The Cumberland Naturalist
Exploring nature and the outdoors in the heart of the Southeast.
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Welcome to the Cumberland Naturalist! This site aims to be your one-stop shop for news and information about nature, outdoor recreation, conservation and the nature-connected lifestyle in the heart of the Southeast. Primary focus is on the Cumberland region of Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia, and especially the central South Cumberland region near Chattanooga.
As the successor to the Nickajack Naturalist blog, the website is in its initial stages of development, with more features being planned.
Besides blog articles, check out the preliminary version of the Cumberland Trekker Outdoor Adventure Guide.
The road trip is a classic vacation that’s flexible and adventurous. It gives you the freedom to customize every detail, from where you stay to what you see and how far you go. If you’re...
The Chattanooga Outdoor Festival is bringing outdoor adventure to the heart of the scenic city! Head to the Historic Choo Choo Gardens on April 5th for an action-packed day filled with...
The City of Chattanooga Parks and Outdoors, in coordination with Red Bank Parks and Recreation, has temporarily closed portions of two trails at Stringer’s Ridge out of an abundance...
In 2017, Lookout Mountain Conservancy opened the South’s first public natural bouldering park. Today, Rockmont Park, located near Old Wauhatchie Trail, boasts 27 natural boulders spread...