- Fall Creek Falls State Park - Embark on a full-day guided hike, traveling about 2.5 hours east from our Nashville meeting point into the heart of the Cumberland Plateau. We’ll take a brief break halfway through for a stretch and restroom stop.
We will hike approximately 4 - 5 miles over steep, rocky, and slippery terrain.
- Cane Creek Falls - Our adventure begins at Cane Creek Falls (85’) and Cascades (45’). A short walk from the parking lot leads to the observation deck and nature center. There is also a short but fairly steep trail to the creek bed near the base of the cascades. We will explore this area for about 30-45 minutes before crossing Cane Creek via a suspension bridge.
- Cane Creek Falls Overlook Trail - Experience the thrill of crossing the 120ft long and 20ft high Cane Creek suspension bridge over the rushing rapids below. We then hike approximately 0.75 miles along the gorge rim to the Cane Creek Falls Overlook. This cliff-based vantage point offers stunning views of the 85-foot Cane Creek Falls and the towering 120-foot Rockhouse Falls.
- Fall Creek Falls Overlook - After enjoying the views from Cane Creek Overlook, we continue our gorge rim hike for another 1.25 miles to the main attraction, Fall Creek Falls. We’ll stop at the famous Fall Creek Falls overlook to take in the breathtaking sight of Fall Creek Falls, which stands at an impressive 256 feet, and its neighboring Coon Creek Falls at 250 feet. Both are among the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River, each with sheer vertical drops of over 250 feet.
- Fall Creek Falls - The real adventure begins as we embark on the steep and rocky 0.5-mile trek to the base of Fall Creek Falls.
The Base of Falls Trail is very strenuous!
It descends over 300 feet vertically within a half-mile across uneven, slippery rocks. This is an out-and-back trail, so we must climb the same steep, slippery rocky steps on the return.
- Fall Creek Falls Betty Dunn Nature Center - We then take a forest trail back to the nature center parking lot, crossing the Cane Creek suspension bridge once again along the way.
- Lunch included
- Comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning
- No extra charges with all fees and taxes included
- Complimentary snacks
- Specialty clothing, boots, sunscreen, hats, etc.
- Optional gratuities
Embark on an exhilarating, all-day hike as we journey deep into a gorge that’s 300ft deep, leading us to the tallest waterfall east of the Mississippi River - a behemoth standing at 256 feet tall!
Relish our thoughtfully selected mix of trails, offering an experience you won’t soon forget. Take in the sights and sounds of Fall Creek Falls among other waterfalls. The hike spans roughly 4 miles (including a climb of over 700ft!), involves crossing a vast swinging suspension bridge and a descent into the enormous gorge leading to the foot of Fall Creek Falls.
NOTE: In case of poor weather conditions, this tour might be replaced with our Cumberland Caverns & Fall Creek Falls - Combo Tour.
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We are a certified hiking tour provider operating in the Nashville area, endorsed and permitted by the Tennessee State Parks. We hold full licensing, insurance, and other necessary permits. All our hiking expeditions are accompanied by a certified Wilderness First Aid medic, and all our guides are First Aid & CPR certified.
- This trail features sections that are rocky, steep and slippery. Sturdy, closed-toe shoes are required.
- Tennessee weather tends to be unpredictable – this tour operates rain or shine so please be prepared accordingly.
- This is approx. 4 mile guided hiking tour with 700ft of elevation changes. Terrain is steep, rocky and slippery.
- Must be in good physical condition, able to climb over downed trees, walk on uneven surfaces and climb in elevation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.