National Public Lands Day

National Public Lands Day
All Facilities
4512 The Trace, Dover, TN 37058
Event Type: Friends of Land Between the Lakes
September 26, 2026
9:00 AM
5:00 PM

Swing by North or South Welcome Station and the Golden Pond Visitor Center to grab a free trash bag and gloves. Then head out for your adventure—whether you’re hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, or just exploring—and help keep LBL beautiful by picking up litter (yes, even those old tires you spot!). At the end of your day, simply drop off your filled bag on your way out.

  • This is a self-guided cleanup—perfect for families, friends, groups, or solo adventurers who want to leave the land better than they found it.
  • No pre-registration is required for this event, but to participate you must sign in (and grab your trash bag and gloves) Sign up at the following sites:
    • North Welcome Station; 1820 The Trace Rd, Grand Rivers, KY 42045
    • Golden Pond Visitor Center: 238 Visitor Center Dr, Golden Pond, KY 42211
    • South Welcome Station; 1268 The Trace, Dover, TN 37058

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