Falling Waters State Park

Falling Waters State Park

Florida's highest waterfall is surrounded by Huge trees and fern-covered sinkholes

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

The waterfall output fluctuates depending on rainfall totals. To inquire about the status of the waterfall, contact the park before planning your trip.

Hours

8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$5 per vehicle

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Location

1130 State Park Road
Chipley FL 32428

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Contact Info

850-638-6130

Welcome to Falling Waters State Park

Huge trees and fern-covered sinkholes line Sinkhole Trail, the boardwalk that leads visitors to Florida's highest waterfall.


Falling Waters Sink is a 100-foot-deep, 20-foot-wide cylindrical pit into which flows a small stream that drops 73 feet to the bottom of the sink. The water's final destination is unknown.

Only a few miles south of I-10, the park provides travelers with a quiet, serene stop on their journey. Visitors can see beautiful native and migrating butterflies in the butterfly garden, take a dip in the lake or have a family picnic. Hikers can experience the verdant, gently sloping landscape of North Florida.

Park rangers host interpretive programs in the amphitheater. Full-facility campsites nestled in a shady pine forest provide the perfect excuse for an overnight stay at Falling Waters State Park.

Plan Your Visit

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Manager's Message

Come out and enjoy a scenic walk and view sinkholes on your way down to the highest waterfall in Florida. Continue along and step back in history as you can see where an oil well was once in operation.
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Experience the Waterfall

While April showers may lead to May flowers, year-round rains provide the necessary element to a happy and fulfilling experience at Falling Waters State Park.
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Hiking/Walking at Falling Waters

Whether you’re a first-time visitor discovering Falling Waters State Park or so frequent a guest that the staff know your name, this park has a variety of experiences that are sure to satisfy the explorer within you.

Experiences

Birding
Birding
Camping
Camping
Camping, Primitive Group
Camping, Primitive Group
Fishing
Fishing
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Picnicking
Picnicking
Reunions and Gatherings
Reunions and Gatherings
Swimming
Swimming
Weddings
Weddings
Wildlife Viewing
Wildlife Viewing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Campfire Circles
Campfire Circles
Campgrounds
Campgrounds
Historic Site
Historic Site
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Playground
Playground
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
RV
RV
Shower Station
Shower Station

Falling Waters State Park Photo Gallery

Trail Walking

Falling Waters State Park, in Chipley

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Falling Waters Upland
Falling Waters Waterfall Observation deck
Falling Waters Playground Area
Picnic Area
Swimming Area
Family at the Falls
Sherman Fox Squirrel sitting on picnic table.
Geology of Falling Waters State Park
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Geology of Falling Waters State Park

Falling Waters State Park is the only place in Florida where visitors can see a 70-foot-tall waterfall! When there is sufficient rainfall, surface water cascades over the rim of a large, circular depression before disappearing into a cave.
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Wildlife at Falling Waters

Falling Waters State Park is where the wild things are. We invite you to come experience the many critters, that once properly introduced, you may find to be more interesting than intimidating.

People Make the Parks

Park Services Specialist Ricky Sandusky smiles ready to greet park visitors.

Staff Spotlight

Ricky’s efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Michael helped the park reopen quickly after damage that made the campground unrecognizable.
Volunteers Dave and Deb Martin

Volunteer Spotlight

The Martins have been volunteering with the Florida Park Service since 2016. They came to Falling Waters in 2018 and quickly became part of the family.
Florida State Parks Foundation

Florida State Parks Foundation

The statewide nonprofit partner meeting critical funding needs for universal access, conservation, education and preservation.

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