Farmstead Museum hours: Mon – Wed: 8:30AM – 3PM | Thurs – Sat: 9AM – 4:30PM
FYI: The Observation Tower at the end of Cliffside Trail will be closed until further notice.
All pets must be placed on a 6ft visible leash at all times when at the park. No pets are allowed in the animal habitat area.
  • Medicinal Mountain Herbs ~ Explore the botanical world of folk medicine while hiking

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    During a short hike, you will learn to identify common plants and a few recipes/preparation techniques for common medicinal plants. Pre-registration is required by calling the nature center at (423) 229-9447. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. Space is limited to 15. The program will be held in the picnic shelters. Group will meet […]

    $3.00
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    Nature Program – Pelt Encounter

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    Meet Ranger Rhonda in the Nature Center to learn about our region's native mammals. If you are brave enough, you can even pet some of their pelts! This is a drop-in program so please stop by anytime between 3:30 and 5.00 and stay as long as you like.

    Free
  • Nature Program – Snakes Alive

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    Learn about the different species of snakes that call BMP home. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $3 per person for non-members. This program will be limited to 15 people. Meet at the Herpetarium.  

    $3.00
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    Nature Program – Turtles At The Pond

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    Get to know the reptiles by seeing them up close and learn the secrets to their long lives. Meet at the Turtle Pond.

    Free
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    StarWatch

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    StarWatch Night viewing (StarWatch) is held each Saturday in the months of March, April, October & November, starting at dusk at the observatories. If poor weather, an alternate live presentation will occur in the planetarium theater. If good weather, visitors will be able to see celestial objects like the Moon, planets, star clusters, galaxies and […]

    Free
  • Nature Program – Amazing Earthworms

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    This program is designed for children of all ages. The program describes the importance of earthworms and what they do for the soil. During this program, guests have the opportunity to learn how to create their working earthworm farm by using supplies found around the home. The cost is $3.00 per person for non-members. Visit […]

    $3.00
  • Park After Dark – October Evening Programs

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    Explore Bays Mountain Park in a brand new light - after dark! It's Park After Dark and we invite families to experience the park during the night. We've got a full schedule of fun activities all across the park each night. For the first Park After Dark - Here's a list of some the events […]

    $10.00
  • Bays Mountain Yoga Hike

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    Join in Bays Mountain’s yoga program by participating in a Yoga Hike. This hike features a 1.7-mile moderate hike along Lakeside Trail that will take approximately one hour, yoga included. The trail bridges are utilized to teach standing yoga poses while challenging your strength, flexibility and balance. No mat is required. The hike will depart […]

  • Nature Program – A Bone To Pick

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    What can an animal's skull tell us? Find out the answer to this question and more during this program. 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 […]

    $3.00
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    StarWatch

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    StarWatch Night viewing (StarWatch) is held each Saturday in the months of March, April, October & November, starting at dusk at the observatories. If poor weather, an alternate live presentation will occur in the planetarium theater. If good weather, visitors will be able to see celestial objects like the Moon, planets, star clusters, galaxies and […]

    Free
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    Guided History Barge Ride

    Bays Mountain Park 853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN, United States

    Learn about Bays Mountain History while gliding around the lake in the early fall colors, a combination of two favorite activities at the park. Hear stories of the people who lived on the mountain before it was the park we know today. Moonshine stills, outhouse mishaps, and more! The barge leaves at 5 p.m. - […]

    $5.00
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Phone: 423.229.9447 | Fax: 423.224.2589