Originally published on Laura Holmes Travel Light Laura blog, republished here with the author’s permission.

When it comes to the mountain bike scene, Chattanooga is no longer the little train that could. It’s picked up speed and has evolved into an impressive, sleek locomotive rolling down the

Having the luxury of living in a city like Chattanooga also comes with the curse of someone always wanting to come visit you. I mean who wouldn't want to come see North America's first National Park City? Not to mention our ever growing culinary scene. While folks who live elsewhere might worry

Everyone knows one of the best parts of any outdoor adventure is that first beer and burger that comes afterward. As with anything good in life, the trail-to-tavern lifestyle is all about pairing the best of both worlds: blue skies and brewskis, muddy calves and margaritas, adventure, and

It's official—Chattanooga is the coolest city in the country. (Okay, maybe it's not actually official, but if you're reading this, then you probably think it's at least partly true.)

In order to make the most of what the Scenic City has to offer, we've compiled a list of 50 must-do outdoor-related

Chattanooga must have been crafted as a gift to the great state of Tennessee, as few places so dramatically showcase the wonders of nature. Just a stone's throw from downtown, rugged cliffs stretch across the skyline, mountain streams flow to stunning waterfalls, and the meandering river sustains a

Spring is on the way, and in many places that means one thing: rain. Lots of rain. In Chattanooga, where we receive an astonishing 53 inches of rain per year, this is especially true. From February through April, nearly-constant precipitation turns the trails into sloppy mush and makes many outdoor

Channel Your Inner Explorer on a Guided Hiking Trip

Looking for a great adventure near Chattanooga but new to hiking? Check out Experience Chattanooga’s hiking packages, especially “The Best of Tennessee” package. Experience Chattanooga offers private guided hiking tours led by local

There’s nothing quite like the magic of golden hour, when the light softens, the colors glow, and the views are nothing short of breathtaking. With river gorges, sandstone cliffs, and endless skies that burst into color morning and night, Chattanooga is a dream for sunrise and sunset seekers. Here

A City in a Park, Not Just a City with Parks

Not long ago, Chattanooga was known as one of the most polluted cities in America—buried under smog and forgotten by fresh air. But today, we’re turning that history on its head.

We’re now officially the first National Park City in North America—and