From the Tennessee River to the Cumberland Plateau and the Blue Ridge Mountains, Chattanoogans can find world-class hiking, biking, and paddling just a short drive from downtown. Thanks to Trust for Public Land, they can also enjoy a day of adventure without having to step foot in a car.

Trust for Public Land partnered with the City of Chattanooga to create the South Chickamauga Creek Greenway, stretching from the Tennessee River to Camp Jordan, it offers a world of outdoor recreation: walking, running, biking, even paddling from one of the greenway’s four canoe launches. The 13 mile South Chickamauga Creek Greenway system also has a practical side: Chattanoogans can use it to walk or bike to work or school—and avoid rush-hour traffic.

At Trust for Public Land, we are proud of our work to create Chattanooga’s most iconic parks and trails—like The Tennessee Riverwalk and Stringer’s Ridge—but we know there is more to be done. We are committed to connecting everyone to the benefits and joys of the outdoors. Over 60 percent of Chattanooga residents still do not live within a 10-minute walk of a park. We are working harder than ever to connect more people to great outdoor experiences and ensure everyone has access to the healing benefits of nature.