Before the first light touches the water, Ross's Landing already buzzes with energy. Paddles clatter, racers line up ready to launch their boards & kayaks, and anticipation ripples through the crowd. The still morning air gives way to splashing paddles and cheers as one after another launches into…
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From expansive, glassy lakes to rolling whitewater, Chattanooga offers a smorgasbord of paddleboarding opportunities. Ben Friberg, a native Chattanoogan and the first person to stand-up paddleboard from Cuba to Key West said, "There are some pretty significant bodies of water in the area, so you’re…
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Swimming holes are what Southeastern summers are all about. And while the Chattanooga area is home to some seriously incredible places to take a natural dip, it's also home to plenty of private land with a number of tricky access issues. So, disclaimer: It's likely that your favorite Chattanooga…
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It’s no secret that Chattanooga is an outdoorsy city. With more than 50 trailheads within half an hour’s drive of downtown and mountain views everywhere you look, the Scenic City is a haven for those who want to feel connected with nature. Perhaps one of the best ways to become immersed in the…
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When the Olympics came to Atlanta in 1996, the decision on where to hold the whitewater paddling events was an easy one—even if it did require that the athletes travel a few hours into Tennessee. The Ocoee River is considered one of the top whitewater destinations in the world—and you don’t have to…
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Amidst the beauty of the Tennessee River, 15 miles from Downtown Chattanooga, sits the historic Hales Bar Dam that was once the first hope in taming the impossible to navigate Tennessee River. Although its efforts as an energy creating dam amounted to problem after problem causing TVA to create a…
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For most first-time visitors, the Tennessee River is the first thing they notice about Chattanooga. It winds past parks, bridges, and tons of neighborhoods. However, it’s not just a beautiful backdrop to a beautiful city. You can kayak, paddleboard, or fish right along its edge, join a riverboat…
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In the heart of Chattanooga, Main Street Farmer's Market opens every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:30 PM. From yummy desserts to fresh produce, this farmer's market has everything from sweet to savory. While all the vendors bring quality food, drinks, and passion, here are four must-see stops. Bread &…
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Sometimes the best way to experience a city is on foot. Walking lets you slow down, take in the sights and sounds, and even cut down your carbon footprint. Chattanooga is compact enough to explore this way, yet full of places worth discovering over a long weekend. This handy three-day itinerary…
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It's official—Chattanooga is the coolest city in the country. (Okay, maybe it's not actually official, but if you're reading this, then you probably think it's at least partly true.) In order to make the most of what the Scenic City has to offer, we've compiled a list of 50 must-do outdoor-related…
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