Location: Fort Oglethorpe
Top Things to do in Fort Oglethorpe
- 1. Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
- 2. Lake Winnie Amusement Park
- 3. Rock City Gardens
- 4. The Georgia Winery
- 5. Point Park - Lookout Mountain Battlefields
- 6. Chickamauga Battlefield
- 7. Rock City
- 8. Coker Tire Museum
- 9. White Star Battlefield Tours
- 10. Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery
10 Things to Do in Fort Oglethorpe That You Shouldn't Miss
Fort Oglethorpe is a city predominantly in Catoosa County with some portions in Walker County in the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 9,263. It is part of the Chattanooga, TN–GA Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is home to Lakeview – Fort Oglethorpe High School.
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1. Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 455 reviews
America's first and largest military park is located just over the border from Tennessee.
Reviewed By RetiredTravelerTN - Nashville, TN
We spent most of a sunny September day visiting two national battlefield parks – Point Park at Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga and Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park in Fort Oglethorpe, GA. The Chickamauga park is larger and requires some driving. We started at the visitor center where we viewed the informative 25-minute orientation video and spent time learning from the displays. Gun enthusiasts will enjoy the gun collection that is displayed.
We had the option for a ranger-led tour or a self-tour; due to timing, we chose to use the park brochure for a self-tour reading the battlefield information along the way. The battlefield view from the top of Wilder Brigade Monument is especially nice on a pretty day. We spent about six hours visiting the two parks and their visitor centers and highly recommend it to those interested in history.
2. Lake Winnie Amusement Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 415 reviews
Reviewed By LuckySpivey - Atlanta, Georgia
Great place for family with younger children. We took our 6, 4, and 3 year old grandkids there and we all had a blast. It doesn't compare to 6 Flags or Disney, it compares to an old fashioned State Fair - with a water park thrown in as a bonus.
3. Rock City Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 765 reviews
Located atop Lookout Mountain, just 6 miles from downtown Chattanooga, Rock City is a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking "See 7 States" panoramic views.
Reviewed By Jen P - Charlotte, Michigan
We loved Loved LOVED everything. It was a cooler damp day but the turned it into Shamrock City. It was spectacular. Everyone was super friendly.
4. The Georgia Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 349 reviews
GeorgiaCome discover the surprisingly flavorful wines of the Chattanooga Valley's oldest and most celebrated winery - The Georgia Winery and Vineyards. Established in 1983, the Georgia Winery is the first of its kind in Georgia and is the only winery in the North Georgia area. Georgia Winery is a family owned and operated facility producing award-winning fine wines. Specializing in capturing the fresh flavor of the fruit results in unique wines that explode with flavor and tantalizes taste buds across the nation.
Reviewed By deborahsullivan154 - Ringgold, Georgia
We had a wonderful time at the Georgia winery. We did the Wine & Paint. They were accommodating and a very friendly staff. We have booked another visit.Thank you for taking your time to review us. We are so pleased that you had a wonderful time and it was a birthday to remember. We look forward to seeing you again.
5. Point Park - Lookout Mountain Battlefields
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 584 reviews
Part of the Chickamauga-Chattanooga National Military Park, these grounds commemorate the "Battle Above the Clouds" that was fought on Lookout Mountain in 1863.
Reviewed By Renee R - Fruitland Park
The weather today was overcast, rainy. This is an outdoor walk. Guided tour available. The view today was not great but on a sunny day beautiful views. Knowledgeable ranger. Would go again. This is down from the top of incline railway. You do not have to do incline railway attraction to fo this.
6. Chickamauga Battlefield
Overall Ratings
5 based on 297 reviews
Reviewed By Jennifer K - Chicago, United States
Our family visited the Chickamauga Battlefield (near Chattanooga). We had a wonderful time! The Visitor’s Center offers a 30-minute film to educate your about the battles fought their. The actual battlefield site itself is beautiful! You can tour various monuments through the park, each describingbtroop actions so you can understand what happened over the course of the three-day battle. While we were there, there was a Boy Scout Troop there and those boys had a great time. Please come visit this important historical site when you are in the area. It is free of charge and very powerful!
7. Rock City
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Located atop Lookout Mountain, Rock City is a true marvel of nature featuring massive ancient rock formations, gardens with over 400 native plant species, and breathtaking "See 7 States" panoramic views.
Reviewed By JHMC2015 - Knoxville, Tennessee
Trees and flowers were just starting to bloom when we visited in late March, so I imagine in a few more weeks the views will be even more spectacular. There are so many different areas along the trail...tight rock formations you have to squeeze through, gardens, winding paths, bluffs with amazing views, bridges, and caverns. The one downside to our visit was that it was packed with people which made for a lot of standing and waiting. We'd like to visit again in the Fall or on a less busy day.
8. Coker Tire Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By Richard C - London, United Kingdom
This is a little gem of a museum, some beautiful and very rare cars and motorbikes. If you love vehicles this is not to be missed and well worth the trip.
Fantastic experience, just one hour guided tour and FREE!
Unbelievable seeing these guys also making/repairing wooden-spoked wheels.
Thank you Corky
9. White Star Battlefield Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Lori D - Kent, Ohio
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour of The Chattanooga Military Park with Civil War expert, Rick Manion (White Star Battlefield Tours) as our guide. Rick did a wonderful job of providing the necessary background information about the generals, politics, conditions, and topography to make these five pivotal battles come alive. Because the battles are spread around Chattanooga and the city has grown up around these designated parks, we strongly recommend having a guide who can efficiently navigate as Rick did for us. We spent five hours with Rick as he narrated and set the scene for each of the battles. Through Rick we learned why the campaign for Chattanooga was considered the “Death Knell of the Confederacy” by many historians. Rick was also extremely knowledgeable about other battles; in fact, there wasn’t a question he couldn’t answer. We look forward to booking him again for a tour of Chickamauga.
10. Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 427 reviews
Opened in March of 2015, the Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery is making the first legal whiskey in Chattanooga is over 100 years. Daily tours include insight into our history, education on the production process and rounds out with a whiskey tasting! Come learn how we're building upon tradition and bringing whiskey back to the people. Our tasting room is now open Thursday-Saturday evenings as a full-service whiskey lounge featuring seasonal cocktails made with Chattanooga Whiskey!
Reviewed By Garry M - Orillia, Canada
Tried this whisky tasting experience after it being recommended and we're glad we did. It has been one of our better tastings that we've been to. The staff here were very friendly, informative and exceedingly knowledgeable Kaitlin and Matt were exceptional. The whisky flights were...MoreHi, Garry! So glad to hear that you enjoyed the tasting--we hope to see you back soon!
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