the only legal way to Shanty Falls is via the Wabash River 4 miles east of Wabash . Shanty Creek is located on the south side of the river and the Limestone cliffs can be seen on the east side of Shanty Creek . About 1/2 Mile inland is Shanty Falls . For about a hundred yards above the falls Shanty Creek has a solid Limestone floor that then reverts to a normal creek bottom . This is the way to avoid private property .