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Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
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Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area has over 150 miles of maintained hiking trails available for your enjoyment. Trails range from short, one mile loops to long multi-day hikes through the rugged backcountry.
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Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area offers a wide variety recreation. Whitewater rafting, canoeing and kayaking are popular in the spring months while canoeing and canoe camping on non-whitewater sections are available all year. Swimming is available in rivers and at the Bandy Creek Pool. Hundreds of miles of hiking and horse trails exist with no restriction on backcountry camping. Developed campgrounds and primitive lodging exist. Mountain biking is allowed on bike trails, horse trails and 4-wheel drive roads.
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The climate in Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is typical of that of the south for each season. That means springtime in BSFNRRA is a comfortable temperature. Unfortunately, the gentle southern beauty of springtime inevitably gives way to hot, humid summers and afternoon thunderstorms. Bring raingear.
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The Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is located in a humid climatic region, typified by mild winters and moist warm to hot summers. Storm systems typically bring heavy rains from December through March which may cause flooding. Summer thunderstorms are common. Winter snowfall occurs intermittently in the area and averages 17 inches per year. Wear comfortable clothing for the season and bring clothing for the possible extremes.
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This ½ day trip through the canyon section of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is a great introduction to whitewater rafting. You will scarcely find the time to admire the beauty of the canyon as you travel the first mile of nearly continuous Class III rapids. Things slow down a bit after that, but don′t get too complacent, there are plenty of rapids to distract you from the scenery. The trip runs in the afternoon and meets near Oneida, TN.
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One of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area's most scenic overlooks, the Devil's Jump Overlook affords spectacular views of the Big South Fork River, the river gorge and the Devil's Jump Rapids. This overlook is fully accessible.
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