When we first were looking to stay in the mountains around Chattanooga we narrowed our places down…read moreto: Cabin a place that allows dogs a place that would be very clean and Awesome all around Even though we planned and picked based on this criteria, I was still more than happy to find that we hit it perfect with the Hidden Hills Farm cabin. We checked in in the middle of the night, so we couldn't see much. We knew we had to cross a new bridge and when we did we could make the outline of the cabin, which we already knew was on the smaller size. When we walked in and soaked the place up it seems so much larger inside. The space was so efficiently built that there was a living room, full kitchen and the sleeping area upstairs. By knows means is it Ginormous though. We slept great and the next morning we were treated to the view of horses, sheep, chicken and goats in the pasture back beyond the bridge and field we came in from. We explored the farm over the next couple days and the mountains too. But usually we were happy to come back, sit on the porch and talk or read a book or watch a movie at one point. My dog loved the area and the cabin. He is crate trained and seemed to think of the cabin as one big crate for his "pack". Although I like to mix it up when traveling, I think we may end up staying at the cabin again.

Another wonderful experience , riding Rocky and Wilson as my trail guide…read more. This is my second ride at the farm and both experiences have been a delight. The horses are responsive, well behaved and such a pleasure to ride. Can't wait to go back a d meet another horse.

Saturday -looked at the boats found one, filled out the paper work went home, Larry calls and we go…read moreback to sign the papers and talked about cleaning the boat. Mon -went back to get boat but wash boy laid out I was told by Larry,so we talked and Tuesday I personal business. Wed.-retuned to pick up boat Not washed. I am not a complainer but if you buy a boat should it not be cleaned before you take it home from a boat dealer

Good spot. Mexican resturant us very good. Get there early though, it fills up quickly.read more

the best place to get away The deer will come rite up to…read moreyou i would definitely live here if I could people are very nice clean bathroom

From day use to camping to fishing, this is a great state park. We stopped to take a nice walk with…read morethe dogs. I noticed the camping, fishing, lots of places to hike and lots of entry to the water. Definitely a great day trip

After living a number of years in Tennessee up the road from Chester Frost Park, when I decided to…read morereturn to the area as a visitor, I needed a place to camp and I knew this park would fit the bill. I have visited the park numerous times over the years while I lived here, but had never camped or stayed in the camping area. The park is well-maintained, at least the campsites are. They have easy access and are nice and level with good fire pits in picnic tables for each one. Being from the area, it was not a surprise to me to have the Lake level low when I was here in March because I know that TVA lowers the lake every winter for flood control And raises it back up in April so the water level didn't bother me. The check-in experience online was simple and straightforward. The staff at the range station are outstanding, very personable and friendly. I stayed for a week and enjoyed myself. The only downside was the showers and the bath houses. They are a little rundown and need to be upgraded. Other than that. It's a nice campground clean and well kept. People were friendly and it's a beautiful area to hang out and just enjoy the outdoors.

What a grand campground!! It was a gift from TVA in 1958 to the county for public use…read more Not only was there a campground, there was a day use beach & playground! We just spent 3 nights with two other families there. One family has two littles, one couple had their young grandson, and we are part time empty nesters. There is something for everyone!!! Lots of water for our kayaks, other's jet skis and of course several boat docks! The RV sites are good size, with water & electric. Tent camping sites looked pretty good as well. It is a truly hidden jewel so close to Chattanooga & Dayton TN. Been living in East TN for 21 years and never knew about this wonderful spot. We will be back!

This place is less than 10 miles from home...but we love it! Quiet, easy access, waterfront sites…read moreand friendly management. When we feel the urge, but time is a factor...this is our go to place.

The owner calling me a liar and my post false is unbelievable. What I wrote is true. 1000% because…read moreI saw it myself. It was the restroom by the beach. Multiple people observed it, and talked about it amongst ourselves. I gave the review a 3 star (and nothing lower) because we love this place, and didn't want it to get a low rating on only one issue, but to be called a liar, by the owner, is unacceptable. What I and others saw, on that week, is factual, and stayed for a few days. And to have it dismissed and have my integrity called into question, by the owner, is unbelievably unprofessional. This was not a "revenge post" as you seem to be alluding to, this happened. I will not and am not putting down a great place, just because and I won't stoop to that level now, even though you called me a liar. I simply posted about an issue, that happened. We have been back since, and it hasn't been an issue, BUT to pretend what we experienced that trip, didn't happen, is unacceptable.

Our guide Corinna was absolutely amazing! She was super positive, energetic and so personable! We…read morehad a great family experience and would highly recommend this company and guide to anyone!

My son and I booked a full trip and were paired up with Jeffrey! This was by far the best trip down…read morethe Ocoee I've ever had! Jeffrey is an amazing guide. We stayed in the campground (in our tent) and had a really great time. They have really good facilities (showers/restrooms) and an onsite eatery. If anyone is considering booking a trip, Adventures Unlimited is a fantastic company and request Jeffrey if you can!

We had such a wonderful time at Ocoee Riverside Farm! The tour guides were incredibly…read moreknowledgeable, friendly, and so great with the kids. You can tell they truly care about the animals and love sharing what they know. There was such a great variety of animals, and everything was very family and kid friendly. We especially appreciated the Bible references woven into the presentations about the animals -- it made the experience feel even more meaningful and unique for our family. So thankful for the time and care everyone put into making it such a fun and memorable visit. We will definitely be back! P.S. We added the kangaroo encounter and Mama's dreams were made! It was a sweet, intimate experience and we learned so much! Definitely recommend adding that on and meeting the "Friends" crew!

I discovered Ocoee Riverside Farm through a suggestion on TikTok. When I saw all the interactive…read moremeet and greets with the animals, visiting this place was nonnegotiable, lol. You can come experience the farm for a few hours featuring 30 - 60 minute guided tours and animal encounters. Or.... You can stay in accommodations on the grounds of Ocoee Riverside Farm. It's a nice retreat away among the flatland plains of Tennessee. They offer old fashioned farm cabins, wagons, lofts, condos and glampsites. Prices range anywhere from $100 - $200 per night. I was exclusively here to spend time introducing myself to the farm residents. The most popular option offered to visitors is the $19.99 Farm Tour & Animal Encounter. The tour lasts 75 - 90 minutes. Now...when choosing this tour, they offer 50% discount add-on experiences to entice guests to stay and play longer. There's the Kangaroo Encounter - $14.99 (normally $29.99) for 30 extra minutes saying hello to kangaroos. There's the Camel Encounter - $9.99 (normally $19.99) for 30 extra minutes learning about the two camels living on the farm including riding on their humpbacks. So...right there w/ the basic Farm Tour for 75 - 90 minutes and including the Kangaroo and Camel experiences, that's 2.5 hours of fun at Ocoee Riverside Farm for a total $45. I think that's a total bargain. And...they plan activities to coincide with each other so visitors aren't standing around waiting for their next interactions. But.... Ocoee Farm offers even more chances to get up close encounters with their animals. For extra $$$, everything is on the table, lol. More add-on animal meet and greets including.... - Sloth/VIP Encounter - $99.99 - two 30 minute sessions. - Baby Kangaroo Bottle Feeding - $29.99 - 30 minutes. - Sloth Cuddles and Snuggles - $119.99 - 30 minutes. - Hug -A-Highland - $19.99 - 30 minutes. - Horseback Riding - 20, 45 and 60 minute rides. - Fennec Fox - $14.99 - 30 minutes. - Baby Llama and Alpaca Feeding - $14.99 - 30 minutes. There's even more farm experiences guests can pick from... I added the Hug-A-Highland and Baby Llama and Alpaca Feedings for $14.99 each, which brought my total to $75 plus taxes and fees for 3.5 hours on a weekend day. The Farm sent me a confirmation email with a list and itinerary for the a-la-carte experiences I signed up for. They instructed me to arrive at 9am. I departed the farm by 1pm. Extra highlights... - With all the various animal interactions and guided tours, every staff member was ultra friendly and went out of their way to ensure guests left with wonderful memories. Fallon, McKenna, Michael and Vladik were knowledgeable about the animals and they kindly offered to take pictures and videos for visitors. - Included in the Farm Tour is the Petting Zoo where they provide a bag of pellets to feed goats, sheep, donkeys, llamas and alpacas. After the Petting Zoo, visitors step inside the Barn to greet...iguanas, parrots, an anteater, hedgehog, lizard, mouse, baby camel and adult camel. - Lastly, I met John, the owner. He shared stories about his life before Ocoee Riverside Farm, his time in the armed services and how he and his family are 100% committed towards giving their farm animals the best possible lives. I had a wonderful experience at this tucked away hidden gem in Benton, Tennessee. If you're near the Chattanooga, TN area, Ocoee Riverside Farm is a quick 40 mile drive east. Thank you for having me.

I heard a man in his grandson owned this Marina, and that just sounded good. The lady gave a 5…read morerating based on one day. I seriously doubt she still keeps a boat there today. If you want to know the truth about marina ask the tenants, ask the livaboards, ask a boat owners what they thought of the service. I asked at least 10 people they all said the same thing. When asked about the dock maintenance, they said if you want something fixed here you got to fix it yourself. The people at this Marina had only negative things to say. I would use direct quotes but I would have to use too much profanity. Many of the tenants here remain due to the lack of slips available at other marinas. He made the worst first impression of any man that I've ever met. He refused a handshake and then never looked me in the eye as he told me a different set of lies than what he told me on the phone. Mike Mann doesn't know what the term "boater courtesy" means. I was seeking service and possibly a slip. My boat had become disabled right outside of the Marina's entrance from the water. He refusing parking privileges in his life it was extremely unprofessional and rude. I gave the man a second chance and offered him $100 for parking privileges so that I may access my boat. He closed the door in my face and barked " your letting my air out"and that he would have me towed at my expense if I parked in his lot. I was appalled at the man's behavior. I am the grandson of the man who built many of the beautiful Chris-Craft boats that are still in service today. In my 51 years on the waters from the Colorado to the Tennessee River I've encountered many personalities. I gave Mike Mann another chance. I needed service and the repair required my boat to be out of the water. I talked to several of the men that worked in the shop. None of them knew anything about boats. I was alarmed. I observed them have a boat out of the water for 3 weeks to do a bottom paint. It takes one man 3 days in about 16 actual working hours to do this job. I asked another man who had the bottom of his boat finished here. He said it took over 2 months. This is a job that I have done dozens of times myself. It takes one man no more than 3 days. You can tell the men were struggling and they didn't know what they were doing. Observation strengthened my first impression. This is a poorly managed facility owned by a man that no one respects because of his shady business practices and disrespectful nature. There are docks in disrepair with sunken boats in the bottom of slips. The marina looks like a place where derelicts come to die owned by a man that doesn't care. if someone hadn't told me I would have never guessed this man to be the owner. Given the poor treatment I received the poor service I observed and the testimonies of at least 10 other boat owners that have boats here.. It saddens me, but I have to give this Marina zero Stars. If if there is an investor out there that's interesting in opening Marina we need you in Tennessee. Every Marina from Blue water to the Chickamauga dam is it maximum capacity. there is a 2-year wait on average to get a slip and up to 70 boats in line and few places that offer service.. i would recommend Erwin Marina at the Chickamauga dam. The marina is very well maintained, the staff knowledgeable and experienced. I'm a carpenter and several of my customers slip boats at the Erwin Marina. My friends at this Marina say it cost a little bit more but that's because it's worth it. I saw nothing that even vaguely resembles a yacht at the Big Ridge Yacht club. I found it to be a poorly maintained Marina ran by man that does not know the meaning of the word courtesy. It saddens me as a boatsman, but I have to give this Marina zero Stars. I can't think of anything good I can say about it. If you want to know the truth about a marina, ask the liveaboards that have been there for a while. They're an excellent source of information and most will be completely honest with you as that is a boater courtesy. I am still anchored out, id rather weather the storms slip a boat at big ridge. I need service. I will not seek it at this Marina. This is an honest and accurate non-biased report of my experience. The boat that is disabled is a houseboat bought as a gift for my mother. My boat is a beautiful Trojan f26 that I live aboard year round completely independent of a marina. I hope this was helpful and saves someone from having a bad marina experience. Live in love and peace-- Captain TJ Dennis Zero 's and two for the Big Ridge Yacht club.

I rented a slip today for the season and couldn't have had a better experience. The owner showed me…read morearound and was quite friendly. He was also fair about price and made me feel like I am finally home, as I've had my boat in several different local marinas in the past.