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Obed Wild & Scenic River

Wild & Scenic River Tennessee

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.

Entry Fees

No additional fees

Weather Information

The weather along the Cumberland Plateau can be best described as unpredictable. Each season brings its own weather patterns. Summers are generally hot and humid, with high temperatures sometimes eclipsing 90 degrees. The low temperatures in winter often dip below freezing. Spring sees the most amount of precipitation, but rainfall can occur in various amounts throughout the year.

Address

208 N. Maiden Street, Wartburg, TN 37887

Activities & Topics

Astronomy Stargazing Camping Climbing Rock Climbing Fishing Freshwater Fishing Hiking Hunting and Gathering Paddling Canoe or Kayak Camping Junior Ranger Program Wildlife Watching Birdwatching Park Film Animals Birds Forests and Woodlands Deciduous Forests Geology Night Sky Scenic Views Trails Watersheds