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

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

If you’ve been searching for things to do in Chattanooga, you probably already have a long list of places you want to visit. But it’s the small details, like where to park, how to get around without driving, and where to eat that'll help you experience Chattanooga like a true local.

Getting Around

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

Winding wooded lanes, dazzling panoramas, criss-crossing streams, and a labyrinth of diverse trails make Signal Mountain a nature lover’s heaven. Just a 20-minute drive from downtown Chattanooga, Signal Mountain offers days of outdoor adventures and views that stretch on for miles. While even a

It's no secret that Chattanooga is a thrill-seeker's outdoor paradise during the warmer months, however, with average high temperatures in the area ranging between 82 and 50 degrees from September through February, there’s no need to ignore the call of the outdoors once the official summer season

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

It’s finally starting to feel a bit like fall in Chattanooga. Cloudless, bluebird days have been the norm of late, and the leaves are finally starting to turn in the higher elevations of Lookout and Signal Mountain.

It’s true: crisp weather like this makes holing up in a coffee shop or in front of

Fall is a magical time in Chattanooga. The mountains and valleys bloom into a canvas of reds and yellows, and you can almost hear a collective sigh of relief as the heat and humidity recede, replaced by crisp, cool air. Meanwhile, autumn festivals and seasonal events spring up like wildflowers,