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Big South Fork Backcountry (TN/KY) — Tennessee / Kentucky, USA

Big South Fork Backcountry (TN/KY)

Cumberland Plateau arches, rock houses, and river gorges — a 65-mile John Muir Trail (KY) segment runs through.

Where on earth

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Region
Tennessee / Kentucky, USA
Country
United States
Biome
Cumberland Plateau (200–500 m)
Best season
March – May, September – November
Difficulty
moderate
Known for
  • Backpacking
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing

Key takeaways

  • Biome: Cumberland Plateau (200–500 m)
  • Best season: March – May, September – November
  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary

Cumberland Plateau arches, rock houses, and river gorges — a 65-mile John Muir Trail (KY) segment runs through.

Key takeaways

  • Difficulty: moderate
  • Best season: March – May, September – November

Intended uses

backpacking

Climate suitability

Cumberland Plateau (200–500 m)

Verification notes

Last verified January 1, 1970.

Region
United States
Biome
Cumberland Plateau (200–500 m)
Difficulty
moderate
backpacking

Wildlife found around Big South Fork Backcountry (TN/KY)

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Last verified: 1970-01-01