Black Canyon Falls in December 2009
Black Canyon Falls seems to be appropriately named. The sky was moderately cloudy on the day that I visited the Fiery Gizzard Trail, but there was still some sun. When trying to photograph this particular waterfall, it was rather difficult. The rock consistently showed up as being very dark in all of the pictures. The rock surrounding the falls seems to absorb light very well, hence the appropriate name.
The hike to the falls was enjoyable even for a late December. I lucked out because the weather in Tennessee turned not-so-nice just a few weeks later. Still, the temperatures were very comfortable.
Directions:
- As you enter Tracy City along US-41, you should notice a sign indicating the Fiery Gizzard Trail/Grundy Forest.
- Follow the signs to the trail, where you’ll find a sign-in sheet and other information.
- This waterfall is found near where a number of trails merge.
Accessibility: 5/10 (moderate)
Height: 15′
Length of Hike: 1.8 miles round-trip
Where in the World is Black Canyon Falls?