The Wilson Dam waterfall with the Wilson Dam in the background (Bess Christopher / The Bama Buzz)

The Wilson Dam Waterfall is located within the Rockpile recreation area along the Wilson Dam. The TVA recreation center is full of hiking trails and scenic views like the Wilson Dam Waterfall. There are multiple waterfalls to view along the walk along with the Wilson Dam and the Tennessee River.

Keep reading for more information on the Wilson Dam Waterfall.

The waterfall

Along the paved path beside the Tennessee River, and just beside the dam, there are a couple of unique waterfalls visible. The falls are on a high rock wall adjacent to the dam. The waterfalls are made from small feeder creeks in the area.

There a a few smaller waterfalls along with a larger one at the end of the path. These waterfalls are visible year-round, even during dry periods they flow creating a gorgeous view.

The Wilson Dam

The Wilson Dam has been a staple in the Shoals for over 100 years. Built to supply power during WWI, the construction of the dam was completed in 1924.

The Wilson Dam is the only neoclassical-style dam in the TVA system. The design of the dam incorporates ancient Greek and Roman architecture themes into the modern structure.

The dam is impressively big, it’s 137 feet tall and covers about 4,500 feet across the Tennessee River. The dam is oriented between the cities of Florence and Muscle Shoals.

How to get there

One of the smaller waterfalls on the path with a seating area (Bess Christopher / The Bama Buzz)

To get to the Wilson Dam Waterfall, you will take Reservation road and turn off towards TVA’s Rockpile Recreation Area. From there, you will see a playground. Park here and walk through the gates towards the dam, the waterfalls are located along the path.

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