Park Happenings

crack in a rock with some green growing on it with a blue highlight

Early Birding

Birding Hiking Photography
Fri, Sep 04, 2026 at 7:30 AM to Fri, Sep 04, 2026 at 9:00 AM

Event Details

Birds come in many colors, patterns, shapes and sizes. Each comes with personality too! We have a mischievous black vulture roosting area, osprey perches, eagle flyways, green and great blue heron sieges, and the old mill has its own local murder of crows.

This birding opportunity is your chance to meet some of these local flocks. Ranger Garrison is an excellent resource if you are new to birding and want to learn the art of finding birds and focusing your binoculars or camera on them. So bring you binoculars or your camera, some water, sturdy shoes, and remember, birders don't wear white.

Hope to see you there!

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Event Host
Kristen Garrison
kristen.garrison@tn.gov
9313143427
Price
$0.00 Attendee
$5.00 Donation + Attendee
$5.00 Donation + Non Attendee

Please Remember: Schedules and events may change - contact the park or hike leader for more information.

Geolocation

35.811500876546, -85.638022278722

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Phone Reservations

1-888-867-2757

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Discover the rugged beauty of Rock Island State Park, encompassing over 2,000 acres at the headwaters of Center Hill Lake. This park is a natural wonderland where the Caney Fork River, the Collins River, and the Rocky River converge, creating stunning waterfalls and geological features. Visitors can explore scenic overlooks, hike along the Caney Fork River gorge, and discover the rich history of the area.

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