Fall Creek Falls State Park – Overview
Home to the tallest waterfall in the eastern United States (256 feet FCF), this Tennessee state park is a perfect destination for nature lovers. The park has more than 22,000 acres of land to explore. The park is located on the eastern edge of the Cumberland Plateau along the Upper Cane Creek watershed. For the good looking, there are numerous hiking and biking trails, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, and camping opportunities, and for those who are not so adventurous, there is an Olympic size pool, nature center, restaurant, playgrounds and picnic pavilions.
waterfalls
The six most impressive waterfalls in the park can be seen in one afternoon. The 256′ Fall Creek Falls – Has a nice viewing area. Adjacent to the Big Falls is Coon Creek Falls, best seen after a heavy rain. Otherwise, it’s usually an unimpressive trickle to the right of the larger falls.
From the Nature Center you can easily see 45 waterfalls of Cane Creek. Walk across the suspension bridge and follow the trail to see the 85-foot Cane Creek Falls and the 125-foot Rockhouse Falls.
If time is allowded drive to the viewing area for Piney Creek Falls. This 80′ waterfall is through the gorge and mostly hidden by trees. Walk across the suspension bridge for a slightly better view, or better yet, wait to visit this one in late fall or winter for optimal views.
moon bows
Cane Creek Falls displays an impressive rainbow during certain phases of the moon and during particularly high flow volume. A lunar rainbow is a lunar rainbow produced by light reflecting off the surface of the moon. Moonbows will always appear on the opposite side of the sky from the moon.
Biodiversity
Known for its views and waterfalls, Fall Creek Falls also has a huge diversity of plant and animal life. This is mainly due to the wide variety of topography and the presence of microclimates. During the summer months, the nature center offers daily programs, many of which explore this biodiversity in depth.
Tennessee history
Acquired in 1935 Construction of the park began in 1936 by the National Park Service using the efforts of the CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) and the WPA (Works Progress Administration). In 1944 ownership of the park was transferred to the state. The park is located in central Tennessee, between Spencer and Pikeville, bordering Van Buren and Bledsoe counties.
Fall Creek Falls is a state park in Tennessee. That should be your list of places to visit. It has plenty of activities for nature lovers and is sure to please adults and children alike. It’s a reasonable drive from Nashville and Chattanooga. Make plans to visit this one-of-a-kind treasure. Tennessee is your next vacation!