Fall Creek Falls Is The Perfect Outdoor Destination For A Weekend Day Trip From Nashville

The city of Nashville is both a popular vacation spot and a destination place to live, but to locals akin to the daily traffic, long waits at restaurants, and late nights spent listening to live music in dive bars, it can get to be a bit of a slog. Instead of spending the weekend once again amidst city lights, Nashville, why don’t you get out of town instead? Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of the most popular state parks in Tennessee for a reason, and it’s only two hours from the city.

Your route will take you down I-24 through Murfreesboro and out into McMinnville, finally to Spencer, Tennessee. You’ll have the chance to take in some of the most beautiful scenery in Tennessee while also getting to know small cities just outside of Nashville. At just over 100 miles away, Fall Creek Falls is the perfect get-out-of-town destination.

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Fall Creek Falls State Park is located in Spencer, Tennessee, and is one of the largest state parks found in the Volunteer State. With almost 30,000 rugged acres that extend across the Cumberland Plateau, the park offers a rugged experience perfect for those seeking a respite from town.

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There are a series of popular trails that take hikers from lush valleys to gaping gorges, from burbling streams to expansive hardwood forests.

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You can even choose to spend the night since the state park has primitive, tent, and RV campsites available for reservation. There are also limited cabin rentals available as well if you'd rather seek a little comfort in the midst of your adventure.

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Fall Creek Falls itself, of course, is the prime tourist attraction in the park. It's one of the highest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River at 256-feet high.

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Other popular waterfalls in Fall Creek Falls State Park include Cane Creek Falls, Piney Falls, and Cane Creek Cascades. Each is accessible by hiking trail, though the difficulty of each trail differs significantly.

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Fall Creek Falls is a truly rugged respite from the wilds of city life, and it's a perfect vacation destination for those seeking a quiet weekend away.

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Affordable, just a few hours from the city, and perfect for those seeking peace and quiet, Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of the most underrated destinations from Nashville.

Fall Creek Falls is a beautiful place that’s well-known for a reason. You can learn more about this neat Tennessee state park with a visit to its official site right here.

If you’re looking for more fun in the Nashville area, you’ll find it at the Nashville Shores waterpark!