Fall Colors in the Scenic City
Explore Chattanooga's nature hood and the vibrant downtown to find your favorite Chattanooga colors! See dazzling fall colors by land, water, and air, and sample some of the best handcrafted delights created from a bountiful harvest of our region at local restaurants and farmers' markets.
Get Outside Glow
OVERLOOK ORANGE
Hike one of Chattanooga’s many trails from a leisurely urban route leading to city views to a five-mile hike along the mountain top or visit Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center, a wildlife sanctuary located at the base of Lookout Mountain on more than 300 acres with hiking trails, canoeing, animal encounters, and unlimited nature experiences.
COOL METAL SILVER
Bring your bike and ride miles of breathtaking vistas along the trails of Raccoon Mountain, featuring nearly 30 miles of intermediate to advanced trails, Enterprise South Nature Park, home of the 2022 USA Cycling Paracycling Road National Championships, or any of Chattanooga’s 50 trails.
SANDSTONE CRAG BEIGE
With some of the greatest variety of rock characteristics in our area, Chattanooga has become the mecca for rock climbers. Climbers come from all over to explore Stone Fort (aka Little Rock City), Foster Falls, High Point Climbing and Fitness Gym for indoor climbing, and all our climbing spots.
DEEP TENNESSEE RIVER BLUE
The Tennessee River runs right through downtown with many access points for you to explore. Go down the river on a paddleboard, kayak, or walk along side it on the Chattanooga Riverwalk.
ROASTED MARSHMALLOW BLACK
Whether you prefer backcountry camping or an RV campground, pick a spot and connect with nature while you sleep underneath the midnight sky!
Touring Teal
RIVER GORGE RUST
Take a cruise into the Tennessee River Gorge, where you’ll see nature’s brilliant canvas of fall colors.
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Fall Foliage Sightseeing Cruises/Chattanooga Riverboat Co.’s Southern Belle
Oct.-Nov. / Dates and Times Vary -
Land-to-Water Tours/Chattanooga Ducks
March-Oct. / Dates and Times Vary -
River Gorge Excursions
Aug.-Dec. / Dates and Times Vary
OVER THE VALLEY YELLOW
Reach new heights and let your heart soar as you experience Chattanooga’s kaleidoscope of fall foliage from above.
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Lookout Mountain Hang Gliding
Jan.-Dec. / Offerings and Times Vary -
Chattanooga Skydiving Company
Aug.-Feb. / Offerings and Times Vary -
Rock Creek Aviation Helicopter Tours
Jan.-Dec. / Offerings and Times Vary
LOCOMOTIVE GREY
Jump aboard the Tennessee Valley Railroad or Lookout Mountain Incline Railway for a variety of train rides that take you through the beautiful Tennessee valley or straight up Lookout Mountain.
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Missionary Ridge Local Train Trips-55 minutes/Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
Jan.-Dec. / Daily, Times Vary -
Hiwassee Loop Train Trips-3.5 Hours/Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
Sept.-Nov. / Dates and Times Vary -
Lookout Mountain Incline Railway Rides
Jan.-Dec. / Daily, Times Vary
IRIDESCENT RAYS
Go on an adventure on an electric vehicle, silently speeding through hundreds of trails on an electric vehicle, zip through downtown on a Segway or bike, and more.
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Chattanooga Bike Share System
Jan.-Dec. / Daily -
Chattanooga with Chattanooga Segway & Bicycle Tours
Aug.-Dec. / Daily, Times Vary -
ChattaScooter
Jan.-Dec. / Daily
COLORFUL PALATE
Indulge in fall’s best harvest from local restaurants!
ARTISAN ICE WHITE
Take in the views as you sip on popular fall cocktails, sample Chattanooga’s growing craft beer scene, or find out how it’s made on a tour at the Chattanooga Whiskey Experimental Distillery or Gate 11 Distillery.
PATIO PURPLE
Fall brings the ideal weather for outdoor dining, and we have plenty of perfect patios for you (and your pup) to enjoy the fresh air!
HOT MOCHA BROWN
No matter what shade you take your coffee, stop by any of our local coffee shops for a delicious caffeine boost made just for you.
FRESH GREEN
Taste the warmth of autumn with an array of seasonal menus at some of our newest and coolest spots around town.
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