Fall Creek Falls In Tennessee Is The Highest Waterfall East Of The Mississippi River
The state of Tennessee is rife with natural beauty, from the magnanimity of the Great Smoky Mountains to the east to the expanse of the grand Mississippi to the west. The state is full of beautiful natural spaces, national parks and state parks, even a few natural wonders or two…and we found one. For free. Right in the heart of Spencer, Tennessee. Get your cameras ready, and put your wallets away. This is one experience that’s available to everyone and makes for a magnificent memory.
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Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of the most visited state parks in the state, made up of more than 26,000 acres across the eastern edge of the Cumberland Plateau.
It's known for its rugged cascades and gorges, as well as the beautiful waterfalls and trickling streams that run throughout the park. Campers and hikers find themselves in a state of wonder, no two visits are alike.
It's gorgeous every month of the year, and some might argue even more beautiful during the chilly months of winter. There's just something magical about the look of ice and snow amidst such a grand, natural wonder.
When the waterflow is high, Coon Creek Falls, shown to the right of Fall Creek Falls in the photo above, is also active. Both waterfalls share a stunning plunge pool.
The park itself is open 24 hours a day, but keep in mind that the road that leads to Fall Creek Falls is locked once the sun sets. If you're looking to hike, you can leave your car in the Fall Creek Falls parking area for the short walk to the falls during the day.
If you're looking for camping information or reservation requests, make sure to check out the Tennessee State Parks website linked below. You can visit Fall Creek Falls State Park seven days a week, just keep in mind it does close on Christmas day.
Address: 2009 Village Camp Road, Spencer, TN, 38585
This two-minute video gives you an up-close and personal view of this incredible Tennessee wonder.
If you’re looking for more information, make sure to check out the Fall Creek Falls page on the Tennessee State Parks official website. It’s right here, if you’re looking.
If you’re hungry after your trek through the wilderness, make sure to indulge in the Slawgers grilled chizzas that have stolen the hearts of Tennesseans everywhere.
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Meghan Kraft loves to travel the world, but she makes her home right here in Nashville, Tennessee. She holds a degree in English, and has worked in the digital marketing realm with companies such as Apartments.com, USA Today and HarperCollins Publishing.
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