Learn about this clever, cunning, solitary hunter who inhabits a diverse range of ecosystems, including those found in our region. 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, this program is limited to 12 people. Meet at the […]
Spend time, with a naturalist, hiking around viewing the bold colors of the parks wildflowers. 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 […]
Learn how to identify animals by the signs they leave behind. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. Tickets are required and can be purchased at the Nature Center the day of the program. This program is part of the 50th Anniversary Celebration.
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 […]
Enjoy the beauty of the Bays Mountain Reservoir while the secrets of aquatic animals are revealed. Meet at the barge. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $5 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 15 […]
~ Many hands make light work. Help the park get ready for summer. This is a free program but pre-registration is required. Main focus will be removing brush along the parking lots, outside of the Nature Center, and into the animal habitat area. Please bring your own work gloves, water to drink, and a mask. […]
Enjoy the beauty of the Bays Mountain Reservoir while the secrets of aquatic animals are revealed. Meet at the barge. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $5 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 15 […]
Enjoy the beauty of the Bays Mountain Reservoir while the secrets of aquatic animals are revealed. Meet at the barge. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. The cost is $5 per person for non-members. For public health and safety purposes, this program will be limited to 15 […]
- Enjoy the bright colors of spring viewing wildflowers while hiking around the park with a naturalist. 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 the weather and what is blooming, we may […]
Spring is full of life. While we spend more time outdoors, we may come across young wildlife that appear "abandon." 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. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. […]
Meet in the parking lot at Exchange Place off Orebank Rd at 10 AM; the one with the large gate. 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. A portion of the […]
Explore the mysteries of North American's wild cat and how this adaptable predator inhabits various terrains. Tickets can be purchased in the Nature Center on the day of the program. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. For public health and safety, this program will be limited to 12 people. Meet at the Bobcat Habitat. […]
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, this program will be limited to 12 people. Meet at the Amphitheater. This program is part of the park's 50th Anniversary Celebration and Earth Day.
Spend the evening listening to the natural symphony of the frogs that call BMP home. As the park kicks off its 50th Anniversary, enjoy 50 different programs throughout the year. Frog Talk can help you obtain your goal. The cost is $5 per person for non-members and pre-registration is required by calling (423) 229-9447. Meet […]
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. Cost is $3 per person for non-members. […]
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 […]
MTNCE BLDG PARKING LOT/LK RD PICNIC SHELTERS - BIKE DAYS AT BAYS Hosted by SORBA, the event is filled with education, maintenance seminars, and group rides. Free admission with pre-registration. Visit sorba-tricities.org for more information.
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 […]
853 Bays Mountain Park Road, Kingsport, TN 37660
Phone: 423.229.9447 | Fax: 423.224.2589
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