Location: Chattanooga
Top Things to do in Chattanooga
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Chattanooga, Tennessee (TN)
The name "Chattanooga" comes from the Creek Indian word for "rock coming to a point." This refers to Lookout Mountain, one of the city's major attractions. Here visitors can explore extraordinary rock formations, see a roaring enclosed waterfall and travel by train to the top of the mountain for truly awesome vistas. Back down on the ground, don't miss the world's largest freshwater aquarium, the Tennessee Aquarium. History enthusiasts will love the city's museums dedicated to Civil War, Native American and 20th-century history. More than anything, Chattanooga is a scenic city, full of natural wonders waiting to be explored by foot, car, bike or train.
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1. Robinson Bridge Fishing Park
2. Enterprise South Nature Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By Pismomomma - Chattanooga, United States
Thank you, Volkswagon, for this gorgeous nature preserve to enjoy! We hike, bike, and take visitors here all the time! The beauty is every-changing. This is a TREASURE BEYOND MEASURE!!!
3. Tennessee Aquarium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,874 reviews
More than 9,000 animals swim, fly and crawl through this aquarium dedicated to educating visitors about freshwater ecosystems.
Reviewed By kphil27 - La Vergne, United States
My husband and I have been several times and we have a blast every time we go! I could spend all day just watching the fish swim around it's so relaxing. There is a new exhibit called "island life" which is so cool! There's more fish and turtles and lizards in this exhibit. If you go during March, April, or May be prepared to fight off armies of little dudes on their school field trips ???? Be sure to look for Oscar the sea turtle when you're in the ocean journey building! ????????
4. South Chickamauga Creek Greenway
5. Lookout Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,246 reviews
Reviewed By C8004SFlt
Whether for the usual attractions or exploring this beautiful mountain, it is worth the short trip from Chattanooga. You can ride the incline to the top or drive to see the beautiful historic homes, famous Rock City with Lovers Leap, Point Park, Ruby Falls or explore nature at Lula Lake Falls or watch the Hang-gliders jump from the cliffs and soar over the valleys. Great day trip!
6. Ross's Landing Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
Walk over the world's longest pedestrian bridge
Reviewed By beatrive - Dortmund, Germany
One of Chattanooga's best spots to enjoy the riverfront. Just a few blocks from great food and lodging. There are always events going on to bring locals and tourists downtown.
7. River Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 92 reviews
Craft and art collections.
Reviewed By beatrive - Dortmund, Germany
Beautiful Gallery with many works of art for sale. We enjoyed the gardens and the Bliff view area as a whole. The apricot cookies were delicious at the coffee shop.
8. Riverview Park
9. Coolidge Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 771 reviews
Named in honor of a World War II Medal of Honor recipient, this seven-acre park features a restored hand-carved carousel, pavilion and interactive play fountain.
Reviewed By Loren256 - Russellville, United States
Coolidge Park is a must for us every time we visit Chattanooga. Our 3 small dogs pout if they don't have a walk here. Despite a sign at the entrance (which we didn't notice at first), it is actually dog-friendly. We have often seen other people with their dogs. It's a beautiful park, has restrooms, splash pad (during hot weather), plenty of doggy-bags for cleaning up, and the park is immaculate. We always meet such nice people when we visit. And the view of the river is awesome. If you have children, they have an enclosed carousel, which is vintage and beautiful. Highly recommend it!
10. Audubon Acres and Maclellan Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
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