Burgess Falls State Park Tennessee

Burgess Falls State Park    

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(513) · State park in Sparta, United States
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This park contains 4 breathtaking waterfalls as well as fishing and picnic areas. Also included is a round trip, moderately strenuous hike of about a mile and a half, and a butterfly garden very close by. …
This park contains 4 breathtaking waterfalls as well as fishing and picnic areas. Also included is a round trip, moderately strenuous hike of about a mile and a half, and a butterfly garden very close by. The park opens at 8 a.m. and closes 30 minutes before sunset. More information on this park and many more can be found at the TN State Parks website.

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Dec 18, 2024
The falls are very accessible, with both an easy walking path and an even simpler road to take. The ranger station and store are set to be renovated soon, which is exciting. The views are fantastic, …Full review by Jason b
Dec 7, 2024
Beautiful falls and trails. There are three falls (lower, middle and Burgess) and they get better as you go. It’s a fairly easy hike for experienced hikers but there is some challenging elevation ch…Full review by TheRealJTForReal
Dec 5, 2024
This was our first stop on our trip. The falls are breathtaking and I’ve seen a few. Lovely hike up and down there and we took the paved way back. 7 year old in tow and he loved it!Full review by Lauren S
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The sound of dramatic cascades resounds within the Burgess Falls State Park even as dense foliage drapes its expanse in a smatteri…
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Is there lodging close to the falls? Is there guided tours? Is it safe for healthy seniors in their 70s
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There is Whispering Falls RV park just outside the entrance to the park. You can hear the falls while you fall asleep!
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Bring small/young children with a stroller or wagon?
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I would think you could do about half the paths, but there are definitely some steep stairs and dangerous rock areas that would not be suitable or safe for small child or stroller.
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Due to heavy silting and lack of a boat ramp this is not a desirable lake for boating
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Getting to the falls is an easy hike from the parking area
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It's particularly nice to visit during the winter, when freezing temps create icicles, and the hemlock trees along the trail
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Be sure to check out Cummins Falls and Waterloo Falls
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There is a lot of parking, but spots fill quickly during busy season weekends (April-October
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Visitors are also encouraged to hike the 1-mile ridge top trail for scenic views down the main canyon of the falling water river
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Care is still needed to get down to the swimming area as you're stepping over and onto boulders and through crevices
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The most popular fishing sites are along the lake, below the dam and below the main falls
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Loop at 1.5 miles and a possible .5 mile extension, which provide stunning views of the park
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Please note that the trail from the main overlook to the bottom of the main falls
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The park also offers fishing from the land or wading into the water, picnic areas, grills, and a children's playground
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Anglers age 13 and older must have a valid tn fishing license
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The park is home to over 300 species trees and plants and an abundance of wildlife
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Consider visiting this area on a weekday or in the winter for fewer crowds
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Please stay behind barriers and fences
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Cascading falls will be some of the sights you can expect at Burgess Falls State Park
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To visit the place. the page also mentions the ticket
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Moderately strenuous hike taking visitors past the waterfalls and into the gorge
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