Tucked at the foot of Lookout Mountain, just a stone’s throw from Chattanooga’s St. Elmo neighborhood, a climbing oasis that combines adventure with environmental stewardship awaits you. The Boulders on Old Wauhatchie have been transformed from a forgotten, overgrown patch of land into one of the…
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There are many places to take in the beautiful fall foliage in Chattanooga from the scenic mountains to the winding Tennessee River, but many locals recommend a more hidden treasure. Tucked away just 20 minutes east of downtown is a 130-acre nature sanctuary with a history as vivid as the leaves on…
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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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Looking for great ways to see dazzling fall colors? Chattanooga offers many options to see the brilliant changing colors by land, water, and air! Enjoy miles and miles of breathtaking vistas from Signal Point (the southern terminus of the Cumberland Trail), Raccoon Mountain, Sunset Rock, Lula Lake…
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This blog was updated July 29, 2025. Do you live by the motto “one’s man trash is another man’s treasure?” Do you enjoy searching high and low for the best deals, or simply love to bargain? Do you spend your days sifting through the newest and largest yard sales in your area? Well, no worries…
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With an incredible panorama, fascinating history, and well-marked trails, Sunset Rock has long been one of Chattanooga’s most iconic destinations for both locals and visitors. On most sunny days, the parking lot is overflowing with cars belonging to hikers, runners, and climbers taking advantage of…
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In Chattanooga, life revolves around the Tennessee River. Literally. The broad waterway bisects downtown, and many people cross one of its four bridges multiple times each day. With riverside parks, waterfront restaurants, and plenty of recreation opportunities, the Tennessee River is the lifeblood…
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There are so many amazing places and attractions in downtown Chattanooga that it’s easy to spend all of your time happily exploring within the city limits. However, part of what makes Chattanooga such an incredible destination is its location at the center of a region that offers never-ending…
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Chattanooga is staking its claim as one of the country’s premier trail-running meccas. Thanks to the incredible commitment of non-profit and volunteer-driven organizations like Wild Trails, The Friends of the Cumberland Trail, Lookout Mountain Conservancy, and the Land Trust for Tennessee (to name a…
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For quality paddling in any shape or form, Chattanooga is inarguably a water lover’s dream come true. Within an hour of downtown, boaters can easily access world-class whitewater and scenic flatwater paddling destinations. At all times of the year you’ll find Chattanooga’s dedicated weekend warriors…
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