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Nearby Parks:
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Rockhouse State Memorial
Virgin Falls State Natural Area
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| State Park Overview: |
 | Burgess Falls State Natural Area, located in Middle Tennessee, lies on the eastern edge of Tennessee's Highland Rim adjacent to the Cumberland Plateau. This is characterized by sheer bluffs, narrow ridges, rolling water and abundant mixed forest. The Falling Water River runs through the area, providing breathtaking scenery and numerous waterfalls. |
| Nature of the Area: |
| Burgess Falls Natural Area is a sanctuary. All areas, features, including plants and animals (living and deceased), rocks, minerals, and artifacts are protected by state law. Violators are subject to prosecution. Fires are allowed only in grills. Trails are moderately rugged. Stay on the trails and watch your step. Help us keep the park neat and natural. |
| Reviews By Park Visitors: |
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The park shows GODS GREATNESS
Written by Trisha
11-May-2008
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spectacular falls
Written by Brian Salters
7-Jun-2008
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Beautiful water falls.
Written by bhunt
8-Jun-2008
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| Trails: |
| The primary trail is River Trail ? ? mile long ? non loop. This trail passes three waterfalls. It starts at the picnic area and ends at a platform overlooking the Big Falls.
Trails are moderate in difficulty. All are non-loop, foot trails (bikes, horses, etc., not permitted).
Children should always be accompanied by an adult.
Hikers should always stay on trails.
Combined total length of parks trail is approximately 1 ? miles. |
| Picnicking: |
| Burgess Falls Natural Area offers picnicking below the dam with a scenic view of the river.
The park has 24 picnic tables, twelve of which are equipped with grills. Picnic tables are not covered and are available on a first come, first serve basis.
A larger, covered picnic shelter is also available and can be reserved up to a year in advance. The shelter is equipped with tables, grills and restrooms. It is ideal for supervised groups such as reunions and church groups.
Shelters can be reserved for a half day (either 9 a.m. ? 1 p.m. or 2 p.m. ? 6 p.m.) or all day 9 a.m. ? 6 p.m. Shelters may be reserved between April ? October. |
| Boating: |
| Boats are not allowed below the dam and fishing boats are allowed only in the shallow lake above the dam. Due to heavy silting, this is not a desireable lake for boating. Trolling motors are the only type of motor allowed on boats.
There is no boat ramp at Burgess Falls. |
| Fishing and Hunting: |
| Fishing is available on Burgess Falls Lake and on the river below the dam when the park is open. The waters of Center Hill Lake reach the base of Burgess Falls.
Fishermen can expect catches of bream, bass and catfish.
There is no boat ramp.
Valid TN fishing license required. |
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| Area Accommodations |
| Campgrounds | |  | Griffin Island Campground - Sevierville, TN
Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Phone: 866-461-4561
Web Site: http://www.griffinisland.net |
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List your vacation cabin, weekend getaway, log cabin rental, romantic cottage, vacation home, resort, hotel, motel, bed and breakfast, country inn, campground, RV park, horseback riding stable, canoe livery, river rafting, outfitting, sporting goods store, guide service, RV rental or any other park related activity, park related attraction or park related service on Google or StateParks.com. (more).... |
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| Nature Programs: |
| Throughout the year, the park manager conducts the interpretive programming. The park also conducts park programs to groups upon request within the community (primarily within 25 miles) |
| Area Campgrounds | | Maple Grove Campground
6878 Granville Hwy
Granville, TN
(931) 653-4486
| Indian Creek Campground
4 Park LN
Chestnut Mound, TN
(615) 897-2233
| Horseshoe Bend Marina
6040 Webbs Camp Rd
Walling, TN
(931) 657-5080
| Edgar Evans State Park
1630 Edgar Evans State Park
Silver Point, TN
(931) 858-2446
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| | Area Fishing Related Businesses | | Twin Lakes Catfish Farm
580 Gainesboro Hwy
Baxter, TN
(931) 858-2333
| Caney Fork Outdoors
1189 Wolf Creek Rd
Silver Point, TN
(931) 858-5222
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| | Area Resorts and Lodging | | Hurrican Dock Resort
1175 Floating Mill Rd
Baxter, TN
(931) 858-2221
| Short Mountain Lodge #373
143 Lassiter Rd
Smithville, TN
(615) 597-5510
| Hurricane Dock Resort
864 Floating Mill Ln
Silver Point, TN
(931) 858-2221
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| Directions: |
| From I-40, take Exit 286. Turn South off the 286 ramp onto State highway 135. Proceed on Hwy 135 for 7 miles following the signs to the park. |
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| Boat Rentals | | | Griffin Island Campground - Sevierville, TN
Looking for something different? Griffin Island is a family owned and family friendly 32 acre property that includes rental campers, full hook-up sites, and tent sites for rent on Douglas Lake. Griffin Island is your getaway from the mainstream but close enough to all the attraction of Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg.
Phone: 866-461-4561
Web Site: http://www.griffinisland.net |
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