This is kind of a strange park as several sites are distributed widely but considered under the…read moresame umbrella. I visited several, including their headquarters with a wounded hawk at the entrance, a rainforest-y loop trail, and a splendid-looking waterfall. Individually, the sites were nice but not the best the state has to offer, but when one considers the sum total of various environs and the fact that Tennessee state parks do not charge admission, I struggle to criticize. I noted that a park ranger gently pushed someone to leash their dog on the trail without getting into a confrontation.

Denny Cove Falls trail is a wonderful, moderate hike. Out & back to a gorgeous waterfall. The trail…read moreis well marked and maintained. It's a long gravel road to the parking lot dedicated just to this particular trailhead.

Unable to access park as it had construction fence all around. False advertising as the park is not…read moreopen.

Nice local little park for my grand daughter. Excellent design to stir up the imagination of a…read more3&1/2 year old. She has so much fun that she didn't want to leave. We'll definitely be going back for more play time in a well layed out design for children's safe experience.

Twin falls was the best fall we saw on our visit of TN waterfalls. If you look carefully you will…read moresee that the water is coming out from the rock on the side of the gorge. It's actually leaking through the rocks from the reservoir on the other side. So it's partially a man made fall. The rock here is porous so this is basically a leak... The good news is that it is a steady and dependable fall, even when other falls are just trickles.

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

Drost Park aka "Dead Children's Playground"…read more I watched an episode of a paranormal show once and this location piqued my curiosity. I googled to see its location and we included it in our itinerary when we visited the South. The area is somewhat hidden and if you're not looking for it you won't be able to find it. We drove past an old cemetery to get to the area and the first thing we noticed is a covered section with picnic benches... like a picnic area. The playground area is in a little cove, not very deep, just slightly below, and there are steps to take you down. The locals call it Dead Children's Playground. There are rumors of the playground being home to spirits, dead children spirits. It's been investigated by many paranormal groups, from amateurs to pros. I can't remember the show I saw this episode from but if you search YouTube for "dead children's playground" you'll find other people's video clips and "investigations" posted on there. Supposedly, (from the paranormal show and internet stories) that in 1960's, a series of child disappearances cases were reported in Huntsville. With none of them turning up, it was suspected that an unknown person from the neighborhood killed the children. According to the local legend the spirits of children buried in the cemetery come out late at night to play on the playground. Swings move on their own, ghostly figures are seen on the equipment, and disembodied voices, laughter, and screams can be heard. They're especially very active between 10p to 3a which was well past most kids' bedtimes. Is it haunted?? The verdict: So far, I have not been able to document or find any proof that there is activity in the playground because none of the children came out to play with me. I'm sure Ryan M (San Antonio TX) can! Still fun to visit, though. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Happy "ghost" haunting! Review #1859

Dead Children's Playground is a small playground that is just east of the Maple Hill Cemetery and…read moreadjacent to the cemetery. It is a sparse array of playground equipment, mostly swings. If you park near section 40 of the cemetery, it is a short walk up a low-ish hill. I've read where the children's ghosts come out to play between 10 PM and 3 AM and that the ghosts were either ghosts of Huntsville children abducted in the 1960s or who died from influenza during the Huntsville flu epidemic of 1918 and are buried in Maple Hill Cemetery, right around where the playground is today. The ghosts of these children are said to come out and play on the equipment. Some people who have visited Dead Children's Playground have witnessed some very strange things, including swings moving on their own, and many also reported hearing the sounds of laughter and children calling out. Some people have discovered orbs of light in their Dead Children's Playground photos after having them developed. I'm not a paranormal fan and this playground is, as my sister would say, a "nothing burger" in my opinion. I've been to this playground in the daylight, since the cemetery closes at dusk, and I never saw the swings swinging themselves, or heard children's voices and laughter. If you are a paranormal fan or an expert in paranormal, this playground may be interesting to you. For me, it is a "been there a couple of times and don't need to return" place. The times I went to this playground, there were no living children playing on the small playground and no paranormal activity.

Lovely little park with killer views of the Tennessee River and Scotsboro AL in the distance…read more Nothing to do other than the view, but it's a really nice one. The restrooms were great, well-stocked, and cleaner than most parks I have been to. Kudos for that park people! It's worth a stop if you are in the area. Gotta soak it all up when you can, folks. '26 - 122

Stopping here is a no brainer. It's just a quick turn off a long highway into a small parking lot…read morethat has a short walking path and an outstanding viewpoint overlooking a huge lake with mountains and trees all around. If you like taking a break from driving, looking at big lakes, mountains and trees at the same time, and listening to chirping birds and getting fresh air, this is your spot. Spend 5 mins getting a pic, or meditate in the grass for hours and get your chakras balanced and what have you. Easy to see. Worth seeing. Pull in and take a look for yourself.

Absolutely stunning walk in nature. I highly recommend this easy 3 mile in and out hike. It's…read morewaterfall heaven! I should have counted to see how many waterfalls there were; I am curious to know how many I saw today. The museum is nice as well. There is also camping, playground, picnic area and large ceremonial Indian field.

Great park with beautiful waterfalls! I came here right before the hurricane so the there was not…read moreas much water and but it was still beautiful! The hike is super easy and very kid friendly! We had brought water shoes so we could dip our feet into the lake! It was lots of fun! We will definitely be back! Very scenic and fun!

Great state park. Excellent camping! Very clean and staff was great. There are some great hiking…read moretrails. If you are hiking to the falls, be aware when you climb down all those stairs, you have to climb up them to get back to the rim. The west Rim trail is great as well, not quite as strenuous as the tail to the falls.

So many great trails to choose from here! There are some that aren't super advanced and have a…read morequick route and others that might take you several hours.

My partner and I talked about it, and we would rate it a 5! The bed was nice and comfortable and we…read moreloved the recommendation for the High Point! The steak was great!

EVERYONE NEEDS TO VISIT MILLER FALLS in gorgeous Smokey Mountains!…read more Beautiful woods, creeks, rock climbing, camping, and brilliant weather. Campgrounds are clean, lots of amenities, and campground owners are super kind people! We stayed for 4 nights, and our campsite was $48/night before tax. We initially booked through HipCamp, but I'll definitely be booking with the owner directly (www.TNwaterfallgetaway.com) for all future visits to their campground! My fiance and I booked the TrampEase Tree Tent - one of seven beautiful, hand-built campsites that range from primitive to full-on glamping. Our campsite was a mix of both. It included an elevated yurt tent, fire pit, round table, 2 folding camping chairs, and a private composting toilet in a nearby outhouse. Not to mention a flowing creek less than 50 feet from the yurt! The tranquil sound of the creek flowing 24/7 was even better than sleep-sounds on my Google Home. LOL! Most of the campsites have drive-up access, though if you have a car that's particularly low to the ground (like a small sedan) you may not want to risk driving over the rocky road. We brought with us a 1" inflatable mattress pad, along with a sleeping bag, and 2 thick, warm blankets. Despite being mid-May, the average temps during our visit were 60-70 F during the day, and a chilly 40-45 F at night. Brilliant weather for snuggling, but we would have regretted not bringing a few extra blankets. Lots of hiking and trails to explore on their property, and at least a mile of rugged creek terrain that makes for a fun, albeit challenging day of rock climbing. Well worth it for the stunning views of the waterfalls, canyons, and mountainsides. There are also trails and lakes nearby for hiking, kayaking, and a number of other outdoor attractions in Tracy City. The owners, Grant & Becky, were such friendly people. My fiance and I had a lovely chat with them about philanthropy, community outreach, homestead farming, and more. They are warm, kind, and welcoming to people of all ages, races, religions, genders, identities, abilities, backgrounds, perspectives, and ideologies. They have done a lot of traveling and business throughout their lives, and now they are semi-retired in the rolling hills of Tennessee. Speaking of ability - the majority of the glamping sites have tents that are elevated from the ground; some, like the one we stayed in, required climbing a 10 foot ladder to enter/exit the tent. There are some other sites though that are more accessible with tents low to the ground, or primitive sites where you can pitch your own tent. Contact the owner (www.tnwaterfallgetaway.com/contact) to ask about the best accommodation options for you. They offer great amenities and fun activities around the property during your stay. The owners are big on being self-sufficient, so they love to offer fun learning experiences regarding farming, gardening, and homesteading. They also enjoy metal work and have some cool art pieces around their property. We even did a welding project (for a small fee) and made an original piece of art as a keepsake from our trip! You can also get some convenience items from the owners for a fee: firewood bundles, champagne & ice, property tours, guided tours of their city, and more. HIGHLIGHT OF OUR TRIP: Grant was also kind enough to swing by our campsite one morning to ask if we had any interest in bees! He has a few hives and some extra gear, so we got an up-close look into the hives! It was absolutely mesmerizing! And if all that weren't enough, their website www.TNwaterfallgetaway.com is chock-full of great tips for local hiking, waterfall views, kayaking, dining, and more! We had such a lovely time enjoying the outdoors, and look forward to going back for another visit!

I've been to the much larger Natural Bridge in Virginia…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/natural-bridge-national-historic-landmark-natural-bridge-2?hrid=BW-LOgIsnvp2zGahAQ0Lxg but that one is just so touristy! They have a massive gift shop and you have to buy tickets and all sorts. This Natural Bridge in Tennessee is much more mild. Sure, it's a little smaller but there's no tour guide, there aren't many signs and there definitely isn't a gift shop for buying tshirts. A couple of miles off the interstate, at the end of Natural Bridge Road, there's a small turnaround for parking. Follow the sign down the steps and you can't miss the stone arch. You do have to walk over it to get underneath. This natural area is not handicapped accessible and is not step free. The stone bridge itself is uneven walking and only about three feet wide with no railing. Hold children carefully because it's a 20-30 foot drop. If you're able, the structure of this natural arch is amazing. Please don't litter. There are no trash cans here so if you bring it in, take it out! And yes, that includes you with the tea lights in little aluminum cups! [Review 18142 overall - 294 in Tennessee - 1664 of 2022.]

Why are you here? To see the natural bridge. What is it? A 25-foot-high natural sandstone arch with…read morea span of 50 feet that provides a scenic overlook. You can find the natural area using Google Maps, and then it's right off of the parking lot. Not heavily trafficked, but you might see another person or two walking around. Just a few minutes from the Sewanee campus, it's well worth a look on a pretty day!

Clean, and beautiful! Lots of fun activities for the kids, and fun for a wide range of ages! We…read morewere also grateful for the shade options.

This place is pretty magical as far as kids playgrounds go. The park used to be a dive. But the…read morecity has really invested well in the design and execution of putting the new grounds together. Our kids LOVE coming here, but unfortunately so does every other kid in the city . A bonus is the skate park that is adjacent to the playground. A trifecta would be a splash pad, but maybe that's asking too much. The kids would probably never want to leave.