Short Springs Natural Area, Tennessee, United States
4.5 (86 reviews) Spent Ranking #5 in Tullahoma Nature & Wildlife Areas
Incredible beauty
Visited the Short Springs State Natural Area and hiked Machine Falls Loop. This came out to a 5.3 mile hike over 4:30 hours and a multitude of elevations and billy goat trails. The weather was great, and there were very few people out today so it was very quiet. In addition to Machine Falls, I also did the Laurel Bluff (my favorite, so serene) and Adams Falls (challenged my stamina) Loops. Time to plan for the next hike!!!
Address
Short Springs Road, Tullahoma, TN 37388
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Website
http://www.tn.gov/environment/natural-areas/natural-areas/shortspr/
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Monday, May 13, 2024, 2:17
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4.5 based on (86 reviews)
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5Sue L 5:00 PM Apr 14, 2021
Well maintained trails and nice falls.
We went during the week to this awesome area. Trails are well maintained. Saw some crew working on making an observation platform (still clearing trees to build it) at Machine Falls. Will definitely make life easier to view it. We enjoyed our time there. Wear good hiking shoes and water.
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5Douglas W 5:00 PM Jul 19, 2020
Unexpected beauty in Middle Tennessee
Very beautiful and peaceful. There is a limited amount of parking which is actually a good thing as it keeps the crowd size to a level that you can enjoy the natural beauty. We only did one of the loops and the water features were like being in the Smokey Mtns. I had no idea this was in Middle Tn. Will definitely go back and walk the rest of the trails.
