Category: Exploring Outdoors
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Easy Waterfall Hike Near the Ocoee River at Benton Falls
Along the scenic Ocoee River is a nearby mountain that is home to the Chilhowee Recreation Area and the iconic cascading waterfall, Benton Falls. Benton Falls is a favorite among the locals of the Ocoee River area. Located a little over an hour northeast of Chattanooga, this gem is a must-see. It sits atop a…
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Old Stone Fort: Tennessee’s Secret Waterfall State Park
Old Stone Fort State Park is one of Tennessee’s secrets because it’s home to some of the best waterfalls and hardly anyone seems to know. If you’ve lived in Chattanooga for some time and love to get outside, you’ve most likely hiked to Foster or Greeter Falls, visited Fall Creek Falls State Park, and hiked…
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Why Greenway Farms is the Best Park in North Chattanooga
Greenway Farms is a park located in North Chattanooga that contains grassy hills, a dog park, numerous trails, kayak launches and more. Located in Hixson, just north of downtown Chattanooga, is a well-loved park called Greenway Farms. Many people visit this park for hiking and paddling or to let their dogs enjoy the fenced-in dog…
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10 Chattanooga Area Winter Waterfalls to Enjoy this Season
Winter is waterfall season in Chattanooga so get started planning your hikes in the area with these winter waterfalls. Rainy season is upon us and that means bigger and better winter waterfalls. The Chattanooga area has plenty of waterfalls to choose from, but some are best explored in these rainy months. Keep reading to learn…
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Find Winter Adventure Hiking at Greeter Falls
Greeter Falls is a popular summertime destination. The upper and lower waterfalls are great for staying cool in the summer heat. But what about Greeter Falls in winter? I took the opportunity to visit Greeter Falls when there was ice and snow all around. Continue reading to learn how my experience went and tips for…
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The Best Hiking in Laurel Snow State Natural Area
Laurel Snow State Natural Area is full of raging creeks, flowing waterfalls, and historic remains, making it one of the best hiking areas in the Chattanooga area. Waterfalls, creeks, an abandoned mine and more are what you’ll find in the Laurel Snow State Natural Area. And with a newly paved driveway and parking area, anyone…