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    Foster Falls Small Wild Area

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    Samantha D.

    Best part of our trip! Amazing waterfall experience. A steep climb down on rocks/path but well worth it to be able to swim in a waterfall. It was raining so it was not crowded (1 other family). Amazing experience!

    Annah N.

    Really nice waterfall! It's certainly nothing fancy but it's something nice to do if you're around the Chattanooga area and are looking for something to do. The hike down to the waterfall is only .4 miles but it's very steep! I didn't have any issues but my parents were definitely taking their time. The waterfall is gorgeous! It was still cold when we went but I hear in the summertime it's a prime place for swimming. They also have restrooms by the parking lot but they were locked when we went, but there were a few port-a-potties outside. They also have a camp ground if you're interested in camping.

    Mary Kate E.

    I really liked visiting Foster Falls. It was a last minute decision while I was visiting Chattanooga. I decided to head there to visit right before leaving to head back to Nashville. It is a steep but easy trail to manage if you're in moderately good shape. I would not recommend this for someone who has bad knees or back problems. If you're handicapped, you are able to go to the overlook without much issue, but to descend to the bottom really isn't an option for someone who might be physically impaired. The waterfall is absolutely beautiful and this is a supreme spot to go swimming. There were only a handful of people when I visited which I was thankful for since I didn't want to deal with a crowd. Covid-19 is still a thing, and a crowd was not my desire to encounter. I was in luck. The trail is relatively well taken care of. There are some spots that are a bit slick so you have to be careful. Take a walking stick with you or something to help you hold your balance if you think that you are going to struggle going up and down the large inclined hill. What you need to take on this voyage: water shoes, towel, swimsuit, hiking shoes for going down and up the trail, drinks, and if you feel inclined - take food. It is a good place to enjoy and relax. Bathrooms are at the top along with some picnic areas, paved parking, and a RV site. I am not sure if they having camping grounds, but I assume they do. The RV site was next to the main parking lot that you park at before going to the fall. The path going down to the fall is not paved. It is dirt with some wood stairs in place along with a swinging bridge you have to cross. It was safe and stable plus nothing elaborate. The hike is a fourth of a mile down one way. Enjoy the scenery and embrace the view! Cell phone is a bit spotty at the top, but don't expect cell service at all once down at the waterfall itself.

    Laura G.

    Short hike, but strenuous enough. Beautiful falls. Perfect for swimming! Excellent views from the top or the bottom, but the view from the bottom is a must! Breath taking!

    Took an afternoon day trip here while visiting Nashville. The drive wasn't bad, about an hour and thirty minutes or so and is easy to find. The hike down to the falls isn't bad, but it's pretty steep. If you have bad knees they'll be sore by the time you get down. The swimming hole and waterfall are beautiful and it's deep enough to really swim. Pretty rocky getting in, so I'd recommend water shoes. There are some rocks to lounge on, but not many. When we went, it was pretty quiet. For the most part we had the area to ourselves with a few groups just popping in quickly. Because of the rocky shore and steep climb, I don't know if I'd recommend a full day trip here. Carrying a cooler and snacks plus a chair (in case it's crowded and you don't get a rock to sit on) might be tricky. Plus you have to bring everything back up. And it's a steep climb up. Pros: Beautiful, swimmable, easy to find, quiet Cons: Short but steep climb, rocky shore line, no bathrooms at falls, only at the parking lot.

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