Glendale Shoals Preserve

The Glendale Shoals Preserve was donated to SPACE in 1993 by Billy Tobias. The land consists of thirteen acres and is located at the old Glendale Mill on Lawson’s Fork Creek. The property is scenic, with a waterfall that cascades over a dam, and has significant plant, animal, and bird life. When the water is low, walk across the shoals, skip some rocks, and enjoy the view.

In addition to the scenic value of the property, the history of this area is significant. In the 1800’s the area was known as Bivingsville and was the site of a large cotton factory, the Glendale Mill, which also supported a local mill village.

Preserve Rules:

• Preserve is open from dawn to dusk.
• Place litter in trashcans or pack it out.
• No motorized vehicles.
• No hunting.
• No camping.
• No campfires.
• No firearms.
• No paintball.
• No climbing on bridges.
• No cutting of flowers, trees, plants.
• Pets must remain on a leash under owner’s control.
• Swim at your own risk- shoes required.