CONTACT US. A former staffer with The Miami Herald, Marie moved to SC in 1992. 2021 Schedule. This lot is are illuminated by natural sunlight during the day and by HID Parking Lot Lights, commonly mounted on poles and located in parking lots, pathways, and driveways. It is one of Ohio's most popular natural history attractions. The town’s history also encompasses nearby communities that housed rail workers, water department personnel, and loggers. Early industrialists built a dam along the river to power a sawmill, textile mill, and cotton gin. Parking. In 1921 Cedar Falls held their first Cedar Falls Interdenominational Bible Conference, as religion was becoming an important influence on the community. Employee Log-In. The city of Cedar Falls grew up from the Cedar River—with early water-powered industry and a crisscross of railroads driving its growth. Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613. SERVICES. [15] Veterans Memorial Park (1996), E. 14th St. and Waterloo Rd. Forms. The park is set in a mature grove of floodplain trees and dense under story vegetation lines the west bank of Snag Creek. The Hottest Track in Iowa. Cedar Falls is the largest waterfall by volume in Hocking Hills State Park. Cedar Falls Park has a 2.2 mile loop trail that follows alongside the meandering waterfall for nearly a mile before it turns to bring you back to the start along a wooded trail. Prohibition was also strongly supported by the community during this period of time and Overman Park and College Hill Park were created. In the mid 1800's, a grist mill was built above the falls to utilize this water power for grinding grain. While there are taller and wider falls in the park, Cedar Falls contains more water than its rivals. In 1910, a larger dam was built to provide electricity for Fork Shoals Mill, a local medical clinic. Remains of an early nineteenth-century mill, later a power plant, can be seen along the banks. The Historical Society. (You can always go back the way you came!) Queer Creek tumbles over the face of the Blackhand sandstone displaying the awesome force of water power. Thanks to our friends at Square, We are now able to accept Credit and Debt cards at the front Gate. Cedar Falls History. For over 55 years, dedicated volunteers, members, and local citizens have helped build a historical society to preserve and celebrate Cedar Falls’ rich heritage The levee between the Center Street Bridge and the dam separates the Park from the riverfront, but provides access to a commanding view of the dam, Cedar River and downtown Cedar Falls. Title: Paw Park.pub Author: AndersoC Created Date: 1/31/2013 12:39:40 Cedar Falls itself is the greatest waterfall in terms of volume in the Hocking region. The southern section of Greenville County‘s Reedy River is home to Fountain Inn‘s newest park, Cedar Falls. Points. The park was named the Peter Melendy Park in 1976 by the Cedar Falls’ Daughters of the American Revolution in recognition of Peter Melendy's work in establishing Cedar Falls. ABOUT. 1/31. More. Large parking lot with 268 spaces, gravel lot, with 10 handicap accessible spaces. Cedar Falls Park is a place of historical significance to the Fountain Inn area of Greenville. Some of the waterfalls along the river in this park are tall and rage with rushing water right after a rain. View Cedar Falls Park in a larger map. She is passionate about the outdoors, and enjoys exploring the state’s many natural treasures from the Lowcountry to the Upstate. Cedar Falls, originally a City Light company town, is located in the upper Cedar River watershed, 30 miles southeast of Seattle. Cedar Falls is part of the Hocking Hills State Park near Logan, Ohio. 7227 Waverly Rd. HOME. Racing Facility Located just outside of Cedar Falls, IA. A Brief History of Cedar Falls, Iowa.