one in Kentucky and the other in Tennessee.
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Whether you're camping or whitewater rafting, there's something for everyone at Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Stay away from the crowds and experience nature on your own, Tennessee. The outdoors are waiting.

You can learn more about Big South Fork with a visit to the national park’s official website.

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Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, 4564 Leatherwood Rd, Oneida, TN 37841, USA