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Fall Creek Falls State Park is a Tennessee state park in Spencer, Van Buren County, in our Upper Cumberland & Plateau region. Entry to every Tennessee state park is free, per the state parks FAQ. The park page lists birding, camping, fishing and golfing. Overnight options on its page: camping, cabins, a hotel and group lodges. Read from the official page on October 30, 2026.
- EntryFreeper the state parks FAQ
- Activities9listed on its page
- Stay OvernightCamping, cabins, a hotel and group lodgeson the park page
- DogsOn a leashstatewide policy, see below
- Trail Closures. In August 2023, Fall Creek Falls State Park was impacted by a tornado. With the severe damage caused by the storm, a few areas were significantly impacted and remain closed. Due to severe trail damage, the following areas remain closed: Piney Falls Trail (FCF parking lot to Piney Falls parking lot) Millikan's Overlook Trail (overlook is open, trail is closed)
- Golf Course Closed for Aeration. The Fall Creek Falls Golf Course will be closed for aeration on November 2nd and 3rd. Please call the course directly for updates, tee times, and course conditions on November 4th, 5th, and 6th.
Closures change. Check the official park page the day you go.
What to Do at Fall Creek Falls State Park
The park page lists these activities: birding, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking, mountain biking, paddling, rock climbing and swimming. The page shows a short list with a Show More button, so the park may offer more.
Amenities on the park page: adult-sized changing table, all-terrain wheelchair, bike trails, birding, boat access, boat ramp, boat rentals, cabins, camp store, campground, canoe access, colorblind viewfinder, ev charging, fishing, gift shop, golf course, group lodges, hotel, laundromat, museum, playground, restaurant, rock climbing, snack bar, swimming, swimming pool, trails, visitor center, waterfalls and wheelchair-friendly overlooks.
Plan It in Three Lines
Getting In
Entry is free; camping, cabins, reservations and some programs cost extra.
Free to enterBring the Dog?
Leashed dogs are allowed in most of the park; not in lodges, cabins or swim areas.
Rules belowMake It a Trip
Scotts Gulf Wilderness is about 12 miles away (straight line).
6 places within 25 miles
Coming Up Near Fall Creek Falls State Park
- Thu, Nov 26, 2026Thanksgiving at Fall Creek Falls (buffet at The Lodge)Spencer · Not published (page says menu and reservations were to open around the beginning of Oct...
From our checked events calendar, matched by name and town; times and tickets are on each organizer’s page.
Also see Upper Cumberland & Plateau Events.
Fees
Tennessee state parks do not charge an entry fee: the state parks FAQ says all state parks are free to enter. Camping, cabins, shelters, tours and some programs are booked and paid for separately.
Planning several parks? Our State Parks Passport guide lists every park side by side.
Dogs and Strollers
- Dogs: Tennessee State Parks allow dogs and cats on a leash or otherwise restrained. They are not allowed in lodges and cabins (except designated pet rooms), public eating places, food stores or designated swimming beaches and pools. A park may post trails closed to pets. This is the statewide policy. This park page does not state a different rule.
- Strollers: Not published. The park page does not say whether strollers are allowed; call the park (423-881-5298) before you go.
Directions and Contact
- Address2009 Village Camp Road, Spencer, TN 38585
- Park phone423-881-5298
- Reservations phone1-888-867-2757 (state parks reservations line, printed on the park page)
- Map point35.66013,-85.35636. Latitude and longitude printed on the park’s own page. Directions in Google Maps
- Official pagetnstateparks.com/parks/fall-creek-falls
Places Near Fall Creek Falls State Park
- 1Scotts Gulf WildernessState Park Unitabout 12 mi
- 2Cardwell Mountain State Archaeological ParkState Archaeological Parkabout 18 mi
- 3Cumberland CavernsAttractionabout 18 mi
- 4Rock Island State ParkState Parkabout 19 mi
- 5Justin P. Wilson Cumberland TrailState Park Unitabout 22 mi
- 6Savage Gulf State Natural AreaState Natural Areaabout 22 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to visit Fall Creek Falls State Park?
Entering is free: the Tennessee State Parks FAQ says there is no access fee at any state park. Camping, cabins, shelters, tours and reservations cost extra where the park offers them.
Are dogs allowed at Fall Creek Falls State Park?
Dogs on a leash are allowed under the statewide policy, except in lodges and cabins (outside designated pet rooms), eating places, food stores and swim areas. The park may post trails closed to pets.
What time does Fall Creek Falls State Park close?
The text of the park page does not print day-use hours, so we cannot state them (a linked FAQ PDF may; check it). Call the park (423-881-5298) or check the official page.
Can I camp at Fall Creek Falls State Park?
The park page lists camping, cabins, a hotel and group lodges. Reserve on the official page or by phone at 1-888-867-2757.
Are strollers allowed at Fall Creek Falls State Park?
Not published. The park page does not mention strollers, so call before you go.
What We Could Not Verify
- Day-use hours are not printed in the text of the park page. Some parks link a FAQ PDF that may list them; check those PDFs.
- Stroller rules are not stated on the park page.
- Closures and alerts change at short notice; the notice above is a snapshot.
- The county (Van Buren) is not stated on the park page; we added it from the town and have not confirmed it.
Sources
- Fall Creek Falls State Park on Tennessee State Parks (read 2026-10-30)
- Tennessee State Parks FAQ: entry is free (read 2026-10-30)
- Tennessee State Parks policies: pets (read 2026-10-30)
Last checked October 30, 2026 by the It’s Tennessee editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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