I will have to go back again to see the gorgeous sights of the Yahoo Falls. However the sun was…read moregetting close to setting so myself and my hiking buddy (aka my dog) we went the overlook and what a gorgeous site that is to see. That overlook area is to the left of the hiking trail and just for a minute you get to take in the beauty that nature gives us and forget everything else. I hope to visit again in the spring with the pupper to see the magnificent sight of the Yahoo Falls and Arch

Very pretty dog friendly hike. Luckily it was a rainy day so the waterfall was flowing. It's the…read moretallest waterfall in Kentucky.

Never been on a hike before, but this was awesome! It has an amazing view of the valley, I highly…read morerecommend this place!

Cumberland Park is one of my favorite state parks to visit. We have visited twice and loved it both…read moretimes. The first visit we stayed during covid in December so it was just our group of 4 and one other couple staying in the resort. It was nice because it felt so private. We stayed in the resort rooms and we were surprised with how nice they are. Everything was clean. It was a bit small but we made it work. The second visit we stayed in their cabins and preferred it more. we got 2 bedrooms and each one had 2 beds so all of us slept comfortably. I loved that the cabin comes with a full kitchen and table so we spent our night playing board games. The park itself has so much to do. There are tons of hiking trails, horseback riding and even boat tours that take you up close to the waterfall. You have to go to the Moon bow at least once in your lifetime. It's when the moon hits the water at the right angle and you see a rainbow at night. It is a cool experience but it does get really crowded so you may want to come early. Cumberland Falls gave me unrealistic expectations for state parks because this what I feel like most state parks should be like.

Stopped by here on a whim, and was so pleased! The river was really up, leading to a rather…read moreimpressive flow down the falls. The trail was a bit slick, but really just strolled to hit the different overlooks for different angles of the surging waters. Snagged a sundae from the snack shop and some gifts from the shop. They have some animals and small exhibits in the Visitor's Center as well. Free to stop, loved seeing the falls! Apparently the only place to see a Moonbow near the full moon in the Western Hemisphere, so that's pretty special!

We were only in the area for a few hours and a NP guide, Logan, recommended this hike because its…read moreshorter and it was getting late in the day. It was AWESOME!!!!! Im a little afraid of heights, and we did the trail counter clockwise. Im glad because if I had seen the arches from below first, I might have been scared to walk across them. On top of the first arch, on a very windy day, my brain saw the trees moving near the edge and it gave me a feeling that the ground was moving! We also went to the top of the 2nd arch, and we're rewarded with gorgeous views for miles in all directions. The pit toilets were very clean, and dare I say pleasantly scented? However there was no water, so pack sanitizer and extra water. It was 90 degrees in March! The dirt road to the trailhead was a little busy, be careful on blind corners and keep an eye out for mules pulling wagons. Gold star if you pull over and let the dust settle before they pass you by. I hope the rest of the park is as awe inspiring as this. We plan to cone back for a longer stay so we see more.

We took the Twin Arches Short Loop ( about 1.1 mi). I would recommend taking the loop clockwise,…read morethat way you see the arches and then explore around them, and the you take the stairs up onto the rocky arches and walk back to the parking area. The stairs are wooden, and so might be slippery when wet. The trail itself is pretty well marked and obvious even on the areas of bare rock. I didn't see any wildlife on my hike. The arches themselves are GORGEOUS. I don't think the photos do them justice. There's lots of nooks and crannies at the bases to explore too, almost cave-like at times. At the trailhead there's vault toilets (no running water-bring hand sanitizer!), a map of the trail, and picnic tables with warnings about not leaving food out as it attracts bears. Overall, this hike isn't too strenuous and the views are well worth it!

Really neat camp sites, but hardly anyone there. Advertise…read morea bit and it would fill up.

Words cannot begin to accurately describe this heaven on earth. With all the amenities of home, a…read moregently whispering creek in your own back yard, fireplace, Jacuzzi, boardgames, movies, and a marvelous collection of classic short stories and novels. With Big South Fork only miles away and Cumberland Falls just a little bit further this is the most optimal, affordable, and truly magnificent place to make the world go away. Bravo Mary and Randy Ross...hope to visit your place often.

This is a really nice state park. It has good trails for running/hiking. The camp ground has 2…read moreloops and is nice. One loop is on Norris lake and offers fishing and boating. There's also a small separate lake for non-motorized craft. You can rent kayaks or bring your own for a small fee. Note that the segregated lake does not permit inflatable craft. There are several picnic pavilions and tables throughout the park. The swimming area is nice and has a paved bottom that slopes in towards a platform for jumping off etc. the bottom of the swim area can be slippery. There are also cabins for rent that look nice though we didn't stay in one. It's about 45 minutes from Knoxville. It's worth a visit.

It's a great park for younger children to swim they got concrete bottom fenced off from rest of…read morelake from 1 ft to about 3ft for smaller children

Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area is a wonderful location for getting away for the…read moreweekend, or linger. They have individual campsites and group campsites with a pavilion and restrooms with showers, and a group campfire area. It is a beautiful area and perfect for people traveling with horses that line to camp and ride. Follow me on Yelp for more things to see and do in East Tennessee.

If you like the Red River George?this it's Big Big brother…read more We spent 3 days hiking & enjoyed ever bit of it. Place is well known for white water rafting. Only drawback was, We here early April & lots of stores were open for season yet.

Very cool place awesome hike. Dipping in the water on a hot day was amazing. All kinds of beautiful…read morenature and sounds. Brought a publix sub from florida to enjoy out here

Rock Island State Park has a strange layout but is jam-packed with interesting sites. If you stop…read morein the Visitor Center, they have maps and written directions on how to hit the highlights easily. You can view different falls, cascades, flow stones, and more from short distance strolls to overlooks, or delve deeper into the gorge for a closer view. Swimming is not permitted except in certain areas, so take notice, people have drowned here. Be careful when hiking and exploring the floor of the gorge as the dam can release water with limited warning. That being said, the Twin Falls and Great Falls are lovely, and the diverse landscape keeps the walk extremely interesting! Me and the dog did the Upstream and Downstream trails on the Twin Falls side, and the Gorge Trail on the Great Falls side, and while Dianne, they are steep and slippery, so wear proper shoes!

our early season stay at Sheltowee Adventure Resort was top notch. the facilities were warm, clean,…read moreand accommodating and the property has so much to offer. the staff were helpful and incredibly friendly the entire time, including booking a shuttle over the phone, checkin processes, and shuttle to our section hike of the Sheltowee Trace Trail. a special shout out to Dale our shuttle driver who was especially kind and personable.

I booked the Cumberland Below the Falls Whitewater Rafting trip expecting a real rafting…read moreexperience. Instead, the water was so low that our raft constantly got stuck on rocks, making the trip frustrating, unsafe, and nothing like what was advertised. At the very beginning of the trip, our guide Johnny even told us that the American Whitewater Association recommends a minimum of 400 ft water flow for rafting but that day it was only 250 ft. In other words, they knowingly took customers out in conditions that were below safe standards. When I asked for a refund, the company refused. Instead, they offered me a 50% discount on a future trip in an entirely different state in 2026 which is irrelevant and unacceptable. In their own follow-up email, the company admitted that Johnny was frustrated with the low water levels and that the trip was disappointing. This company clearly cares more about taking your money than providing a good customer experience. If you're looking for a real rafting adventure and a company that values its customers, I strongly recommend booking elsewhere.