I think this would be a great place to bring our travel hammocks, a picnic and a great book!
There are some great rocks to sit on and even a place where people have built a campfire. Or you can walk down to the bottom of the waterfall and enjoy some fun climbing over the rocks, exploring and enjoying the spray from the water. You can go up to the side view and get a beautiful view from the top. Princess Falls is a beautiful waterfall with lots of great places for pictures. Located east of Yamacraw bridge on west KY Hwy 92. Princess Falls, is just over a mile from the trailhead in the Yamacraw Day Use Area of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area. Princess Falls is the first of two waterfalls one will view when trekking up the Lick Creek Valley from the Big South Fork basin. Once you see the bridge to the left, keep going straight. Trust me, it’s a beautiful hike but it’s not the best trail to take you to Princess Falls and Lick Creek Falls. Don’t make the mistake we did by crossing the bridge and walking an additional 3 miles round trip. This bridge will cross you over Lick Creek. But a good hiking stick is a great thing to keep with you! Right now we have been using a simple wooden stick, but we have been thinking about buying these great hiking sticks.Īs you continue on the trail, you will see a wooden bridge off to the left. Just be aware of where you are stepping and you will be fine. We did see 2 snakes on our hike, one garter, and one copperhead. The trail to Princess Falls is not overly strenuous, but you should definitely be aware of your surroundings. It is not always flowing but after the rain, it’s a nice little side view. There is a small waterfall to the right on your trail as you continue toward Princess Falls. You will want to stay straight on the Sheltowee Trace trail. You will first come to a fork in the trail giving you the option to go to the left or straight ahead. Cross the small foot bridge and begin your hike. You will follow the trail sign that says Sheltowee Trace. The trail to Princess Falls is approximately 1.25 miles. Parking is off to the right just before crossing the bridge. If you are driving south from Whitley City on US 27 in Kentucky, turn right on KY 92 and continue 6 1/2 miles until you reach the Yamacraw Bridge. This 75-foot narrow waterfall will be surrounded by lush green, uneven forested terrain.Where to Find Princess Falls Find the Trailhead 07 mile out and back trail will be perfect for anyone looking for a short and easy hike but still offering a slight incline to get your heart rate going! Located in the John B Stephenson Memorial Forest and State Nature Preserve off of Anglin Road in Mckee. Anglin Falls- Perfect for a short day trip, this. A 60-foot waterfall tumbling over sandstone cliffs will appear on the south face of Pine Mountain.ĥ. Rare wildflowers, black bears and Kentucky’s only known nesting ravens are all that encompasses this rich ecosystem. In 1985 the preserve began with 435 acres and has grown to over 2600 acres. Bad Branch Falls- Located off KY 932 in Eolia, this waterfall is your well-deserved reward to your moderately rated 3 miles out and back waterfall adventure.
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Plan your trip during a full moon to experience a phenomenon not found anywhere else in the western hemisphere the moonbow!Ĥ. This 60 foot tall and 125 foot wide wall to wall veil of water is magical day or night. Cumberland Falls- Walk a short distance to view a magnificent waterfall! Referred to as the Little Niagara of the South, Cumberland Falls is located at 7351 KY-90 in Corbin, KY. Located by Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area on 4564 Leatherwood Road in Whitley City, KY.ģ. What the waterfall lacks in volume it makes up for in beauty and serenity. Yahoo Falls- This modest waterfall is at the top of a moderately rated 4.2 mile hike that will lead you to Yahoo Falls.
Several crosses line the area in remembrance of those who have passed attempting the dive.Ģ. Rocks can be slippery at the top and are not safe for jumping. You can locate this fall along Country Club Road in Albany 42602 and is an easy houseboat accessible attraction only 7 lake miles from Wolf Creek Marina and a mere 10 lake miles from Beaver Creek Marina.
Seventy-Six Falls- Named after the first town established in the 1800’s called Seventy Six, KY. Kentucky's Lake Cumberland area offers many impressive natural wonders with a surprising abundance of waterfalls! Here is a list of some of the area favorites.ġ.
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