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Waterfall Park (Dalton, GA)

Posted on August 1, 2025 Written by Leave a Comment

While heading down toward Florida we were looking for waterfalls to explore along the way. Looking on Google Maps, we found Waterfall Park in Dalton, Georgia. We had never heard of it so we decided to check it out.  Since it was so close to the Interstate 75 exit for county road 52/Walnut Ave it… [Read More]

Byrd Creek Dam and Falls/Cumberland Mountain State Park Waterfall Under Bridge

Posted on July 10, 2025 Written by Leave a Comment

Cumberland Mountain State Park, located in Crossville, Tennessee, is situated at the top of Cumberland Plateau at the halfway point of the plateau. Cumberland Mountain State Park consists of 1,586 acres including Byrd Lake, a man-made lake created in the 1930s. The large lake is due to a dam that was built. Some people say… [Read More]

Hardy-Reagan Falls

Posted on June 22, 2025 Written by Leave a Comment

Nearby Cities: Burgess Falls, City Lake Falls, Waterloo Falls   State: Tennessee   Ease of Trail: Easy

  I have explored the Cookeville and Sparta areas many times and had never heard of this waterfall until about a year ago. When I first saw photos of Hardy-Reagan Falls, I thought it was Upper Waterloo Falls. Upon closer examination I realized that while similar in height and width, their backgrounds are very different… [Read More]

Twin Falls (Rock Island State Park)

Posted on June 16, 2025 Written by Leave a Comment

Nearby Cities: Rock Island State Park   State: Tennessee   Ease of Trail: Easy, Roadside

If you want to see a lot of waterfalls in one place, Rock Island State Park in Tennessee is the place for you. Rock Island State Park is an 883-acre park located at the headwaters of Center Hill Lake at the confluence of the Caney Fork, Collins, and Rocky Rivers. The most popular waterfall is… [Read More]

The Great Smoky Mountains

Posted on June 10, 2025 Written by Walter Wimberly Leave a Comment

If you’re wanting a vacation where your whole family can explore nature, learn something new, and make unforgettable memories, the Great Smoky Mountains might be the perfect place. With misty mountain views, incredible wildlife, and stories that go back hundreds of years, there’s something for everyone in this one-of-a-kind national park. Where Are the Great… [Read More]

Filed Under: Things to Do Tagged With: Cades Cove, Day trip, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, hiking, Roaring Fork Motor Trail, Smokey Mountains, Smoky Mountain waterfalls, Smoky Mountains, things to do in the Smoky Mountains, waterfalls

Your First Hike: What You Need to Know

Posted on March 18, 2025 Written by Walter Wimberly 2 Comments

Hooker Falls Pool View

Are you eager to explore the beautiful waterfalls in the Southeast US? That means there is a great chance you’ll be going through the Appalachian Mountains. But what if you have little to no experience outdoors? Does the idea of hiking in the mountains scare you? Don’t worry. We’re here to guide you through everything… [Read More]

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