Climber at Obed

ACTIVITIES

Immerse yourself into the great outdoors. Wartburg and the surrounding areas offer more ways than ever to get out and explore.

Hiker with Dog at Obed Overlook

HIKING

With access to the Obed, Frozen Head, and Lone Mountain, there's no shortage of hiking...

Climbing

CLIMBING

A mecca for climbers, the Obed hosts some of the best climbing in the Southeast...

Kayaking the Obed River

PADDLING

The Obed River offers one of the longest stretches of whitewater in the Eastern US...

Outdoor Bar

BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES

Enjoy a cold craft beer or a smooth whisky after returning from your adventure...

Hiker with Dog at Obed Overlook

BRUSHY MOUNTAIN

A must-visit attraction, Historic Brushy Mountain offers tours, moonshine, and BBQ...

Kayaking the Obed River

FISHING

A variety of fish can be caught virtually anywhere along the Obed, Emory, or Clear Creek...

Climbing

CAMPING

From car camping to backcountry camping, there are a multitude of campsites throughout...

Outdoor Bar

BIKING

A sought-after destination for mountain biking and downhill racing, Windrock Bike Park...

Hiker with Dog at Obed Overlook

ART, HISTORY, CULTURE

As a perfectly preserved Victorian village, Rugby immerses visitors into a wealth of history...

Climbing

STARGAZING

Designated as an International Dark Sky Park, the Obed offers excellent darkness for stargazing...

Kayaking the Obed River

HORSEBACK RIDING

Big South Fork National Park hosts the largest network of horse trails in the Eastern US...

Outdoor Bar

HUNTING

Catoosa Wildlife Refuge offers small and big game hunting. Hunters can apply for quota...

Hiker with Dog at Obed Overlook

WILDLIFE VIEWING

The vastly untouched land surrounding Wartburg provide excellent wildlife viewing opportunities...

Climbing

SWIMMING

The cool flowing waters of the Obed River provide many places to take a plunge...

Kayaking the Obed River

RAFTING

Guided tours are available for rafting the Big South Fork River and its tributaries...

Outdoor Bar

CABINS

Looking for a unique cabin getaway? The Cumberland Mountains offer spectacular views...