Bald River Falls
Tennessee · height not recorded · Bald River Gorge Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Sunrise 5:31 AM · Sunset 7:35 PM · 14h 4m
Snapshot built 2d ago. Sources: NWS MRX.
Bald River Falls is a waterfall in Monroe County, Tennessee. Height has not been officially recorded. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bald River Falls (this page) | — | — | — | Y | Free |
| Baby Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Falls Branch Falls | 7 mi | 98 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Tellico Falls | 9 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Blue Boar Falls | 10 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Hooper Falls | 10 mi | — | — | — | — |
Questions visitors ask about Bald River Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is Bald River Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Bald River Falls is inside Bald River Gorge Wilderness. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Bald River Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Bald River Gorge Wilderness permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Bald River Falls?
No entrance fee. Bald River Gorge Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Bald River Falls from a major city?
Bald River Falls is 7 miles from Tellico Plains (about 11 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.3243, -84.1778
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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