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New ADA-Accessible Overlook Open At Cummins Falls

Cummins Falls State Park has officially opened its new 3,600 square-foot wheelchair-accessible overlook. Park Manager Ray Cutcher said this is a major change from the small outcropping that only one of people could get to at a time. He said rugged terrain with roots and loose rocks that led to the overlook made it nearly impossible for someone with mobility ... Read More »

All-Terrain Wheelchair Coming To Cumberland Mountain Park

Cumberland Mountain State Park celebrated Tennessee Disability Advocacy Day by announcing a new all-terrain wheelchair is available for use. Park Manager Chip Hillis said many frequent visitors are prevented from experiencing the extent of the park’s beauty due to mobility limitations. He said the wheelchair has a four-wheel drive feature that will allow disabled visitors to hike remote trails that ... Read More »

$630K Block Grant To Fund A Greenway Trail Along Obed River

An ADA-accessible greenway trail along Crossville’s Obed River will be constructed with a $630,000 state grant. Crossville City Manager Greg Wood said the project is part of a much larger trail-building plan. This portion will pave the greenway from Centennial Park to make outdoor activity available for those with disabilities. “We have a large portion retired in the community, both ... Read More »