Land of Falling Water

 Cumberland County Tennessee and surrounding area's offer some of the most breathtaking waterfalls in Tennessee and the U.S. Since moving to Tennessee in 1998 I made it a point to travel and discover the wonderful falling water beauty of the Tennessee waterfalls. The falls listed I have personally visited and can offer a few tips and advice on travel and hiking difficulty. These falls are all located in or within two hours of Cumberland County. Spend a few hours exploring the awesome nature of Tennessee and feel rejuvenated for weeks. There are so many benefits to being one with nature and taking in all the abundance of natural beauty Tennessee has to offer. So get out there and explore middle Tennessee Land of Falling Water.

 

 

 

VIRGIN FALLS: Located in Sparta, Tennessee. In Virgin Falls pocket wilderness in Scott's Gulf. This 317-acre preserve is an eight mile round trip hike about six hours. Hiking conditions are mild to medium. I have hiked out early in the morning around 7am and returned back to the parking area around 3pm. I took my time and spent two hours having a picnic at the falls base. These amazing falls have no surface water to the falls or away from it. The mysterious falls emerges from a cave, drops over a 110-foot cliff and disappears into a cave at the bottom of the falls. Virgin falls is perfect for backpackers, day hikers and overnight campers. Pass several creeks during your hike, caves and smaller waterfalls.

Location: 11 miles E of Sparta on Hwy. 70 East. S on Eastland Rd 8 Miles. then 2 miles on Scott Gulf Road. 

 

 

 

 FALL CREEK FALLS: Only 30 miles south of Sparta, Tennessee you will find Fall creek falls State park and Fall creek falls. These Gorgeous falls descend at 256 feet. The tallest waterfall in the southeast. When I visit this majestic display of Tennessee falling water I also enjoy bike rentals at the state park and explore several trails with gorges and cascade views and five other waterfalls. Sign up for a tour of the park, stay the night in a cozy cabin, go fishing or boating while you visit one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Tennessee.

Location: 2009 Village Camp Road  |  Rt. 3 Box 300
Pikeville , TN 37367-9803  |  Office: 423-881-5298

 

 

 

BURGESS FALLS: These falls located in Burgess falls state park in Cookeville, TN. Are a regular hiking spot for me, my family and friends. I can walk the complete loop in a brisk walk in 20 minutes. The hiking conditions are mild to rugged. Visit smaller falls on your way to the spraying mist of the majestic 130 foot Burgess Falls located on the falling water river. Hike to the bottom of the falls and enjoy a dip in the clear natural pools or fish in the tail waters of center hill lake. I also love to walk up river, skip along the rocks and enjoy several mini falls and clear slow running water. Burgess falls is a must see.

Location: From i-40, take exit 286. Turn South off the 286 ramp onto State Hwy 135. Proceed on Hwy 135 for 7 miles following the signs to the park.

 

 

 

GREAT FALLS: Are the first falls I visited when I first came to Tennessee. I was so amazed at the many several small falls falling into one. Cascading 110-feet. into  an imposing sandstone gorge in Caney creek river. The best part is hiking to the bottom when waters are down and exploring the river floor while being sprayed with the falling breeze. There are nine miles of overlook hiking, blue hole view and a natural sand beach. I enjoy staying the weekend in the beautiful cabins Rock Island has to offer. Enjoy fishing, camping and boat rentals. All this beauty located right here in middle TN.

Location: 82 Beach Road
Rock Island , TN 38581-4200
931-686-2471

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21 Comments on Land of Falling Water

Ok I am sold what can you get me for no money down and no payments until I get established, lol.  Seriously, that is some beautiful country up there.  Thanks for sharing this.

02/21/2008 07:31 PM by Linda Futral Sells Coweta, Heard, Meriwether & Troup (RE/MAX Today)


Christina~You have some absolutely beautiful falls there. That is just a piece of heaven looking at those pictures.

02/21/2008 09:48 PM by Julie Neerings~Lifting Hearts ♥ Building Dreams~Utah REALTOR® (Keller Williams Salt Lake City)


OMG, beautiful scenery. When I come visit will you have a guest room for me?

02/21/2008 10:08 PM by Carol Culkin (Century 21 - Anita Ferri Realty)


Wow, I forgot about some of those places.  Thanks for reminding me.  I like to show some of those places on my local-ism blogs.  Thanks for yours.

       Real Estate Agent: Jeff Rogers-Remax Mountain Views Realty (Remax Mountain Views Realty)

02/22/2008 08:06 AM by Jeff Rogers REALTOR® (RE/MAX 1st Realty & Auction)


You are making me homesick. I move to Dallas from TN almost 9 years ago and I miss it!!! Fall Creek Falls is one of my favorites!!!

02/22/2008 09:08 AM by Allison Gilmore (Kinder Reese )


Thanks Julie. Your part of the country is gorgeous as well. Have a great weekend.

02/22/2008 10:02 AM by CHRISTINA WILLIAMS. Crossville real estate (FIRST REALTY COMPANY)


I have a very nice quest room Carol. Your welcome anytime. Have a good weekend.

02/22/2008 10:03 AM by CHRISTINA WILLIAMS. Crossville real estate (FIRST REALTY COMPANY)


Allison. Next time you come for a visit. Give me a call!

02/22/2008 10:04 AM by CHRISTINA WILLIAMS. Crossville real estate (FIRST REALTY COMPANY)


As I have said before, there is some breathtaking scenery in Tennessee. While I have never been to Fall Creek Falls, it is one of my father's favorite places to visit. Your pictures are awesome!

02/22/2008 11:41 AM by Rich Dansereau Loan Officer Knoxville TN (Home America Mortgage)


Christina,  what a wonderful post.  You really do capture the beautiful spirit of Tennessee!

02/24/2008 09:28 AM by Kay Bennett, Realtor® Your Tennessee Real Estate Professional (First Realty Company)


Christina,  what a wonderful post.  You really do capture the beautiful spirit of Tennessee!

02/24/2008 09:28 AM by Kay Bennett, Realtor® Your Tennessee Real Estate Professional (First Realty Company)


Wow and double wow. You're bound to entice people your way with this! I'm almost there! Later in the rain~Deb

02/24/2008 01:22 PM by Brooks Prime Properties


Those waterfalls are spectacular! I wish we had anything that looks like that around here. But I live in flat, flat Florida =(

02/25/2008 09:34 PM by Lisa Hill (Daytona Beach REALTOR®) (Adams Cameron and Company)


Christina - what beautiful places you share with us. All thos waterfalls remind me of the Columbia River Gorge outside of Portland OR.

02/26/2008 12:25 AM by Karen Cooper - Quality Home Loans, Inc.


Karen~ I love OR. I drove hwy 101 one year. The coast line was the most beautiful!

02/26/2008 07:03 AM by CHRISTINA WILLIAMS. Crossville real estate (FIRST REALTY COMPANY)


Oh, the HWY 101 drive is stunning, isn't it? I've driven all of it, from Southern California to Washington, and there is some amazing scenary along the way. The dramatic North Coast and the Oregon Coast are really something to be seen, and Big Sur, too.

02/26/2008 05:24 PM by Karen Cooper - Quality Home Loans, Inc.


Christina, Great pictures and descriptions.  I never knew about the falling waters although I have visited Tennessee a couple of times.  Thanks -- next time I will check them out.

Chris

02/28/2008 08:22 PM by Chris DeSimone, GRI, Realtor® (DFW Fine Properties)


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