Cookeville "Falls in the Fall" (Chattanooga, Dunlap: place to live, food)

[JMT]

Norwegian videographer Paul Tellefsen recently spent a few days in Cookeville exploring the region.
http://www.technopaul.com/commission...nessee-tourism

When you think about Tennessee, your first thought is probably music. But what most don’t realize is the easy access to incredible waterfalls, hikes and scenic views within an hour drive from Nashville. Welcome to Cookeville, TN, a place I consider to be the hidden gold mine of waterfalls. Within a 40 mile radius within the Upper Cumberland there are over 100 documented waterfalls and too many scenic overlooks to count.

Over the past few years I’ve been able to visit some of my top bucket list destinations and honestly Cookeville is one of my favorite small towns in America! It’s a hard place to pass up with the amazing charm and an incredible outdoor experience.

I visited Tennessee for the first time in March of 2017, checked it off my bucket list and fell in love with Cookeville. After only spending a day there and getting just a taste of not only the landscape but also the food too, I knew I had to come back to experience more.

To close out 2017, me and my friend Jared Whitey packed our bags and heading on a hiking and waterfall adventure to Cookeville! Falls in the Fall! Over the next 4 days we visited 7 waterfalls, 4 overlooks and many state natural areas and state parks. It was the kind of trip you look forward to all year long.







Cookeville, TN | Falls in the Fall

[shinestx]

Most of those falls are only about an hour from Chattanooga. One of the most beautiful drives in the country to get there.

[JMT]

Originally Posted by shinestx

Most of those falls are only about an hour from Chattanooga. One of the most beautiful drives in the country to get there.

Yes, the drive between Chattanooga and Cookeville is one of my favorites. Not only is it gorgeous (especially the stretch between Fall Creek Falls and Dunlap), there's almost zero traffic. I can sometimes go for several miles without meeting another vehicle.

One thing that perplexes me about the above blog is that the videographer didn't highlight the waterfalls that are immediately right outside Cookeville (Cummins Falls, Burgess Falls, Waterloo Falls, Window Cliffs) but instead drove 30-40 minutes outside of town. Still, with over 100 documented waterfalls within 40 miles of Cookeville, there's plenty to explore.

[indyvic]

Met a gentleman here in Indianapolis on the golf course. He said he was from Tennessee. Thought he said Cookeville. He made it sound like a really nice place to live. Golf, fishing, parks and friendly folks. Like to take a look see and read any comments.