Scott’s Gulf Wilderness Park Honors Local Supporters
The Friends of Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park hosting an Appreciation Day Saturday to celebrate local supporters and elect a new board of directors. Park Manager Stuart Carroll said the event serves as a way for visitors and park staff to share ideas while showing gratitude for the work the friends group has accomplished. Carroll […]
Commissioners Conflicted On Paving Welch’s Point Road
A proposal to pave part of the road leading to Welch’s Point sparked debate among White County Commissioners this week. White County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said Welch’s Point Road is a county road, but not fully paved. He added that the state is willing to pave the two miles closest to Welch’s Point, while […]
Scott’s Gulf Expected To Make Immediate Economic Impact
Sparta-White County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Brent Young said the build out of Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park will have a positive economic impact. The park officially opened as the state’s 60th park last week. Young said he believes Scott’s Gulf will bring visitors from all over the country. “I think it’s gonna involve […]
Scott’s Gulf Celebrates Grand Opening
White County leaders, state leaders and various agencies gathered at Welch’s Point Overlook on Friday to dedicate the opening of Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park. Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park spans over 9,500 acres and unites Virgin Falls State Natural Area with Dog Cove and Lost Creek Natural Area. Park Manager Stuart Carroll said the […]
Chamber Office To Host Scott’s Gulf Visitor Center
White County will partner with Tennessee State Parks to house the Scott’s Gulf Wilderness Visitors Center at the new Chamber Office. County Executive Denny Wayne Robinson said it will take some time to build out the infrastructure at the park. Robinson said the partnership made sense for both sides. “They are gonna essentially keep our […]
Day Hikes At Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park Starts The New Year
Hikers can get their new year started with a pair of guided day hikes through Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park. Park Manager Stuart Carroll said he will lead a five-mile hike on New Year’s Eve, with a more strenuous hike on New Year’s Day. Ranger Allen Reynolds will lead the second hike nine miles up […]
Design Work Underway On White County’s New State Park
TDEC’s Deputy Commissioner said changes being made to what will eventually be Scott’s Gulf Wilderness State Park in White County would be noticeable this time next year. Greer Tidwell said the state park system is currently hiring park rangers. He said TDEC would also be adding amenities to the area like a visitor’s center, bathrooms, […]
