Hiking Blevins Farm Loop at Big South Fork, Tennessee
My first hike at the 2016 Spring Bushcraft Meet hosted by Bob808Knight, Ken Kramm, and Bill in the Hills at Bandy Creek area of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Scott County, Tennessee.
In this short hike, I am joined by my friends Caveman Outdoors, Shane, and Sheba. We hiked out of the Bandy Creek Campground towards the trailhead. The trail is a little over 3 mile loop. In less than 2 miles we arrived to the Oscar Blevins Homestead, a farm dating back to the 1870s. After checking out the farm and preserved structures, we get back on the trail to complete the loop, passing mainly through woods. We crossed the main branch of Bandy Creek and encountered some awesome rock formations typical of the Cumberland Plateau. We also passed by a nice small waterfall on the West Fork Bandy Creek. Finally arriving back at our starting point along this lollipop loop trail. A very interesting trail with a lot of neat things to see. The terrain was mostly easy and the trail well maintained.
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Hiking Twin Arches at Big South Fork in Scott County, Tennessee (Part 1 of 2)
On this beautiful early spring day, Smell N Roses and Caveman Outdoors team up once again for approximately an 8 mile day hike. This video is Part 1 of that hike. We started from the primary parking lot for the Twin Arches State Natural Area and hiked the short, easy trail down to the two awesome arches. We spent some time there checking out these two massive rock features. From the Arches we continued down into a ravine towards Charit Creek Lodge, but stay tuned for Part 2 for that...enjoy the Arches. Thanks for watching!
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Big South Fork NRRA (Tennessee) Backpacking - May 2019
The dogs and I teamed up with Carl and Travis for the 3rd trip of the 2019 backpacking season, and headed down to Tennessee for a return trip to Big South Fork National River Recreation Area. In 2015 I’d done what amounted to a ‘recon’ trip to Big South Fork, where I discovered the amazing Charit Creek Lodge. I’d always wanted to return to the area, and Charit Creek Lodge. After mentioning the gourmet food that was included in the price, real beds, and even hot showers, it didn’t take much convincing to get Carl and Travis onboard with the plan to spend the last night at the Lodge. It was only later that we discovered they’d added beer and wine to their offerings since my last stay – bonus!
We agreed upon a 3-day, 25-mile point-to-point hike starting near the Big Creek Trailhead and ending at the Charit Creek Trailhead. Travis and I ended up staying at the same luxurious Super 8 motel in Caryville, TN, while Carl came up from down south. With three of us driving separately there were plenty of cars for various shuttle options, which is a nice thing to have in a place like Big South Fork where multi-day loop hike options are limited.
Keeping with the ‘good weather’ theme I’ve been fortunate to have in 2019, the weather for our hike was forecast to be near perfect – weather in the 70’s and little chance of rain. The forecast was particularly fortuitous because in the weeks before our trip the weather had been in the 90’s and humid, and hot/humid weather moved in right after our hike. Lucky!
But all was not nirvana for us. We discovered early on in day #1 that the woods were crawling (literally) with ticks in numbers that vastly exceeded anything any of us had ever experienced. In addition, we discovered that established backcountry campsites were few and far between on our route, which made for an extra mile or two of hiking on day #1 as we hiked around an area of ‘known campsites’ looking for one of them. Finally, as we sat at Charit Creek Lodge sipping our cold microbrews all of us found small bug-bites in the hundreds covering any area of skin that had been exposed. We’re still debating what caused those – Carl votes for chiggers, but I’m convinced it was No-See-Ums (since none of us ever saw ‘Um). Bring, and use, your bug stuff if you head to Big South Fork!
The hike itself was a ‘deep woods Off’ sort of experience, with the trees fully leafed out and few views to be had. But we did get one fantastic view at the John Muir Overlook, along with the heart-racing sheer clffs. The route we chose spent much of its length running right beside streams and the Big South Fork River, but we discovered the trail was far enough away from the water, and the vegetation thick enough, that there were few views. However, the trails themselves were fairly easy and generally well-maintained which made for an enjoyable three days of hiking together.
The experience at the Lodge was just what I remembered – a relaxing throwback in time, with no electricity and no connection to the outside world. But you did get a gourmet breakfast and dinner, comfortable room and bed, hot showers, and cold beer. It was certainly the highlight of the hike, and a must-stay place if you’re ever hiking in the area.
For those who have watched my other videos this one is done in the same style - about 45 minutes in length, intended to bring the audience along for the 'ride', and with a still picture slide show with music at the end. If you just have a few minutes skip to the end and enjoy the pictures.
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Still and Video Camera: Nikon Z6 with Nikkor 20mm f1.8 lens and FTZ Adapter
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MainStreet - Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area
Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area joined the park system in celebrating the bicentennial in 2016. In this special Mainstreet shot during that year park employees and volunteers talk about why they spend their time safeguarding this natural wonder and the history of the people who have lived in it.
Hiking Honey Creek Loop Trail at Big South Fork, Tennessee
In this video, I am joined by my friends Caveman Outdoors and Sheba, Shane, and the State Parkers for a spectacular hike on the Honey Creek Loop Trail, located in the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area in Scott County, east Tennessee. We were in the area for the 2016 Spring Bushcraft Meet and Caveman and I did not get to this trail last year so it was high on our list of places to get to this year. While not extremely difficult, it is probably one of the most challenging trails in the BSF. There is only one good gorge overlook, but the trail does not disappoint as there are a lot of waterfalls, massive rock features and caves, and a lot of rock scrambling. The main loop trail is just under 6 miles, but it is a longer hike if you complete some of the side trails to overlooks, caves, etc.
Note, if you hike with a dog you likely will not be able to climb the ladders to the overlook. We lost Caveman and Sheba at the ladder, did we ever see them again? Watch the video to find out what happened...
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Big South Fork HD - Standing Stone
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GoPro Video - Chesnut Ridge Trail - Big South Fork - Tennessee Kentucky Border
GoPro Video - Chesnut Ridge Trail - Big South Fork - Tennessee Kentucky Border
White Oak & Highlands TN
Jamestown, Tennessee, with the Big South Fork Recreation area has become a mecca for horseback trail riding. The Allardt Land Company has built several equestrian communities to accommodate the interests of horse owners wanting to move to this area and have access to miles of riding trails.
East Rim Overlook & Leatherwood Ford Big South Fork National Park
A couple of videos from East Rim overlook, a time lapse down through the gorge, and some photos from the Leatherwood Ford area. Keep your eyes out for some snakes in the photos!
2011-03-10 - Big South Fork Hike
Had a great hike through Big South Fork. Saw the Charit Creek Hostel, the Twit Arches, and a lot of water and rock features. We crossed Laurel Creek five very chilly times.
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A Weekend in Big South Fork
Bandy Creek Campground and +Twin Arches Loop Trail, Big South Fork National Recreation Area
Hungry Horses Jamestown Tn
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Renfro Valley Weekend
Daniel Boone National Forest, Cumberland Falls, Split Bow Arch and Big South Fork. GoPro Hero 3.
Cowboy Church HTCAA Ride - Part 3 of 3
Cowboy Church @ The First Official HTCAA Ride in the Big South Fork Tennessee June 1st 2014. Miss Kevin Link's Solo His Life For Mine
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Hiking The Twin Arches
Spring Bushcraft Meetup 2015
Big South Fork National Park Oneida, TN
Hiking The Twin Arches
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South Arch of Twin Arches at Big South Fork
Video taken by Scout Webmaster at the November 2012 backpacking trip to Jake's Place at the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River.
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TRAIL RIDING AT THE BIG SOUTH FORK
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