Fall Creek Falls State Park

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The following trails are closed at Fall Creek Falls until further notice.

The entire Lower Loop Trail is permanently closed.

The trails below are closed due to the Oct. 6 flooding.

Upper Loop Trail

2022-12-09: The Virgin Falls Trail is open from the Scotts Gulf Road Trailhead. However, we urge hikers to use caution at the cable crossings due to high water levels. For an update on the flooding conditions, visitors can call the Virgin Falls Office at Dog Cove, phone (931)739-6747. Or call the Virgin Falls Manager Stuart Carroll at (423)414-1510.

10-14-21: Heavy rains brought severe flooding to Fall Creek Falls State Park. Cabins 11-20 were impacted by the flooding. The park is currently assessing the damage and working with guests who have upcoming reservations. We appreciate your patience during the recovery process.

All Fall Creek Falls Golf Course facilities will close on December 23, 2022, and reopen (weather permitting) on January 2, 2023.

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Canopy Challenge Course

George Hole

Fall Creek Falls lakeside

Kayak Rentals at Boat Dock

Cane Creek Falls and suspension bridge

About the Park

Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of Tennessee’s largest and most visited state parks. The park encompasses more than 29,800 acres sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau. Laced with cascades, gorges, waterfalls, streams and lush stands of virgin hardwood timber, the park beckons those who enjoy nature at her finest. Fall Creek Falls, at 256 feet, is one of the highest waterfalls in the eastern United States. Other waterfalls within the park include Piney Falls, Cane Creek Falls, and Cane Creek Cascades.
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