Escape From The City When You Visit Fall Creek Falls State Park, A Perfect Day Trip Destination Outside Of Nashville

As beautiful as Nashville is, there’s just something so refreshing and wonderful about escaping from the city and getting out into the great outdoors. One of the most famed getaways from the city is Fall Creek Falls State Park, located just two hours from the city. Learn more about it below, and get ready to experience all the beauty of Tennessee in a single park.

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If you're looking for a way to get out of town and enjoy the great outdoors, then there's no better place to head than the famed Fall Creek Falls State Park in Tennessee.

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The state park is one of the largest and most visited state parks, with almost 30,000 acres of sprawling natural space situated across the Cumberland Plateau. It's home to expansive hiking trails and the highest waterfall in the eastern United States.

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Locals and tourists can visit to indulge in everything from camping experiences to cabin stays and family events on the property. Pavilions can be reserved for gatherings, and there are multiple picnic shelters throughout the park.

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The state park is located both in Bledsoe and Van Buren counties, and features 222 campsites and 30 cabin reservation opportunities.

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There are both long and short distance hikes around the lake and base of the falls. There are more than 56-miles of trails for hikers of all levels. The Nature Center at Fall Creek Falls offers all sorts of great activities for children as well, with seasonal programs focusing on movies, games, and arts ad crafts.

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The park is also popular for school groups perpetuating environmental education. There's no better classroom than the great outdoors!

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Have you made your way to Fall Creek Falls State Park? Will you be visiting? Leave your favorite experiences in the park in the comments below!

You can fall in love with Nashville all over again with a visit to Fall Creek Falls State Park. There’s something about getting out of the city for a bit that really makes you love all aspects of Tennessee, the ease of your home city and the expansive beauty of the state.

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