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Foster Falls

📍 Tracy City
Nearest Town
✅ Free
Entry Fee
💧 Cool, clear
Water Temp
🔴 Difficult
Difficulty
📅 Summer
Best Season
💦 Waterfall Plunge Pool 🔴 Difficult Free Entry
🌊 About Foster Falls

A large swimming hole with cold, clear water at the base of a dramatic 60-foot waterfall, popular with rock climbers too.

📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
✅ Free
Water Temperature
💧 Cool, clear
Best Season
📅 Summer
Reservation
Not Required
Water Type
Waterfall plunge pool (60-ft falls)
Managed By
South Cumberland State Park (TN State Parks)
County
Marion / Grundy County, Tennessee
Access Difficulty
🔴 Difficult
🗺️ Getting There

Address / Access Point:
498 Foster Falls Rd, Sequatchie, TN 37374 (Tracy City area)

Access Notes:
Steep, rocky hike down to the base — bring proper footwear

GPS Coordinates
35.1818, -85.6743
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✅ 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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    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
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