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There's a new adventure just around the bend!
From Class I to Class VI rapids, the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River has something for everyone
Sunset Overlook offers breath taking beauty of the BSF regardless of the time of day you choose to visit. To access this often overlooked trail head, you can park in the gravel area along side East Rim Drive. Across the road from the parking area, standing just outside the shaded forest . Photo courtesy of Miriam Mathis
From Class I to Class VI rapids, the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River has something for everyone
Finally there is a SAFE & RELIABLE transportation service available to the visitors of the
Big South Fork NRRA.
Currently we are the only shuttle service permitted to operate inside the BSFNRRA!
We are dedicated to serving the needs of each visitor, regardless of their choice of recreation.
We are a well organized & professionaly run shuttle service!
Located within minutes of the Bandy Creek Visitors Center!
Our drivers are properly licensed & insured, meeting all NPS requierments.
Each staff member is certified in CPR & First Aide training.
Our friendly drivers have a thorough knowledge of the park, it's roads, trails & rivers!
Our staff's experience allows us to assist each visitor when planning their next adventure!
It's simple!
We get you where you want to go,
Safely & On Time!!
Hikers, water enthusiasts, hunters & more
rely on Wilderness Taxi to get them where they need to go!
Our company is designed to meet your individual or small group's needs!
We are not an outfitter,but are able to assist you when planning your BSF adventure!
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(423) 215-4800
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Wilderness Taxi
BSF
Taxi & Tours
Wilderness
Phone:
(423) 215-4800
There's a new adventure just around the bend!
Thank you for choosing Wilderness Taxi for your transportation needs!
Our services are designed to meet each individual client's need, our prices are designed to do the same!
-Our prices reflect the services that you &/or your group receive!
-We do not require you pay a group rate unless you are receiving services as a group!
-Our rates are figured by the farthest distance we must travel.
-We offer two different options so that you may choose the service that best fits your needs!
Option A: Our driver will meet you at your take out location & transport you & your gear back to your put in location.
Option B: We meet you at your put in location & our driver will take your vehicle to your takeout location.
These prices are good for up to two people & their gear.
For each additional person add $10.
Groups over 4, please call us to check our availability.
Below you will find list of the most requested river runs by the vistors of the BSFNRRA& surrounding areas.
If the run you prefer is not listed, please contact us for rates availability & rates.
Brewster Bridge to Burnt Mill Bridge
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Distance 10.5 Miles
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Difficulty II-III
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Average Drop 12
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Use Season F-W-Sp
The upper-most run takes paddlers along a 6-mile stretch of the Clear Fork River. Put-in is at Peters Bridge on Peters Ford Road and take-out is at Brewster Bridge on S.R. 52 near Historic Rugby. The average drop is 7 and difficulty is Class I-II. The trip takes about a half day to complete.
Because of it's peaceful beginning stretch, this run is rapidly gaining popularity by those in the kayak fighishing community.
Option A: $80
Option B: $70
Burnt Mill Bridge to Leatherwood Ford
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Distance 11 Miles
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Difficulty III-IV
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Average Drop 20
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Use Season F-W-Sp
This is the stretch of water that gives the Big South Fork its fame among paddlers. Put-in is at Burnt Mill Bridge on S.R. 52 near Robbins and take-out is at Leatherwood Ford on S.R. 297 near Oneida. The distance is 11 miles, the average drop is 20 and the difficulty is Class III-IV. Sometimes referred to as the “Canyon Run,” this stretch of river begins on Clear Fork and continues after the confluence with New River onto the Big South Fork, through the deepest part of the Big South Fork gorge. Some paddlers choose to shorten the run by putting in at the confluence off of John Long Road near Oneida, which requires a hike into the gorge from a trailhead. The run includes the “Big 3″ rapids of The Ell, Double Drop and Washing Machine, a series of Class IV rapids just downstream from the confluence.
Option A: $75
Option B: $65
New River Bridge to Leatherwood Ford
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Distance 15.5 Miles
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Difficulty I-IV
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Average Drop 14
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Use Season F-W-Sp
This 15.5 mile trip is similar to the Burnt Mill to Leatherwood run, beginning on New River and continuing on the Big South Fork past the confluence. Put-in is at New River Bridge on U.S. Hwy. 27 in Helenwood. Takeout is at Leatherwood Ford on S.R. 297 near Oneida. The average drop is 14 and the difficulty is Class I-IV. You will find that New River is a gentle stream with a stretch, just beginning to roughen before the confluence. After the confluence, the rapids quickly intensify, including themost famous, better known as the “Big 3″, or The Ell, Double Drop and Washing Machine. To complete this trip, plan for a full day of serious paddling, or a multiple day trip.
Option A: $60
Option B: $50
Photo courtsey of NPS
Leatherwood Ford Bridge to Station Camp
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Distance 8
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Difficulty I-II (Angle Falls Class IV)
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Average Drop 5
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Use Season F-W-Sp-Early Summer
The stretch from Leatherwood Ford to Station Camp is a half day run combining moderate paddling difficulty with spectacular scenery.
Put-in is at Leatherwood Ford on S.R. 297 near Oneida and take-out is at Station Camp on Station Camp Road near Oneida. The average drop is 5 and the difficulty is Class I-II (except Angel Falls, which is Class IV). Some paddlers choose to float on to Blue Heron for a multi-day trip.
Angel Falls is two miles below Leatherwood Ford and should be portaged on river right at any level. The portage is not signed, be sure you are familiar with the landmarks which are associated with the approach to each rapids.
Option A: $50
Option B: $40
Zenith Mine to Leatherwood Ford Bridge
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Distance 8.5 Miles
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Difficulty II
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Average Drop 22
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Use Season W-Sp
This 8.5 mile trip includes no serious rapids but plenty of scenic beauty along North White Oak Creek and continuing on the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River. White Oak Creek empties into the South Fork just south of the O&W Bridge, where the river calms considerably after emerging from “The Canyon.” Put-in is at the old Zenith Mine off Mt. Helen Road in Fentress County. Take-out is at Leatherwood Ford on S.R. 297 near Oneida. The average drop is 22 and the difficulty is Class II.
Option A: $120
Option B: $100
Photo courtsey of NPS
Station Camp to Blue Heron Mine
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Distance 19 Miles
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Difficulty I-II ( Devils Jump IV)
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Average Drop 5
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Use Season F-W-Sp-Early Summer
A 19-mile run of mostly calm waters except for Devils Jump, which should be portaged at any water level. The portage is not marked. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the landmarks associated with the appraoch to each rapid.
The run typically takes two days to complete. Plenty of suitable camping locations can be found on either side of the river . Put-in is at Station Camp on Station Camp Road near Oneida and take-out is at the Blue Heron mining community near Stearns, Ky. The average drop is 5 and the difficulty is Class I-II.
Option A: $75
Option B: $65
YAMACRAW or ALUM FORD as takeout:
Option A or B : Additional $10
