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waterfall roadtrip! With the weather turning warmer soon, we all look for ways to get out and soak up a little nature and sunshine. Tennessee has over 325 waterfalls, making it tough to choose just 15, but those on the list are definitely the most magnificent.
When you combine the number of waterfalls that drop over 200 feet with pools below, they become even more amazing. Many of the waterfalls are near Nashville or within a few hours drive. Hikers can find short routes or more arduous paths, depending on their skills and desires.
cascades are smaller falls and not worth the trip. The cascades are wide, with less than a 20 feet drop into a shallow pool with plenty of boulders.
In fact, Fall Creek Falls is more impressive in sheer height, but there is something about the picturesque beauty and tranquility of these falls – plus the hike is easier than reaching the Fall Creek waterfall.
Burgess Falls is part of Burgess Falls State Park and the most magnificent of four waterfalls. The four waterfalls take a 250-foot trip from the top of the mountain to the lowest point in the river. The most spectacular is the 130-foot waterfall – Burgess – that plunges into an amazing gorge.
3. Altamont Falls
2. Burgess Falls
We've put together some fast facts about these top 15 to hopefully help you decide which one you want to visit!
1. Cane Creek Cascades
Cane Creek Cascades is close to Spencer, in Fall Creek Falls State Park, Tennessee. The name is impressive, but one might assume the
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Altamont Falls – close to Altamont, Tennessee – is one of the prettiest and most moderate of hikes. Visitors can pick up on Greeter Falls Loop and Trail, walking the 3.2 miles to reach the falls. There is an elevation gain of 485 feet. Burgess Falls in Sparta, Tennessee is an amazing trek. It will take a bit of a hike for you to reach the stunning falls; take the River Trail on the Service Loop Road to get to the top of the falls. It is important to note that the hike down is treacherous and steep.
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The park allows dogs, as long as they are on the leash. The lower Greeter Falls is about 30 minutes from the parking area in South Cumberland State Park. A side trail from the lower falls will bring hikers to a Blue Hole swimming spot or one can continue up to Altamont Falls.
