Greeter Falls is a beautiful double waterfall located in South Cumberland State Park in the Savage Gulf section. The area is over 15,000 acres and has many things to offer for people who love the outdoors. The park is full of hardwood forests, creeks, and cliffs that make it a great place to explore.
Getting to Greeter Falls
The Greeter Falls trailhead is only a short 15-minute drive from Tennessee Glamping Domes in Altamont, TN. The Trailhead will be on your right. Parking will be to your left and offers ample space. However, it can fill up quickly, especially during peak times. Arrive early to secure a spot.
Trail to Greeter Falls
This is a somewhat difficult 5-mile out-and-back hike. However, the trails are clearly marked. There are a few forks in the path, so pay attention to the signs pointing toward Greeter Falls. One sign, “Greeter Homeplace Trail,” may be misleading, so go right instead. When you reach the canyon, there is a staircase to help you down, but be cautious of the slick rocks underneath the wooden steps. As you walk deeper into the valley, you’ll see a fork in the path that leads to the upper and lower falls.
Upper Falls
If you go to the right, you’ll see the Upper Falls. It’s a beautiful waterfall that is 15 feet wide and falls into a shallow pool below. It’s important to be careful because there are swift currents in the water, and the lower falls are downstream. It’s not safe to swim there, so make sure to follow the warning signs.
Lower Falls
Going back to the fork in the path, you can go towards the lower falls. There’s a spiral staircase that will take you to a great vantage point. The Lower Greeter Falls is a 50-foot waterfall that is very powerful and majestic. You can explore the area and see the Firescald Creek flowing by.
This waterfall offers an amazing hiking trip in Tennessee’s beautiful Savage Gulf State Natural Area. As you walk the trails and enjoy the waterfall’s beauty, take a moment to appreciate the untouched nature around you. Whether you’re new to hiking or have done it before, Greeter Falls is a place where you can make special memories and feel the magic of being in the great outdoors.
