Activites at Fall Creek Falls

2009 Village Camp Road  | Pikeville, TN 37367 Park Office: 423-881-5298

Fall Creek Falls is noted for its breaktaking waterfalls and scenic overlooks, but there's much more to do in the region that add to the experience.

FISHING...A Tennessee license and park permit are required to fish in the 345-acre Fall Creek Falls Lake. Fall Creek Falls is the home of two state record catches, Channel Catfish and Bream. The lake also offers largemouth bass. Fishing in the creeks is also allowed. No privately owned boats or gasoline motors are allowed on the lake. Pedal boats, canoes and aluminum fishing boats may be rented through the park office. Please bring your own trolling motor and battery.
For boat rentals: 423-881-5500
Tennessee Fishing Regulations

BOATING...Fishing boat rental is available year round. No gasoline motors or private boats are allowed on the lake. Paddleboats and canoes are available April through October. Please bring your own trolling motor and battery. For boat rentals: 423-881-5500. Pontoon boat rides may be arranged through the programming staff at the Nature Center by calling 423-881-5708.

SWIMMING...The park offers an Olympic-sized pool with a wading pool which is open Memorial Day to Labor Day. Modern bathhouses and a snack bar serve the pool users. The Pool may be closed weekdays near the end of summer when lifeguards are unavailable. The pool is accessible to persons with a disability.

Golf • Camping

Hiking...is becomming a popular attraction for those visiting the area and looking to get some good nature trails in, and some of the best areas of the park are accessed via the hiking trails. If you're into biking, this would be a great place to test your skills, whether you're an amateur or expert.
(trail description) (map)

Biking...Three miles of paved bike trails and 15 miles of moderately difficult mountain bike trails are offered. Please remember that mountain bikes are not allowed on hiking trails.
Mountain Bike trail maps and information (printable .pdf format)

The Betty Dunn Nature Center offers some detailed and in-depth information on the park itself, including its history and best kept secrets.

Bird watching, horseback riding, caves, dining, shopping and countless more activities are awaiting you in the glorious splendor of the Fall Creek Falls State Park.