💦 Waterfall Plunge Pool
🟡 Moderate $4 USFS day-use fee
🌊 About Baby Falls (Tellico River)
Popular 15-foot waterfall and swimming/tubing spot along the scenic Tellico River.
📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$4 USFS day-use fee
Water Temperature
💧 Cold, clear mountain water
Water Type
15-ft waterfall & swimming hole
Managed By
US Forest Service (Cherokee National Forest)
County
Monroe County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Tellico River Rd (FS Rd 210), near Tellico Plains, TN
Access Notes:
Roadside pulloff along Tellico River Rd
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Bring cash or card for entry: $4 USFS day-use fee
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace