This Island In Tennessee Is An Absolute Must Visit

Oh man. We got you with that title, didn't we? You probably thought we had some here islands in our landlocked state of Tennessee...which, to be completely honest, we probably do, like some tiny little landmasses with names that are easy to forget. The places kids tramp or that kind of well-known spot near your home town. But here, we're going for the big dogs. Rock Island State Park in Tennessee actually gets its name from nearby Rock Island, named for a little spot of land in the middle of Caney Fork River. Here's the thing - these pictures are comin' at ya. Right now.

Rock Island State Park is located in both Warren and White County in the southeastern part of the state. It is one of the most beautiful parks in Tennessee.

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation takes its job very seriously and keeps the 883 acres of lush Tennessee beauty in tip-top shape year 'round.

Fed by two rivers, the park extends even deeper into the state by pushing itself all the way to the beginnings of Center Hill Lake.

If you're wondering where to see watrfalls in Tennessee, this is the place to visit. The falls are some of the most fantastic and extravagant in the state, earning nicknames that compare it to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe - one of Tennessee's natural wonders.

Curious about the falls? There are two - Great Falls Gorge and Twin Falls - that put this state park on the map.

Look at this. You can't even dim the majesty with a strangely odd filter used in this photo. It looks a bit like autumn and we're ALL about that.

Here's an interesting fact: this area was once a small fishing resort and visitors can still fish here today.

The park boasts 60 campsites and 10 cabins for your enjoyment, so there's really no reason for you not to get in the car and make your way over here sometime soon.

We may be landlocked, but even our island fake-outs are solid. Leave your favorite memory from Rock Island State Park in Tennessee in the comments!

Looking for more state parks to visit? Head to this post for some of the most beautiful parks in Tennessee.