You are here

Home » Big South Fork Horse Trails Repaired Following Recent Years' Heavy Rains

Big South Fork Horse Trails Repaired Following Recent Years' Heavy Rains

Share

Published Date

August 29, 2022

The Bear Creek Loop Horse Trail following repairs/NPS

Trail crews at Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Kentucky and Tennessee have completed the repair and rehabilitation of both Station Camp Creek and Bear Creek Loop Horse Trails, which had suffered under heavy rain events that occurred from 2019-2021.

Trail surfaces were graded, washouts and muddy areas were filled, and grade dips were established to prevent future erosion. Exposed sandstone beds were filled and re-graded. All encroaching vegetation was removed from the trail corridor. The trails are now ready for you to enjoy.

Additional rainfall could result in future damage or debris on the trail(s). Trail users are reminded to use caution on any trail in the park during or after heavy rain. Wet, muddy, and debris scattered trail conditions can lead to greater chances of slips, trips, and falls.

Before beginning a hike, always check the status of the trails and the weather forecast, and after your hike, please report trail damage to the Trails Condition Reporting Hotline at 423-569-7302, or via email at [email protected].

Stories about:

Story Categories:

Add comment

CAPTCHA

This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions.

Image CAPTCHA
Enter the characters shown in the image.

Your support helps the National Parks Traveler increase awareness of the wonders and issues confronting national parks and protected areas.

Support Our Mission

INN Member

The easiest way to explore RV-friendly National Park campgrounds.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.

Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.

You’ll also find stories about RVing in the parks, tips helpful if you’ve just recently become an RVer, and useful planning suggestions.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

FREE for iPhones and Android phones.