Piney Creek Cabins Guidebook
Parks & Nature
Fall Creek Falls State Park is Tennessee’s largest and most visited state park. The park encompasses more than 26,000 acres sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau. Laced with cascades, gorges, waterfalls, streams and lush stands of virgin hardwood timber, the park beckons those who enjoy nature at her finest.
Fall Creek Falls, at 256 feet, is one of the highest waterfalls in the eastern United States. Other waterfalls within the park include Piney Falls, Cane Creek Falls and Cane Creek Cascades.
The park is located just 5 miles from our driveway!
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Parque Estatal de Fall Creek Falls
2009 Village Camp RdFall Creek Falls State Park is Tennessee’s largest and most visited state park. The park encompasses more than 26,000 acres sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau. Laced with cascades, gorges, waterfalls, streams and lush stands of virgin hardwood timber, the park beckons those who enjoy nature at her finest.
Fall Creek Falls, at 256 feet, is one of the highest waterfalls in the eastern United States. Other waterfalls within the park include Piney Falls, Cane Creek Falls and Cane Creek Cascades.
The park is located just 5 miles from our driveway!
The hike into Virgin Falls, is a spectacular 9-11 mile adventure! It should be considered a strenuous hike. The trail descends around 900 foot in elevation along a path that in many areas is rocky with uneven footing. Most of the way it follows the river with many clear-water pools for wading. Please allow 5 to 9 hours for the hike. It is recommended to start the hike early in the day, in order to give yourself plenty of daylight. Know your physical ability! And be prepared with water, food, and clothing for the season. All hikers should let a family member or a friend know of their hiking plans, and expected time back home. At 1.5 miles there is a cable crossing at Big Laurel Creek: if the creek is flooding, please do not attempt to cross!
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Virgin Falls State Natural Area
2080 Scotts Gulf RoadThe hike into Virgin Falls, is a spectacular 9-11 mile adventure! It should be considered a strenuous hike. The trail descends around 900 foot in elevation along a path that in many areas is rocky with uneven footing. Most of the way it follows the river with many clear-water pools for wading. Please allow 5 to 9 hours for the hike. It is recommended to start the hike early in the day, in order to give yourself plenty of daylight. Know your physical ability! And be prepared with water, food, and clothing for the season. All hikers should let a family member or a friend know of their hiking plans, and expected time back home. At 1.5 miles there is a cable crossing at Big Laurel Creek: if the creek is flooding, please do not attempt to cross!
The entrance to Burgess Falls State Park is located just off Tennessee State Route 135 roughly halfway between Cookeville and Sparta - less than an hours drive from Piney Creek Cabins. The park is open year-round, but is closed on days of high precipitation due to the Falling Water River's volatility.
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Parque Estatal de Burgess Falls
4000 Burgess Falls DrThe entrance to Burgess Falls State Park is located just off Tennessee State Route 135 roughly halfway between Cookeville and Sparta - less than an hours drive from Piney Creek Cabins. The park is open year-round, but is closed on days of high precipitation due to the Falling Water River's volatility.
Cummins Falls State Park is an idyllic, but rugged, 282-acre day-use park located nine miles north of Cookeville on the Blackburn Fork State Scenic River on the Eastern Highland Rim. Located in the Cordell Hull Watershed, the area has been a scenic spot and swimming hole for local residents of Jackson and Putnam counties for more than 100 years. Cummins Falls is Tennessee's eighth largest waterfall in volume of water and is 75 feet high. Be sure to get your permit ahead of your visit.
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Parque Estatal de Cummins Falls
390 Cummins Falls LnCummins Falls State Park is an idyllic, but rugged, 282-acre day-use park located nine miles north of Cookeville on the Blackburn Fork State Scenic River on the Eastern Highland Rim. Located in the Cordell Hull Watershed, the area has been a scenic spot and swimming hole for local residents of Jackson and Putnam counties for more than 100 years. Cummins Falls is Tennessee's eighth largest waterfall in volume of water and is 75 feet high. Be sure to get your permit ahead of your visit.
Rock Island State Park is an 883-acre park located on the headwaters of Center Hill Lake at the confluence of the Caney Fork, Collins and Rocky Rivers. The rugged beauty of the park includes the Caney Fork Gorge below Great Falls Dam. These overlooks are some the most scenic and significant along the Eastern Highland Rim.
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Parque Estatal de Rock Island
82 Beach RdRock Island State Park is an 883-acre park located on the headwaters of Center Hill Lake at the confluence of the Caney Fork, Collins and Rocky Rivers. The rugged beauty of the park includes the Caney Fork Gorge below Great Falls Dam. These overlooks are some the most scenic and significant along the Eastern Highland Rim.
Crusher Hole is a large spring that flows out of and under protected land at Fall Creek Falls State Park. A big, blue, deep hole harbors rare life that loves icy- cold, clear water. Dive in (if you dare) and feel the chill and shock of water? perfect on a hot and humid Tennessee summer day.
To get there from Fall Creek Falls State Park north entrance, head west on Hwy 30 to Hwy 285 at the bottom of the valley and turn right. Go about 6.5 miles and look for signs to Crusher Hole. Just before the bridge over Cane Creek turn right onto Owl Hole Road. You have to cross a creek on the way in as drive through the creek. This is where the old crusher was and there are wild flowers all through this area.
Crusher Hole
Crusher Hole is a large spring that flows out of and under protected land at Fall Creek Falls State Park. A big, blue, deep hole harbors rare life that loves icy- cold, clear water. Dive in (if you dare) and feel the chill and shock of water? perfect on a hot and humid Tennessee summer day.
To get there from Fall Creek Falls State Park north entrance, head west on Hwy 30 to Hwy 285 at the bottom of the valley and turn right. Go about 6.5 miles and look for signs to Crusher Hole. Just before the bridge over Cane Creek turn right onto Owl Hole Road. You have to cross a creek on the way in as drive through the creek. This is where the old crusher was and there are wild flowers all through this area.
Tennessee's largest show cave and a U.S. National Natural Landmark; Cumberland Caverns displays some of the largest underground rooms and most spectacular formations in America. The daily scenic walking tour is offered year-round, from 9:00 to 5:00.
1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd, McMinnville TN 37110 (931) 668-4396
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Cavernas de Cumberland
1437 Cumberland Caverns RdTennessee's largest show cave and a U.S. National Natural Landmark; Cumberland Caverns displays some of the largest underground rooms and most spectacular formations in America. The daily scenic walking tour is offered year-round, from 9:00 to 5:00.
1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd, McMinnville TN 37110 (931) 668-4396
Entertainment & Activities
Open March - October. What is there to say? Who doesn't like a drive in movie?!?
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Sparta Drive-In
220 Roberts Matthews HwyOpen March - October. What is there to say? Who doesn't like a drive in movie?!?
We are just minutes from Fall Creek Falls Riding Stables. They offer professional and friendly services for horse lovers of all levels. Whether you own a horse and need overnight boarding services, or would like a guided trail ride, they have what you're looking for. Check them out at: http://www.fallcreekfallsridingstables.com
Fall Creek Falls Riding Stable
2532 Archie Rhinehart PkwyWe are just minutes from Fall Creek Falls Riding Stables. They offer professional and friendly services for horse lovers of all levels. Whether you own a horse and need overnight boarding services, or would like a guided trail ride, they have what you're looking for. Check them out at: http://www.fallcreekfallsridingstables.com
Join ArborTrek in the trees for an unforgettable 75+ element Treetop Adventure at Fall Creek Falls State Park. Combine your treetop adventure with hiking, biking, and sightseeing. Group adventures and adventure-based team building available to schools, youth organizations and corporate groups. Check 'em out here: http://www.arbortrek.com
Canopy Challenge Course at Fall Creek Falls State Park
1997 Village Camp RdJoin ArborTrek in the trees for an unforgettable 75+ element Treetop Adventure at Fall Creek Falls State Park. Combine your treetop adventure with hiking, biking, and sightseeing. Group adventures and adventure-based team building available to schools, youth organizations and corporate groups. Check 'em out here: http://www.arbortrek.com
Golfing for the more refined. A paradise of more than 20,000 acres sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau, Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of the most scenic and spectacular outdoor recreation areas in America. The park is home to a beautiful and challenging 18-hole championship golf course designed by renowned golf course architect Joe Lee. A three-time selection by Golf Digest as one of the Top 100 Public Places to Play, this a truly wonderful place to play. With almost no parallel holes it is an experience in the great outdoors with wildlife sightings at every turn.
Fall Creek Falls Golf Course (TN Golf Trail)
626 Golf Course RdGolfing for the more refined. A paradise of more than 20,000 acres sprawled across the eastern top of the rugged Cumberland Plateau, Fall Creek Falls State Park is one of the most scenic and spectacular outdoor recreation areas in America. The park is home to a beautiful and challenging 18-hole championship golf course designed by renowned golf course architect Joe Lee. A three-time selection by Golf Digest as one of the Top 100 Public Places to Play, this a truly wonderful place to play. With almost no parallel holes it is an experience in the great outdoors with wildlife sightings at every turn.
Only 10 minutes from Fall Creek Falls State Park and even closer to Piney Creek Cabins! This Shooting Park offers an array of activities and ranges as well as first-class facilities, all in a natural setting. The location boasts 254 acres of farmland and pristine woods with numerous spring fed ponds throughout.
1195 State Route 111, Spencer, TN 38585 (423) 800-7758
The Dead Zero Shooting Park
1195 TN-111 ScenicOnly 10 minutes from Fall Creek Falls State Park and even closer to Piney Creek Cabins! This Shooting Park offers an array of activities and ranges as well as first-class facilities, all in a natural setting. The location boasts 254 acres of farmland and pristine woods with numerous spring fed ponds throughout.
1195 State Route 111, Spencer, TN 38585 (423) 800-7758
For over 55 years Cumberland Caverns Historic Volcano Room has hosted a wide array of very talented musicians. This legendary room 333’ below the surface, has caught the attention of the music industry and entire world for its near-perfect acoustics presented with a backdrop of amazing formations and unsurpassed beauty. Forbes, Time, and Jetsetter- just to name a few- have included music at Cumberland Caverns on some of their most prestigious lists of places you don’t want to miss..
1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd, McMinnville TN 37110 (931) 668-4396
Volcano Room at Cumberland Caverns
1437 Cumberland Caverns RdFor over 55 years Cumberland Caverns Historic Volcano Room has hosted a wide array of very talented musicians. This legendary room 333’ below the surface, has caught the attention of the music industry and entire world for its near-perfect acoustics presented with a backdrop of amazing formations and unsurpassed beauty. Forbes, Time, and Jetsetter- just to name a few- have included music at Cumberland Caverns on some of their most prestigious lists of places you don’t want to miss..
1437 Cumberland Caverns Rd, McMinnville TN 37110 (931) 668-4396
Arts & Culture
Isha Foundation is dedicated to raising human consciousness, and fosters global harmony through individual transformation. Guided by Sadhguru, it is an essential resource for exploring the ancient science of yoga in all its depth and dimensions. The foundation offers a variety of programs that provide methods for anyone to attain physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Its offerings allow participants to deepen their experience of life, and reach their ultimate potential.
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Isha Institute of Inner Sciences
951 Isha LaneIsha Foundation is dedicated to raising human consciousness, and fosters global harmony through individual transformation. Guided by Sadhguru, it is an essential resource for exploring the ancient science of yoga in all its depth and dimensions. The foundation offers a variety of programs that provide methods for anyone to attain physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing. Its offerings allow participants to deepen their experience of life, and reach their ultimate potential.
Essentials
Save A Lot
442 TN-8This is the closest grocery store.
Brockdell Produce
2624 Brockdell RdA great place to get produce and locally produced bakery goods and preserves
Food scene
Subway
150 Sam Walton DrEasy Lunch right on HWY 111 in Spencer
Super close Beer, Snacks and all essentials that you may have forgotten. They even have a wonderful Grill - burgers, pizza and deserts.
The Way Inn
1989 Archie Rhinehart PkwySuper close Beer, Snacks and all essentials that you may have forgotten. They even have a wonderful Grill - burgers, pizza and deserts.
Great place to spend a lazy afternoon.
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Calfkiller Brewing Company
1839 Blue Springs RdGreat place to spend a lazy afternoon.
A mennonite owned grocery store. They also have an EXCELLENT deli counter - order your sammies for your hike!
Oak Ridge Pantry
Brockdell RoadA mennonite owned grocery store. They also have an EXCELLENT deli counter - order your sammies for your hike!
Hillis Highway 30 Market located on the corner of Hwy. 30 and Bone Cave Rd. in Vanburen County..They offer a full line of Breakfast from Gravy n Biscuits, to Sausage, Tenderloin, Ham Chicken and Bologna Biscuits..and a full menu of items to choose from for lunch from burgers to salads ...the coldest drinks and 100% pure non ethanol gas....Their store has been featured in a the National Cruizer Magazine ...Known for their THICK cut bologna sandwiches.
Hillis Highway 30 Market
9461 TN-30Hillis Highway 30 Market located on the corner of Hwy. 30 and Bone Cave Rd. in Vanburen County..They offer a full line of Breakfast from Gravy n Biscuits, to Sausage, Tenderloin, Ham Chicken and Bologna Biscuits..and a full menu of items to choose from for lunch from burgers to salads ...the coldest drinks and 100% pure non ethanol gas....Their store has been featured in a the National Cruizer Magazine ...Known for their THICK cut bologna sandwiches.
Right here in the center of Spencer. Great home cooked food, coffee and baked goods. Daily Lunch Specials!
Honey's
172 College StreetRight here in the center of Spencer. Great home cooked food, coffee and baked goods. Daily Lunch Specials!