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…
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Let a Local Take You on a Guided Tour to Explore Chattanooga Visiting a fun and vibrant city like Chattanooga means the opportunity to try all kinds of new adventures. In fact, there are so many spectacular things to see and do here that it often helps to have a local expert show you the ropes…
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Surely Chattanooga was created as a gift to Tennessee, for there are few places where the wonders of nature are more breathtakingly displayed. Within easy sight of downtown, rocky crags reach out across the skyline, mountain streams lead to breathtaking waterfalls, and the rolling river nourishes an…
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Urban nature doesn't get any more wild, and yet as easily accessible as Stringer's Ridge. This 92 acre park, located a whopping 2-miles from downtown Chattanooga, is home to a charming trail system that is loved (or at least appreciated) by everyone who makes a visit—whether it be adrenaline…
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Autumn is when the Scenic City really earns its name. Chattanooga has become one of the top outdoor destinations in the country, with paddling, hiking, climbing, trail running, and mountain bike opportunities in every direction. Visitors can enjoy these trails any time of the year, but it never…
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Sure, you’ve hiked plenty of mountains. But when’s the last time you got to walk over and under the same mountain on the same day? Raccoon Mountain, just 10 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, offers an over-under experience like no other. Below the Mountain You’ll want to start your journey at…
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Taking an epic, all-day trip into the great outdoors is one of the best things you can do—when you have the time and energy. All too often, though, busy schedules mean that micro-adventures requiring little to no preparation are more realistic. And with manageable excursions around every corner…
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With nearly nine months of pleasant weather, seeing Chattanooga by bike is an almost year-round proposition. And there's no better way than via the city's bike transit system with its 400 bikes at 42 stations. How It Works The bike share program is quite simple. The Daily Pass offers access to the…
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Whether it’s long-distance road biking, singletrack trail riding, or casual urban cruising, there’s a lot to be said for exploring a city on two wheels. And with it’s thriving downtown area, surrounding countryside, and a huge network of nearby trails, Chattanooga is a prime destination for all…
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The Scenic City has made a name for itself within the cycling community. USA Cycling recognized Chattanooga as the cycling-friendly destination that it is by holding two professional road championships in the city. The IRONMAN Triathlon series brings athletes from all over the world to ride (and…
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