Fall Creek Falls State Park
Fall Creek Falls State Park
4.5
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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- Achin4BaconWyoming135 contributionsGreat hiking, waterfalls, but really loud campgroundAbsolutely enjoyed the hiking, the waterfalls, the scenic overlooks. Just spectacular. The lush forests and enormous trees provided a wonderful spot to spend a few days. Unfortunately, the campground was a nightmare. We arrived late afternoon and set up our tent in a quiet, lush forest and I thought "how great is this?" Unfortunately, just about the time my family was laying down to go to sleep is when the party really ramped up and the drunken festival carried on until 3AM. There is no campground host to break up the craziness, and too much craziness to break up yourself. I felt like I was at Burning Man. I was livid at my lost sleep, and I will never, ever camp here again. But I will hike here again, that part was lovely.Visited June 2023Traveled with familyWritten February 7, 2024
- randyntenWhitesburg, Tennessee7 contributionsFisherman Cabin for spring break.We stayed in a Fisherman Cabin with the grandkids for spring break. The Cabin was very clean and well stocked. The park was really nice, everyone we spoke with was helpful and very friendly. We will definitely plan another trip soon.Visited March 2024Traveled with familyWritten March 24, 2024
- Bear574 contributionsA must-see!The moment we opened the door we were greeted by Natalie with a big smile and a hello! What a difference it makes to have someone who enjoys their work and takes the time to draw you maps and explain the best way to get to these trails! We're an older couple but still managed to get in 11,000 steps in our three hour visit! Thanks Natalie!Thanks for the great review, Bear3990. It was a pleasure serving you as a customer.Written September 11, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited August 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 23, 2024
- ttmayesKnoxville, Tennessee150 contributionsWonderful family or group gathering placeA very large park that accommodates a lot of camping spots, hikes and views. The weather was drizzly but we were still able to walk to the Falls overlook and the Piney Falls overlook. The remodeled lodge is very tasteful with fire pits, indoor gathering areas and a game room with lots of games! The restaurant continental breakfast isn’t much but the lunch & dinners are plentiful and good! Warning! The portions are large!Visited September 2024Traveled with familyWritten September 29, 2024
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deanie13
Cleveland, TN214 contributions
Aug 2020
This is the most confusing state park I have ever been to. We spent most of the time driving around trying to follow the horrible photocopied map I was given at the visitor center that made no sense. Apparently there are two bridges out and what are normally a nice hikes are no more. I stopped at the new visitor center and there was only one person working there and a long line of people waiting to talk to her. When I finally got to the front of the line, I could hardly hear her for the super-loud air conditioning system. We finally got to the the main falls and it was barely a trickle. A young couple just coming up from the base were clearly barely breathing and said the hike up and down was very difficult, slippery, and felt like coming up was like 30 stories of stairs. So we took the trail to the right of the main falls and after you cross a pretty bridge it just stops. There are two "overlooks" that don't overlook anything we could see. We ended up strolling for a bit around the lake on a paved sidewalk. If you come, download the map off the internet because what they have there is way too confusing. The nature center was completely unimpressive and not worth going into.
Written September 1, 2020
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We are truly saddened that your experience was not as great as we would have liked. We take bad reviews very seriously, and we would like to ensure that your experience is better next time. Please contact our Park Office or Tennessee State Parks at 615.532.0001 | Email: Ask.TNStateParks@tn.gov.
Written September 4, 2020
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nicolediane
Atlanta, GA737 contributions
Sep 2020
We had read that it was a busy park and we were there on Labor Day so it was very busy. We fund a nice picnic area. It was fairly clean and had shade. Trash cans near by. We drove a little further to a parking lot for the falls. Parking lot was packed. No one walking around had on a mask so we did not feel comfortable getting out to see the falls. We stopped by a building near the picnic area but didn't see any information about trails. There was no charge.
Written September 29, 2020
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Hello nicolediane, thank you for your business. If there's anything we can do to help, please let us know.
Written October 23, 2020
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michellehouse
Evansville, IN283 contributions
May 2021
We came on Memorial Day and we figured it would get crowded but weren't quite expecting the crowds that were there. We arrived early to the park (around 9AM) and stopped by the visitor's center for suggestions on exactly which hike to take. Super friendly staff was very helpful. Parked at the nature center and parking lot was about half full. Hiked from nature center across the suspension bridge (kids were 50/50 if that was fun or terrifying) out to the main falls. We then hiked down to the base of the falls. First part of the hike down is steep but a flat path, last part is a bit of scramble over rocks but our two preschoolers managed it. Hike back up was vigorous but not impossibly hard. Then we hiked back to nature center. At this point it was about noon and the parking lot was a zoo. We decided just to picnic at the nature center vs moving our car at that point. Stopped back by visitor's center on our way out for souvenirs and to use the very clean restrooms. Great visit would recommend but if coming on a weekend get to the park early.
Written June 29, 2021
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tksharris
Spring Hill, TN6 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
We made plans to stay at the lodge at Fall Creek Falls, knowing that we would have continental breakfast and dinner only in the lodge Mon-Fri. We assumed from our research that we would need to either plan on taking lunch items with us for our stay or drive a fair distance for options outside the park. We were very happy to discover the Snackbar Grill in the park! We both had the burger combo with fries/tater tots and drink for $9.99 each. Lunch was delicious! We will definitely go here again during our stay.
Written May 16, 2022
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We are glad you enjoyed your experience at Tennessee State Parks. Please visit us again soon!
Written May 18, 2022
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slidermuzz
Orlando, FL1,473 contributions
Dec 2022 • Solo
Some unexpected weather changed my plans for this trip, and due to snow on the golf course, I was unable to golf here. Aside from that uncontrollable downfall, this state park is unreal! It’s extremely spacious with tons of trails all over. The waterfall views were unreal, and the snow really made for a picturesque view. I did some mountain biking between a few hiking trails. It was wonderful. There is a massive lake that looks great for paddle boarding, but again it was freezing when I was there.
Written January 26, 2023
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We are glad you enjoyed your experience at Tennessee State Parks. Please visit us again soon!
Written January 30, 2023
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Matt M
112 contributions
Nov 2020
The geological features in this part of the state continue to amaze me. I feel like I am out west when I see these sheer rock faces and waterfalls cascading down from the top. Piney Falls was visible, but the trail that would allow a closer look was under repair. The park layout was a little confusing at first, but I eventually got my bearings. After driving for a while I started to question if I was going the correct way. Additional signs farther from the park would have been more reassuring. You could easily spend the day inside the park with all that it offers. I was only there for the hiking, but fishing/boating, golfing, Treetop Adventures are just some of the additional offerings. Hiking to the bottom of Fall Creek Falls was worth the effort. The climb can be steep and unlevel at times so bring a hiking stick. The George Hole stop was also an interesting and quiet location. This is a must see park in the Sparta area.
Written November 5, 2020
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vhash77
North Wilkesboro, NC1,092 contributions
Feb 2022
This state park is breath taking! Such beauty. We visited all the waterfalls, hiked to the base of Falls Creek Falls - granted the tallest vertical drop falls east of the Rockies! The new suspension bridge at Rock House Falls was great as well. Each falls - Piney, Falls Creek, Rock House, Cane Creek has easy access, beautiful views, information provided.
We stayed in the new lodge just recently opened in January. It was very beautiful. Our view from our room was the pool and part of the lake. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, had a coffee pot and mini refrigerator. The bed was comfortable as well. We enjoyed our balcony. The lodge also had a restaurant. If you were a guest of the lodge, they provided you a continental breakfast. We dined for breakfast, and lunch, then a late evening snack of brownie/ice cream. All of the food was flavorful. Waitresses were wonderful.
We visited the Visitor's Center. Lots of information, even a video to show what the hike to the base of Falls Creek looked like. Once again, very friendly staff.
This is a huge state park, in a remote area of TN. Closest actual grocery store is about 30 minutes away. They do have a general store stocked with a wide variety of items.
I've already recommended this state park to many friends to visit. It's beautiful.
We stayed in the new lodge just recently opened in January. It was very beautiful. Our view from our room was the pool and part of the lake. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean, had a coffee pot and mini refrigerator. The bed was comfortable as well. We enjoyed our balcony. The lodge also had a restaurant. If you were a guest of the lodge, they provided you a continental breakfast. We dined for breakfast, and lunch, then a late evening snack of brownie/ice cream. All of the food was flavorful. Waitresses were wonderful.
We visited the Visitor's Center. Lots of information, even a video to show what the hike to the base of Falls Creek looked like. Once again, very friendly staff.
This is a huge state park, in a remote area of TN. Closest actual grocery store is about 30 minutes away. They do have a general store stocked with a wide variety of items.
I've already recommended this state park to many friends to visit. It's beautiful.
Written February 26, 2022
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DN2021
Huntsville, AL58 contributions
May 2020
Tent camping here is great! Many sites and bath house was exceptionally clean! Many trails and waterfalls to walk on and see. The trail to the bottom of Fall Creek Falls was crowded, though, with a lot of people on it. Great place to camp for a night or two. Also, the new souvenir store has some top notch items - got several new t-shirts there!
Written May 30, 2020
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jmcm2006
Paris, TN68 contributions
May 2023 • Family
My family decided to visit here and we are glad we did. There is so much to see and so many trails to walk. It is amazing. More to see than you can do in one day. Definitely stop at the nature center first to see the map of trials. We went to the welcome center and the lady went over trails with us but when leaving we stopped at the nature center to see the 2 waterfalls there and that lady informed us of different trails and seemed more knowledgeable. We will be making time to visit again when it is warmer so the kids can enjoy the water more. There are a couple of swimming places that the kids love. There are areas all over to have a picnic if you pack a lunch.
Written May 23, 2023
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Bob S
Nashville, TN77 contributions
Mar 2021
If you want to go mountain climbing, the back way in will not disappoint - I’m referring to entering the RV park. Sad they don’t let you know there is a much easier road to pull your load over. It was a very steep climb...so thankful that campers told us of the other road - otherwise would have had our brakes burned out. It must have been a really rainy season...both the baths and showers were flooded as well as our individual disposal site. If we had let this happen to our sewer sites at home, the state would have fined us. Expected more for a state controlled rv park.
Written May 29, 2021
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Hello scifi1952, thank you for your feedback. It really helps us improve our business. We appreciate you taking the time to share it with us.
Written June 7, 2021
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what to do on a rainy day at Fall Creek Falls State Park
Written April 11, 2024
Has anyone stayed at the Newton Ford lodge/ group lodge 1. Planning on staying there but can only find 6 pictures on the camps website and no reviews. If any had stayed there I would love to know your experience with it and any pictures of the lodge that you are willing to share
Thanks
Written March 23, 2021
I am sorry for the delay. That was my first trip to that part of Tennessee and we stayed at an Air BnB.
Written April 25, 2021
We will be visiting this park in Oct(coming from Michigan)what are the best hikes that have the suspension bridges? Or just the best hikes?
Thank you,
Angel Wiggins
Written July 12, 2019
If you start at the nature center you can cross a suspension bridge at the falls then continue the hike which will take you to fall creek falls and you could hike to the bottom of the falls there. It’s a beautiful hike and worth it!
Written August 1, 2019
When will the restaurant be open again, or will it?
Written June 9, 2019
Where will the restaurant be open again?
Written June 9, 2019
Has anyone stayed in villa #339? We are looking at it in the lakeside cabins but since it's around the corner, wonder what the view is from the back deck.
Thanks!
Written April 3, 2019
We went to the park. We did not dine nor stay over night in the park. No clue.
Written August 16, 2018
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