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 Experience the scenic beauty of Tennessee |
900 North Sanctuary Road off Gunbarrel Road Chattanooga, TN 37421 United States +1 423 892 1499 http://www.audubonchattanooga.org |
Chattanooga's Audubon Society operates these two facilities to provide a haven for wildlife and lovers of the great outdoors. Audubon Acres features over 10 miles of hiking trails on 140 acres in the wooded hills of East Tennessee. Numerous exhibits showcase the types of wildlife including endangered species, which are indigenous to this area. Admission is $2 for adults and $1 for children. Maclellan Island is a 20-acre strip of land in the middle of the Tennessee River that can only be reached by boat or canoe. Regular excursions to the island can be arranged through the Audubon Society. The island is extremely biodiverse with plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful park on the Tennessee River |
5801 Champion Road Chattanooga, TN 37341 United States +1 423 894 4955 http://www2.una.edu/geography/... |
River recreation is a big part of the lives of local residents of the Scenic City. Visitors also spend a great deal of time in the tranquil settings of our State Parks along the Tennessee River, including this one. With a boat launch, pool with bathhouse, picnic areas with grills, hiking trails, playgrounds and basketball courts, there is something for everyone to enjoy. There are camping spaces for 96 campers and a lodge that accommodates 42. Admission and use of the park is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nation's oldest military park |
US Highway 27 - Lafayette Road Chattanooga, GA 30742 United States +1 423-821 7786 http://www.nps.gov |
Just south of Chattanooga is the site of the area's longest and bloodiest battle of the United States Civil War. The U.S. War Department (now the Department of the Interior) declared this battlefield a National Military Park. It has attracted millions of visitors over the years. A visitor's center provides detailed information about the history of the battlefield and the battles fought here. The self-guided tour takes you through a number of battle sites, Wilder Tower lookout and a common area for picnics and recreation. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Chattanooga's newest recreation center |
150 River Street on the Riverfront Chattanooga, TN 37405 United States http://www.chattanooga.gov/PRA... |
Once an abandoned shipping yard, Coolidge Park has carried the spirit of revitalization from downtown to the North Shore. The park features a century-old, hand-carved carousel. A large fountain with stone horses, lions and sea turtles sprays water to cool youngsters on hot summer afternoons. A large common area along the riverfront allows for games, picnics and relaxing afternoons. Two stages and a pavilion area offer space for weddings and other special events. Park admission is free. Fee to rent the stage or pavilion. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Stimulate your child's imagination and muscles |
4910 Swinyar Drive Chattanooga, TN 37315 United States |
These days, children seem to be spending more time watching television and playing video games and less time outside. This facility is sure to lure your kids away from the electronic baby-sitter. A full-scale community playground, the Imagination Station features wooden forts and old train cars for kids to explore. There are enough swings, see-saws and slides to keep your active youngsters busy for hours. Admission is free. Collegedale is 15 miles east of downtown Chattanooga. Take I-75 North to the Collegedale exit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mountain-sized fun |
319 West Hills Drive Chattanooga, TN 37419 United States +1 423 821 9403 http://www.raccoonmountain.com/ |
Just west of Chattanooga is a high ridge known as Raccoon Mountain. Outdoor types love this area for camping, but there is a lot more to do than simply pitch a tent. Drive like the Andrettis on the Grand Prix Go-Cart course or swing like Babe Ruth in the Batting Cages. Caving series of caves in and around the mountain and hang-gliding lessons are also popular. Feel lucky? You can pan for gold and gemstones in the creeks that run along the base of the mountains. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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TVA's largest stone dam |
319 West Hills Dr Chattanooga, TN 37419 United States http://www.tva.gov/heritage/mo... |
This structure is Tennessee Valley Authority's largest rock-filled dam, measuring 230 feet high and 8,500 feet long. The 520-acre lake atop the mountain is a part of the TVA hydropower system. Take an amazing tour into the mountain, dam and powerhouse. After your tour, settle down to a picnic lunch at one of the many picnic areas or take in the view of the scenic Tennessee Valley where the mountaintop offers a breathtaking vantage point. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Natural beauty of the Scenic City |
400 Garden Road Chattanooga, TN 37403 United States +1 423 821 1160 http://www.chattanooga.net/rri... |
At the base of Lookout Mountain, situated along the banks of Lookout Creek, is a tranquil setting for this wildlife refuge and nature park. More than 300 acres of wildflowers, scenic landscapes and old growth trees are on display in all their natural wonder. The three-mile loop around the park is accessible by foot, car or bicycle and provides a panoramic view of one of the most bio-diverse areas in the United States. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Walk along an enchanted trail |
1400 Patten Road Chattanooga, TN 37350 United States +1 423 820 2531 http://www.seerockcity.com |
Rock City is a beautiful collection of gardens atop Lookout Mountain providing stunning views of the city and profound solace from the busy world below. One of many popular sites above the mountain, this attraction offers thrills at a swinging bridge, chills at the edge of Lovers' Leap and spills inside Mother Goose's Nursery for kids. Trails lead through Fat Man's Squeeze (you better work out before you come here) to the scenic overlook where you can see Seven States (you'll just have to come see how they pull that one off). Admission rates are: $11.95 for adults; $6.50 for children. Free parking is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Where life gets wild! |
400 Garden Road at the foot of Lookout Mountain Chattanooga, TN 37350 United States +1 423 821 1160 |
From fox to bobcat to the endangered red-tailed hawk, these animals are not on display, rather living their lives free from zoo cages or poachers, in their natural habitat. Endangered species, injured animals and birds that choose to make their home here are cared for by the staff and seem to enjoy the company of visitors. Scenic walkways, hiking paths and educational centers make this more than an animal exhibit. This is a full-featured outdoor park for families looking for outdoor adventure. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World's longest pedestrian bridge |
1 Walnut Street Chattanooga, TN 37403 United States +1 615 757 7589 |
Erected in 1890, the Walnut Street Bridge was the first to connect Chattanooga's downtown with the North Shore. Structural modifications have been made to turn the bridge into what is now a pedestrian walkway. The 1/2-mile span is the longest pedestrian bridge in the world and very popular among local residents. Providing spectacular views of Coolidge Park, the Tennessee Aquarium and the Riverfront, the bridge is available for weddings and special events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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