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    Fall Creek Falls State Park

    4.4 (157 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Balcony and lake view from lodge
    Grace D.

    You can easily see why this is one of the most visited state parks!! It's huge, for one, with lots of hiking trails that highlight the key features of the park, think lots of waterfalls!! Most are visible from overlooks with short hikes, and for the more adventurous, there are treks to the bottom of the namesake falls, a cable trail (bring leather gloves, carabiner, possibly climbing gear) to Rockhouse Falls, or longer trails like the Paw Paw loop, Overlook trail, or even the Prater Place for a hidden Hemlock Falls. I also stayed in the lodge, which was fantastic! The rooms were well equipped, comfortable, and had great features like balconies. The view at the restaurant over the lake was beautiful, especially at sunset. The fisherman style cabins have decks literally on the water, so that looked like a must see at some point, too!! Couple of other hits: pet friendly rooms, pet friendly trails, golf course, cabins, fire pit and pool at lodge, Nature Center, and Visitor Center!

    Joe C.

    One of the most beautiful waterfalls I've ever seen. If you're traveling between Kentucky and Atlanta, I highly recommend stopping by Fall Creek Falls State Park. A few tips I want to share: 1.There's no admission fee. You can enjoy this incredible view thoroughly for free. 2.The park is enormous. If you're using GPS, do not search "Fall Creek Falls State Park." Like me, you might end up in the middle of the park with no clear direction to the falls. Instead, search for "Base of Fall Creek Falls" to go directly to the waterfall area. It's also a great place to relax, with a resort-like atmosphere and a beautifully maintained golf course. If you need a refreshing break, definitely consider visiting this park.

    Fall Creek Falls from viewpoint

    Beautiful Fall that's easily accessible from parking lot for viewing. Drive around park is very relaxing and scenic. Take a little extra time and enjoy lunch at the restaurant at the lodge. Our food and service were excellent while being reasonably priced. Only 90 min from Knoxville this makes for an excellent day trip!

    Sandra H.

    What a beautiful national park. So much to do. We made a day trip but many options for an overnight stay. We did the suspension bridge trail. Beautiful view of the falls and the swimming hole but the bridge is not for the faint of heart. You think it's ok until you are in the middle and it's starts rocking. It's safe but definitely affects your equilibrium. The views are worth it!

    Jeannie W.

    Nice little hike down to the waterfall, took both dogs with us. The terrain gets more difficult the lower you go, or the closer you want to get to the bottom of the waterfall. There are some parts of the hike that are strenuous so you just have to test it out and see how far you're willing to go. We went to the bottom but not all the way to the bottom of the waterfall as that's a steep climb down. It was a decent hike, weather was lovely. Definitely wouldn't do this hike if it were raining as the rocks and dirt can get slippery. Would definitely recommend seeing this lovely view even if it's just viewing from the top of the waterfall.

    Campground B, site B63.

    Campground B, site B63. Hiked the woodland trail, saw the beautiful falls, swam in the cascades falls, so nice! When we were there in August '25, though, the entire park had no water, so all the restrooms were closed! It was also very hot and we were tent camping.

    Melissa B.

    Sunday, June 30th went to Fall Creek Falls State Park in Spencer, TN with hubby Tony Vanoy , Kayla Beth Fields , Joshua Hunt & Deacon Hunt. The park was lovely with full sunshine and medium water flow...I wish the flow of the fall was heavier for them but it was still extremely beautiful!!! The park is very lovely and free to enjoy!!!

    Fall Creek Falls main fall.
    Curt G.

    This Park is a hidden gem off the beaten path. While visiting Nashville, we decided to drive a little over 2 hours to FCF. We don't regret it. Ample parking. Friendly people. Secured trails. Thanks, Tennessee.

    Snack bar in the park
    Theresa E.

    Amazing park full of beautiful views. The waterfall was stunning, one of the highest waterfalls in the eastern United States at 265 feet. It would be easy to spend a couple days in this park. Hiking, swimming and enjoying nature. The park has 222 campsites in five different areas. All sites have tables, grills, water, and electricity and are served by six bathhouses. Cabins are also available. Hiking, biking, fishing, boating and rock climbing etc etc etc. We did plenty of touring and wrapped things up at the snack bar.

    Rosa H.

    These parks are incredibly well maintained. The visitor centers are brand new, clean and beautiful.

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    Stayed for a weekend conference, chef Dillan knocked it out of the park. Must see waterfalls, quiet rooms, clean environment, great stay.

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    Beautiful. Peaceful. Bathrooms could be cleaner. Swimming pool nice. Lots of large spaces for Pups and RVs.

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    Ask the Community - Fall Creek Falls State Park

    Can you see the waterfall without having to take too far of a hike?

    You certainly can! The park's namesake waterfall is visible from an overlook next to a parking lot. The same is true for most of the other waterfalls in the park.

    Several people told me there are more snakes at fall creek falls then most places is this true?

    While we were hiking around the lake we did see one snake out on a low branch over the water getting some sun. We also saw another small one swimming in the lake near the dam - and then watched as a fish ate it - very cool.… 

    Is there rv camping there?

    Yes there is!

    Are dogs allowed?

    Yes they are. Here are the rules for public areas. Additional rules apply for campgrounds, cabins, inns and certain trails:… 

    My husband and I have two kids, 7 and 5. What kind of cabins/rooms are available and what's the price?

    Hannah, thanks for reaching out! We actually have 30 cabins at Fall Creek Falls State Park that allow you to stay within the park. You can find all the info you need in terms of sleeping and pricing here:… 

    We are coming to Tennessee next weekend and want to do hiking is it open to the public or do we have to camp?

    Yes, this park is open to the public. You do not have to camp in order to enjoy the park. We look forward to your visit!

    Is this an over night camp out?

    yes it is... there are plenty of areas to camp and there are also places you can get rooms or cabins.

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    Review Highlights - Fall Creek Falls State Park

    When the weather is warm, can't beat ending a hike with a swim in the little falls by the nature center.

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    Burgess Falls State Park

    Burgess Falls State Park

    4.8(81 reviews)
    26.6 mi

    This is Burgess Falls, another state park located in Central Tennessee sitting 12 miles northwest…read moreof the town of Sparta, TN. There's a 3/4 of a mile out and back hike called the River Trail that leads to 4 different waterfall lookout points comprising Burgess Falls SP. Waterfall #1 - The Cascades. Sort of the introduction area to the park. Waterfall #2 - First Falls. A quick glance at a 30 foot high waterfall section. But nothing special, imo. When Continuing on the trail, you'll cross over a wooden bridge and follow up a staircase. Now at... Waterfall #3 - Middle Falls... Middle Falls is 80 feet high and partially obstructed by trees and branches having grown over time. *Side Note*.... I wish park services would do some forest cutting for everyone to enjoy clearer views of the park's waterfalls. Entrance right now is free. I'd suggest charging a small fee and using that money to pay for some grooming. A lot of the observation points can't be fully appreciated. Just me venting a little, lol. Waterfall #4 - Burgess Falls... Burgess falls is the centerpiece highlight of the park. Standing at 136 feet from top to bottom, Burgess Falls can absolutely be dramatic, but still natural excess forest maturation disrupts full visibility of the falls. I did read that kayaking at the bottom of Burgess Falls is the most interactive way to come face to face with this statuesque waterfall. You can rent kayaks at Cane Hollow Recreation Area, located at the end of Cane Hollow Road. It's about 10 minutes from Burgess Falls. You can end the River Trail hike at the Top of Burgess for a panoramic overlook of the rugged gorge the falls splash down into from high above. It's another quick stop and go area before returning back towards the trailhead. Overall, Burgess Falls was a muted experience for me, but still has potential to be a rewarding visit if park authorities can maintain the inevitable growing forest hindrances that negate special moments at the waterfall overlooks.

    This park touts the largest waterfall east of the Mississippi River (sans Niagara), and it did NOT…read moredisappoint! First: be prepared to hike a little. It's about a mile in to get to this part, but worth every step. Plus, there are several lessor falls en route to the main event. They were breathtaking even for a low- flow season like September. I imagine these falls roar to life early spring with the mountain thaws. There's a dirt road that allows for less strenuous hiking than the woodsy areas if you're brush averse and don't want to be as much of a Billy goat, but eventually you have to hike a little ways to the observation points on the trail, so bear that in mind. Fun excursion for the whole family!

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    Burgess Falls State Park - Lower falls

    Lower falls

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    Cummins Falls State Park

    Cummins Falls State Park

    4.4(110 reviews)
    42.5 mi

    You need a permit to walk all the way down to the falls and it is a very challenging hike. They…read morelimit the amount sold so it does sell out. The gorge does flood so def watch the safetyvide. we wouldn't have made it without out hiking poles. It was my first time using them but theybare game changer for hills and uneven terrain. We had to cross a river ... not creek. Climbing over rocks and boulders. River rocks are sooo slippery. Shoes should have good tread. This was challenging and truthful doubt I'd do it again. Water was cold. But falls are beautiful.

    Cummins Falls State Park is located 10 miles north of the town of Cookeville, in Central Tennessee…read more Can you go swimming at Cummins Falls??? Of course you can! It's a 1 mile hike down to the bottom of a gorge to reach a swimming hole Travel and Leisure Magazine rates...as one of the "10 Best in the United States"! It's $7 to gain access to the gorge. You can purchase passes online ahead of time at tnstateparks.com. Or, you can buy passes inside the Visitor Center the day of, but they allot only 200 tickets per day so depending upon the time of year, passes can sell out quickly especially during peak summers. Now...there is a waterfall overlook to check out but I think it'd be more worthwhile to get to Cummins Falls ASAP before the crowds arrive and you can always visit the lookout on the return trip back up towards the trailhead. Once you reach the river area, it's 6/10th's of a mile remaining until you arrive at the falls. Also, make sure to hang towards the left while hiking beside the river and (imo) it's imperative to be wearing water shoes as the creek is filled with sharp rocks and water levels reaching shin high. While hiking to Cummins Falls, you really get a sense for being in the heart of nature. I enjoyed the setting. Approaching the falls, it's 75 feet of cascading waters flowing down the cliffside and ideal for swimming. Best of all, visitors can climb the rocks and explore at their leisure making for an adventurous experience. Of course, it's a rite of passage to finish the experience in style by going swimming. The park opens at 8am. I'd suggest arriving as early as possible before it gets busy. The park closes at 6pm but there's a clearly stated sign that visitors must exit the gorge area by 5pm. One extra note...lifeguards are on duty at Cummins Falls throughout the day. When returning back up towards the trailhead, now head over to the lookout platform getting to admire Cummins Falls from high above. It makes for a photogenic perspective and is a clear reminder of why the great outdoors can be so special. Right nearby Cummins Falls SP are more local waterfalls to check out including...Fall Creek Falls, Burgess Falls, Ozone Falls, Virgin Falls, Piney Falls and Stinging Fork Falls, just to name a few.

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    Cummins Falls State Park - Another small falls on the walk

    Another small falls on the walk

    Cummins Falls State Park - This is Cummins Falls State Park located 10 miles outside Cookeville, Tennessee. It's a terrific park for swimming in the great outdoors.

    This is Cummins Falls State Park located 10 miles outside Cookeville, Tennessee. It's a terrific park for swimming in the great outdoors.

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