Benton Falls
Polk County, Tennessee
Your visit at a glance
- Waterfall height
- Not recorded
- Location
- Polk County, Tennessee
- Access status
- Researched route and starting area
- The walk
- 1.5 miles each way; 3 miles round trip.
- Ground & access
- USFS rates the trail easy.
A signed recreation-area approach leads to the trail for Benton Falls.
Plan your visit
Benton Falls Trail from Chilhowee Day Use Area
1.5 miles each way; 3 miles round trip.
USFS rates the trail easy.
Where to start
Chilhowee Day Use Area, 7.2 miles up NFSR 77 from Highway 64; turn right into the day-use area.
Timing & water
Page marked open when checked October 27, 2026; seasonal hours not stated.
Before you go
Official hike page lists a $3 day-use fee; reservation requirement not stated.
Visitor informationVisit sources
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