There’s nothing quite like the magic of golden hour, when the light softens, the colors glow, and the views are nothing short of breathtaking. With river gorges, sandstone cliffs, and endless skies that burst into color morning and night, Chattanooga is a dream for sunrise and sunset seekers. Here…
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It’s finally starting to feel a bit like fall in Chattanooga. Cloudless, bluebird days have been the norm of late, and the leaves are finally starting to turn in the higher elevations of Lookout and Signal Mountain. It’s true: crisp weather like this makes holing up in a coffee shop or in front of…
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Fall is a magical time in Chattanooga. The mountains and valleys bloom into a canvas of reds and yellows, and you can almost hear a collective sigh of relief as the heat and humidity recede, replaced by crisp, cool air. Meanwhile, autumn festivals and seasonal events spring up like wildflowers…
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Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a born-and-raised local, get ready—Chattanooga is about to come alive with the sounds of bluegrass! For the first time ever, the IBMA World of Bluegrass is pickin’ its way to the Scenic City this September 16–20, and you won’t want to miss a beat of their…
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Ruby Falls has been captivating visitors since its grand opening in 1929—but its story began long before then. For more than a decade, founder Leo Lambert dreamed of finding an entrance to the closed off Lookout Mountain Cave, and after lot’s of searching he found something even more beautiful…
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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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Check out Chattanooga Tourism Co. staff's summer PLAYlist! These are our go-to’s for exploring the Chattanooga area in the summer when the sun is hot, the drinks are cold, and the creeks + evening jams are just beckoning you to visit. And who knows, you just might discover some hits you want to put…
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Channel Your Inner Explorer on a Guided Hiking Trip Looking for a great adventure near Chattanooga but new to hiking? Check out Experience Chattanooga’s hiking package, “The Best of Tennessee,” a private guided hiking tour led by local husband-and-wife team Ryan & Hope. This exclusive experience…
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This blog was updated July 8, 2025. It's no secret that Chattanooga is a thrill-seeker's outdoor paradise during the warmer months, however, with average high temperatures in the area ranging between 82 and 50 degrees from September through February, there’s no need to ignore the call 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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