Cumberland River Cumberland River The Cumberland River is a major waterway of the Southern United States. The river drains almost of southern Kentucky and north-central Tennessee. The river flows generally west from a source in the Appalachian Mountains to its confluence with the Ohio River near Paducah, Kentucky, and the mouth of the Tennessee River. Major tributaries include the Obey, Caney Fork, Stones, and Red rivers. Although the Cumberland River basin is predominantly rural, there are also some large cities on the river, including Nashville and Clarksville, both in Tennessee. In addition, the river system has been extensively developed for flood control,
South Cumberland State Park 93 backcountry campsites throughout the park. South Cumberland State Park South Cumberland State Park is a state park in the middle and southeast portions of Tennessee on the Cumberland Plateau. The park is one of Tennessee's newer state parks. It is a collection of 10 areas in four counties. Distinct areas contained within the park include: Savage Gulf State Natural Area has been named as a National Natural Landmark. Crossing in and out of the park's various sections, the Fiery Gizzard Trail is renowned for its beauty and diversity. Camping may done at the park's Foster Falls Campground, which includes