Outdoors
Chattanooga is known for being a city that loves the outdoors. Take advantage of this beautiful area by enjoying some of the outdoor activities listed below.
Hiking in Chattanooga
The Chattanooga area is home to hundreds of miles of various hiking trails. Need some hiking gear suggestions or resources to get you started? Below is a FREE hiking checklist, a Chattanooga Area Hiking Guidebook, and my tried and true hiking essentials. Then scroll down to find a hiking location nearest to you or simply find a new area to explore.
Chattanooga Hiking Resources
Everything You Need to Enjoy a Great Hike
Never plan a day hike without this checklist. Everything you need for a perfect day hike is included in this checklist. Use it digitally or print it out.
A Year of Hiking: Guidebook + Journal
Stay active this year by hiking the Chattanooga area, one hike a month!
12 Things to Pack for a Hike + Essential Hiking Gear Checklist
Everything you need to properly pack for a hike so you can confidently hike a trail in the Chattanooga area.
Chattanooga Area Hikes
Chattanooga Area Hiking Trails
You don’t have to venture too far out to find some amazing hiking trails in Chattanooga. All the trails located within the area highlighted in the map are listed on the page linked below.
South of Chattanooga Hikes
North Georgia and Alabama Hiking Trails
South of Chattanooga are plenty of beautiful hiking trails located in the states of Georgia and Alabama. All the trails located within the area highlighted in the map are listed on the page linked below.
East of Chattanooga Hikes
Ocoee and Hiwassee River Area Hiking Trails
East of Chattanooga are many awesome hiking trails located in the Ocoee and Hiwassee River area. All the trails located within the area highlighted in the map are listed on the page linked below.
North of Chattanooga Hikes
From Sale Creek to Spring City Hiking Trails
North of Chattanooga are tons of amazing hiking trails located in Sale Creek, Dayton, Sparta, Spencer, Spring City, Manchester and more. All the trails located within the area highlighted in the map are listed on the page linked below.
West of Chattanooga Hikes
From Jasper to Winchester Hiking Trails
West of Chattanooga are numerous, beautiful hiking trails located in Jasper, Sewanee, Tracy City, Winchester, and more. All the trails located within the area highlighted in the map are listed on the page linked below.
Biking in Chattanooga
Biking in the Chattanooga Area
Chattanooga is a popular destination for both mountain biking and cruising down a paved bicycle path. Click the link below to learn more about your Chattanooga area biking options.
Parks in Chattanooga
9 Best Chattanooga Parks for Local Park Fun and Relaxation
Chattanooga has plenty of great, local parks to enjoy, so here are a few of the best to get you started.
Montague Sculpture Fields: Chattanooga’s Must-See Art Park
Immerse yourself in the art of sculptures while enjoying the outdoors in downtown Chattanooga.
Visit Coolidge Park and Renaissance Park for Downtown Chattanooga Fun
Chattanooga is well known for being the “Scenic City” and these parks in the middle of downtown really showcase Chattanooga’s unique balance for the urban cityscape mixed with outdoor recreation.
Chattanooga Water Activies
Summertime brings heat that is combated with cold water. Chattanooga has countless swimming holes to hike to for cooling off. There’s also plenty of lakes and rivers to paddle and explore. And there’s nearby river tubing in frigid waters to make sure you’re not gonna overheat. So which method will you choose to stay cool, this hot Chattanooga summer?
Paddle in Chattanooga
With so many lakes, rivers, and creeks, Chattanooga has plenty of paddling options to choose from.
River Tube in Chattanooga
There’s a few different areas to try river tubing in cold, mountain waters in the Chattanooga area.
Swim in Chattanooga
Chattanooga is home to numerous swimming holes or blue holes (as the locals call them) for you to enjoy swimming in nature.