2025 Road Trip - Fall Creek Falls State Park, Day 2

We’ve hit the road on our first big adventure with Coddiwomple (our trusty pickup), Cat (our cozy RV), and Rita, our ever-faithful travel companion. We rolled out of Belton on May 15, and we’re excited to share the journey—one stop at a time.

This blog will mostly fall into the Mile Marks – Feeding Our Wanderlust category, as entries will be organized by the places we stay in our home on wheels. However, I’ll also be sharing stories about the amazing people we meet, the beautiful places we explore, and, of course, the delicious food we find, cook, and enjoy. I hope you come along for the ride.

Holden's post completely captured the essence the fun we have had, but we have been so impressed with Tennessee in general, and with Fall Creek Falls State Park especially, that I have to say a little more about our stay here.

Tucked into the heart of the Tennessee mountains, the park was everything we hoped for and more.

From our site, we laced up our hiking boots and hit the trails to four different creeks and waterfalls—each one stunning in its own way. Some we admired from scenic overlooks, others we climbed around and explored up close, scrambling across boulders and wading through cold mountain water. Spencer and Jacob even attempted to swim against the current up to one of the falls.

We also visited the park’s Nature Center, which was full of fascinating history about the area—how it formed, who first settled here, and how it became the treasured place it is today.

We came across the Taft Village pool, which we learned is undergoing significant renovations this summer to improve its foundation, liner, lighting, and filtration systems—a temporary closure, but the area surrounding it, including an amphitheater is really neat and we could't help but imagine how lively the areas must be when it is buzzing with live music and filled with people.

We're headed out this morning for an 8-hour drive to our last two-day stop in Arkanas before we head home to Texas. But we will definitely be back to Tennessee and these beautiful Smokey Moiuntains.

If you love hiking, peaceful forests, and the sound of rushing water, Fall Creek Falls State Park absolutely belongs on your list. With scenic trails that lead to breathtaking waterfalls—some towering, some tucked away—and plenty of opportunities to wade, swim, or just sit and soak it all in, this park is a nature-lover’s dream.

Whether you're chasing waterfalls, exploring creeks, or climbing across boulders with your kids, there's something here for every kind of adventurer.

It's the kind of place that invites you to slow down, breathe deep, and remember just how beautiful the world can be. If you find yourself anywhere near eastern Tennessee, do yourself a favor and make the trip—your hiking boots and your soul will thank you.

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