Obed Wild & Scenic River
Federal Recreation Area · Tennessee · National Park Service
- Camping
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.
Plan your visit
Trails & hiking
Hiking
Camping
Camping
Site types & reservations: see the official site.
Know before you go
- Phone
- 4233466294
- Official site
- www.nps.gov
- Managed by
- National Park Service
Getting there
Things to do
Highlights: Animals · Birds · Forests and Woodlands · Deciduous Forests · Geology · Night Sky · Scenic Views · Trails · Watersheds
Activities & features: Astronomy · Stargazing · Climbing · Rock Climbing · Fishing · Freshwater Fishing · Hunting and Gathering · Paddling · Canoe or Kayak Camping · Junior Ranger Program · Wildlife Watching · Birdwatching · Park Film
Photos
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NPS Photo -
NPS Photo/ P. Yaeger -
NPS Photo/ R.Herchenrider -
NPS Photo/ J. Parlow
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Sources: National Park Service, Google Places · updated 2026-08-12