Spring is fast approaching and we're both itching to get outside and breathe in the fresh air. We wanted to do a short hike with lots of cliffs and waterfalls. So we decided to check out the Ozone Falls which I have read that this is the area where a battle scene in the "Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book" movie took place in 1994. (pretty cool , huh?)
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| Stunning Grand Ozone Falls |
This stunningly grand Ozone Falls is a 110-foot waterfall on Falls Creek that has been a popular tourist attraction for more than a century. The waterfall was named Ozone, because the mist from the falls was believed to have healthy qualities. Today, the waterfall is protected as part of Ozone Falls State Natural Area and it's just a short hike to see.
It is located just off U.S. Highway 70, Crab Orchard, Tennessee. From the parking area, a very short trail leads to the top of the waterfall, but you can't see much from here. There are no fences or railing so be careful near the top.
The parking is small and can fill quickly I recommend getting there early to beat the crowds. Some may say the trail to the bottom of the falls is difficult and strenuous. I am a seasoned hiker, and did not find an issue with it. I'm not a fan of heights but I made it down just fine, although I did stop a few times to figure out where to put my feet. Continue on the trail back towards the highway and it will curve back around and head down towards the waterfall.
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| The trip to the bottom of the falls can be slippery, but it is a beautiful walk. |
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| Ozone Falls is my absolute favorite waterfall. The
view is breathtaking, no matter where you're standing/sitting. It offers a
lovely and incredibly relaxing place to enjoy the view! |
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| This is a perfect place for just chilling out in the sun for a while with exceptional scenery. |
You can swim in the pool below the waterfall, stand underneath the waterfall, and even walk behind it. If I lived in the area, I would be here all the time on hot summer days!
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| I'm standing at one of the highest cliffs in the area (wooah!) |
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| We enjoyed our visit to Ozone Falls and would recommend it to others. |
That is soooooo beautiful. I have never seen a waterfall like that in real life. It's gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteSo niceee! I can't wait for my next hiking trip!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a really nice way to spend a spring day.
ReplyDeleteTrips that include trekking to a lovely view such as this falls really excite me. That's a breathtaking view and it's definitely worth all the efforts to go there!
ReplyDeleteThat looks beautiful. I'd love to just hang out by the waterfall.
ReplyDeleteIt looks like the trip to that place is worth it! Waterfalls are always a magnificent and pleasant sight for me and this one is certainly no exception. It also looks a bit reminiscent of ancient ruins, or maybe that's just me, haha.
ReplyDeleteOzone Falls looks so beautiful! I wish I could be there right now! Waterfalls are so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThat is so beautiful! I would love to visit that place. I love seeing waterfalls. They're very pretty.
ReplyDeleteIncredible. The only waterfall I have ever seen is a manmade one in a local park. It doesn't have anything on this beauty of nature. Truly awesome.
ReplyDeleteWonderful, ive never seen them before, looks beautiful, id love seeing them in person.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like the perfect place. We love hiking!
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to find a nature surprise.
ReplyDeleteIt's lovely there. I would want to put my feet in the water :)
Aaaand I'm officially making plans to go visit that waterfall! So pretty!
ReplyDeleteSo calming and relaxing to look at. Enchanting falls indeed. Love it!
ReplyDeletewow! what great photos this looks amazing...i have always wanted to see a waterfall..
ReplyDeleteI've never seen a water fall in person! What a beautiful scenery! I would be there all summer too if I lived near one.
ReplyDeleteTennessee is such a beautiful state! The waterfall is amazing!
ReplyDeleteSuch gorgeous pictures! Love your post and would love to visit that place!
ReplyDeleteTo be this close to nature is truly amazing. You guys are so lucky. It's a marvelous thing to see. I know I was in awe when I got this close to a waterfall.
ReplyDeleteMust be so relaxing there sis. The falls is so beautiful. I think I can sit there all day and just listen to the water fall.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beauty! I hope to see it or something similar in the near future.
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