Meet in the Nature Center near the Gift Shop. The program will be held rain or shine; dress for the weather. Depending on weather and what is blooming, the program may take up to two hours and may cover 2-3 miles. Come out, enjoy the spring weather, and get to know some of our local […]
Get to know these reptiles by seeing them up close and learn the secrets to their long lives. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center the day of the program. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 12 people. Meet at the […]
Work alongside park staff helping remove trash from trails and working around the animal habitats. K-3rd girls get to pick up trash along the parks many trails. 4th-5th grade girls get to work in the Bobcat and Fox Habitats. Space is limited for the 4th-5th grade group. Pre-registration is required for both projects by calling […]
Spring is full of life. While we spend more time outdoors, we may come across young wildlife that appear "abandoned." During these sessions, you can learn some tips/pointers about what to do if you find young wildlife. Pre-registration is required by calling the Nature Center at (423) 229-9447. The cost is $3 per person for […]
Meet in the main parking lot (near the bathrooms) at Laurel Run Park at 10 AM. The program will be held rain or shine; dress for the weather. Depending on weather and what is blooming, we may take up to two hours and may walk 2-3 miles. Come out, enjoy the spring weather, and get […]
Come out and explore the reservoir. Park guests are required to bring their own boat/SUP (stand up paddle board), and paddle along with a Type III PFD (personal flotation device). Park guests can unload water crafts near the upper portion of the dam. Pre-registration is required by calling the Nature Center at (423) 229-9447. Cost […]
Get down and dirty identifying these interesting organisms found throughout the park. The length of hikes will depend on what is out. Hikes may cover a half-mile to two or three miles maybe more. Hikes will take place around Lakeside Trail and Lake Road. Pre-registration is required by calling the park’s Nature Center at (423)229-9447. […]
*Due to weather Bays Mountain has moved Kids at Bays to Sunday. The park will be still be open on Saturday with regular programming. Sunday, April 25th is all about the kiddos. It's Kids at Bays! Bring the whole clan for a series of events from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. We'll have big trucks in the […]
It's another one of our favorite Nature series of the year as we share the story of fawns this weekend. Spring is full of life. While we spend more time outdoors, we may come across young wildlife that appear "abandoned." During these sessions, you can learn some tips/pointers about what to do if you find […]
Spend a spring evening hiking and enjoying a sunset along River Mountain Road.. Trails used for this hike are rated moderate to advanced. There will be some elevation change along the last seven tenths of the hike. The hike will be led by a park guide. The guide will talk about park history and wildlife […]
Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center the day of the program. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 12 people. Meet at the Amphitheater. Please practice proper social distancing. This program is a part of the park's 50th Anniversary Celebration.
Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center the day of the program. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 12 people. Meet in front of the Nature Center. This program will take place outside. This program is part of the park's 50th […]
853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN 37660
Phone: 423.229.9447 | Fax: 423.224.2589
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