Where to see a American Black Bear in Tennessee

The American Black Bear is recorded in the counties of 34 Tennessee state parks (research-grade iNaturalist observations). Ranked by how often it is observed in each area:

1. Pickett State Park
2. Scott State Forest
3. Pickett State Park Fire Tower
4. Hiwassee/Ocoee Scenic River State Park
5. Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park
6. Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park
7. Roan Mountain State Park
8. Martha Sundquist State Forest
9. Big Ridge State Park
10. Norris Dam State Park
11. Cove Lake State Park
12. Stewart State Forest
13. Indian Mountain State Park
14. Henry Horton State Park
15. Montgomery Bell State Park
16. Harpeth River State Park
17. Warriors' Path State Park
18. Tims Ford State Park
19. Franklin-Marion State Forest
20. Prentice Cooper State Forest and Wildlife Ma
21. Bone Cave State Park
22. Rock Island State Park
23. South Cumberland State Park
24. Savage Gulf State Natural Area
25. Cumberland Mountain State Park

These are county-level records — the species is documented in the area around each park, which is a strong steer rather than a guarantee for the park itself.

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