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12 years ago
On Saturday, March 15th, Tony and I was driving on the back roads out of Bandy Creek Visitors Center in the Big South Fork Recreation Area on Leatherwood Rd. Our van winding down the mountainside came to this bridge and river gorge opening and PURE HEAVEN..it is absolutely gorgeous. Pulled into the parking area at the base of the bridge area. There is restrooms and plenty of parking with picnic tables and grills. Also many hiking trails lead off from this parking lot. There is a boardwalk down by the water and areas where you can enter the water for swimming. I can't wait to go back here in the summer time. We definitely have to try this spot out. This is an infrequently visited location, mostly savored by the locals. Visitors the Big South Fork NRA are too busy with white water rafting or horseback riding to spend any time enjoying something as simple as this hidden gem. Most visitors will pass this on their way to the Bandy Creek Campground, a popular place throughout the year. But if you're looking for something different, something quiet, something easy, this is your place. IF YOU WANT TO GO, here are some tips to make the best of your trip: When to Go: Go in the middle of the day, about two hours after sunset and two hours before sunset. This area sits in a ravine, so the area will be in shadow early and late, which can make it a bit chilly in Spring and Fall. How to Get There: Take Highway 297 (Leatherwood Ford Road) from Oneida toward the Bandy Creek Visitor Center. Make a left turn about five miles from Oneida, continuing along Highway 297. The road will make a few sharp turns, descending a few hundred feet, and you will see a long, straight bridge ahead. The Leatherwood Ford entrance is near the bridge. What to Do: Enjoy a walk along the riverside trail, fishing on the old bridge, get your feet wet, or you could also take a vigorous hike along the Angel Falls Trail. How Much Does it Cost: Free! Best Tip for Best Experience: Best time to visit Leatherwood Ford is late in the afternoon, about three hours before sunset. Enjoy the waters while the sun is poking out, then take a walk along the riverside trail or Angel Falls Trail. An hour before sunset, leave this site and drive about ten minutes up the mountain to the East Rim Overlook to enjoy the sunset. read more
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Big S Fork Recreation Area
Oneida, TN 37841
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