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    Glen Falls Trail

    4.4 (27 reviews)

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    Vladmir T.

    Happy Short Hike, Little Waterfall & Bridge No admission fees, park passes or anything needed but some decent footwear. Parking is tricky here. The spot can be tricky for the first timer. It is the spot with 10-12 parking spots on the cliff side of the road usually all fulfilled with cars. Be careful: Winding mountain road with people driving faster than the speed limit where you have a blind pull out into traffic from the roadside parking. There is a cool little spot going through the rocks my son was amused climbing in. Nice little area for sure. There is a lower falls area and the upper falls are the cooler spot for pictures. This might be a better spot after a little rain or when show is melting. The water fall wasn't flowing much in our visit but still worth the short hike to being in the woods and recharge the batteries in the brain.

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    Azure S.

    Oh wow this spot was lots of fun!!! I definitely Recommend going to sunset rock first then on your way back down hill go to glen falls as parking was a lot easier to access!! Now I don't think this was the time of year (October) where there was a lot of water to create a better stream of water for the falls but this was a great hike up! Now don't get lost continuing straight down the trail once you pass the bridge! Make sure to go where my finger in the picture below is pointed. It's a staircase going up into a small like cave and continues up! For the larger open falls area! So much fun! Just don't be like me and go jumping down any rocks! You may fall!!! Here's some pics of our adventure! Giving it a 4.5 star as parking is a bit difficult.

    View of the falls
    Markiesa B.

    For starters it is a very rocky trail so have some good shoes on. It only took us probably 10 minutes to reach the first waterfall. Kept climbing up towards some steps through a cave and saw more waterfalls. I had a blast and definitely a workout to start my Monday . Rocks were slippery on the falls but that didn't stop us from getting on them. Had plenty of great picture views and would definitely try this trail again. Probably took only an hour or so to do most of the trail and turn back around .

    The steps just beyond the waterfall
    Kameetrice F.

    I really wanted to go to Lula falls, but who knew it required making a reservation??!- so to ensure my trip was not in vain I decided to find Glen Falls Trail. As noted by another Yelper, you have not arrived when the GPS. Tells you you have. Continue o drive south until you see a small parking area. There is a sign that tells you that the trail starts, but it is likely blocked by a vehicle. I consider the trail to be fairly easy. There is only moderate elevation. You can gear the falls prior to arriving at it. The day I went there had not been a ton of rain so I did not get to experience it in all it's glory. Note- there are steps that lead up to higher elevation just behind the waterfall, so keep going!

    Emma T.

    This is a great little hike! The trail is clear and not very technical and only has gradual elevation changes and some stairs. It is not very long, only about a mile out and back. If you do desire a more challenging hike, you can make it that! We took a little extra time and crossed over the water by navigating over rocks and trees. There is also an opportunity to do some more technical climbing. This is a perfect hike for kids that like to explore, but don't have the stamina or attention span for a long distance hike. We took a 3 year-old and 11 year-old and they both enjoyed it. The 3 year-old boy loved navigating the rocks to cross over the water. The parking her can be challenging and easily missed as you approach the trail head. Drive slow as you approach so you don't pass it and have to go further up the mountain and turn around.

    Lorena G.

    This is a really good trail, It was an easy and quick hike for us. We were able to enjoy the views and there are so many trees that there is plenty of shade for a hot sunny day. It took us probably 20mins to complete the trail. I will be going back because I would like to know the total distance and an accurate time. This trail doesn't have a parking space, you just park on the shoulder either at the entrace or across the street, this is also free!

    Elena P.

    Love this hike!!! The trails and scenery are beautiful. The only reason I'm giving this a one is because unfortunately while hiking for less than 20min someone broke our rental car window and stoled our luggage.

    Kiersten P.

    beautiful and easy trail right off the road. small parking area (only about 5 cars) but not a very long trail before you get to the falls, about a half mile.

    A scenic view along the trail.
    Quincy V.

    A bit of a hidden gem, though tricky to find. The intersection on Yelp is a little bit off. You have to go about a mile farther south and then there's a small pulloff area with room for about 4-5 cars to park. I came here a day after rain, so some of the trails were muddy and even covered with a couple of inches of water in spots. Either way, I walked the trail south, having no idea what to expect. It was scenic at first, with areas of overgrown ivy and the sound of water falling in the distance. I suddenly came upon the "main" waterfall and it was breathtaking. Not a huge waterfall, but still beautiful in its own right. The bridge crossing the falls might make you cringe, but I walked over in a few times and it seems sturdy enough. If you continue south, you will come across a few other smaller waterfalls. I didn't walk the entire stretch, as it was starting to get dark. Overall, this was a nice place to walk/hike and take photos of the waterfalls. Since it's free, I'd highly recommend coming here if you don't want to pay an arm and a leg, as apparently some nearby trails/parks charge. The only downsides were limited parking and some of the trails being very wet, even after just a modest rainfall.

    Laura H.

    Warning: This trailhead is not easy to find. Glen Falls is right off of Ochs Highway (just past Sanders Road) and the trail leads to waterfalls that are even more beautiful than you can imagine. This is a fairly easy hike, and it only takes about 15 minutes before you'll start to hear the waterfalls. The elevation increases pretty quickly once you reach the falls-- there's a bridge, stone steps, and a little cave that brings you out to the very top. It's a great escape to peaceful surroundings. Looking for the perfect place to propose? A hike that the kids can handle? Glen Falls has got you covered.

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    Very beautiful family trip!! We had a wonderful time! Will be going again soon! Beautiful views!

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    amazing hike! very accessible with beautiful views. only tip is to back in when parking!

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    11/3/16. DRY. NO WATERFALL. Only a small puddle exists. Wait till it rains. Beautiful hike though.

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    Sunset Rock Climbing

    Sunset Rock Climbing

    4.7(28 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    LOL --- this is my first "non-food" review, but this place is so beautiful --- it needs to be…read moreshared! I was looking for somewhere beautiful to get a panorama of Chattanooga (+ more) from an awesome vantage point, and I found this spot on Google. It's a bit of a winding drive to eventually arrive to the site, and when you do, parking is extremely limited. It's either you got luck or God on your side, to park right where the "rock" is, but I was very fortunate. The steps are very large and irregular getting to the actual "site", and if you are not fit --- just go slow. However, once you arrive --- it's like heaven. A view from the heavens overseeing the Tennessee River Gorge, Prentice Cooper State Forest, and valleys. Spending 20-30 minutes after getting up their will clear your mind. A view that you should not pass up!

    This trail was a bit more challenging than others we've done. For context, I enjoy long hikes on…read morerelatively flat, well-defined paths--l'm not a hardcore hiker. So, from my perspective, I'd rate this as a moderately difficult hike. The trail is about 3.5 miles round trip and took us around 2 hours, not including the time we spent enjoying the view at the top. The summit is absolutely worth the effort-the view is breathtaking. Be sure to bring plenty of water. Thankfully, the trail has lots of shade, which helped keep us cool and protected from the sun.

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    Sunset Rock Climbing - Pathway down to cliffs

    Pathway down to cliffs

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    Sunset Rock Climbing

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    Ruby Falls - View from the top at night!

    Ruby Falls

    3.7(958 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    My husband had never been to Ruby Falls so we went exploring. The site has been around since 1930…read moreand is in great shape! Everything is well maintained and updated. We enjoyed the tour down into the cavern. Our tour guide Michael was funny, easy to understand, knowledgeable, and genuinely seemed to enjoy his job. Seeing the rock formations and the falls had us in awe of what we saw. It was absolutely beautiful! The video to start and the stories along the way really added to the experience. I appreciated that a sound system had been installed (and well hidden) so we could hear clearly. It was a fun morning!

    Ruby Falls has been on my "must see" list for years and every time it pops up in a video on my…read moreinstagram account, I'm more determined to come for a visit. Finally, was able to do it last month. Purchased tickets in advance and showed up with enough time to shop in the gift shop and use the restroom. They have a very nice facility here with plenty of parking, a cafe, a large gift shop, and an observation tower. Spotless inside and well-run. Also, a penny press! Our tour guide, Chuck I believe, was wonderful. Extremely friends and funny and knowledgable about the cave but also about Chattanooga and the surrounding area. They are really doing a lot of tours. Since you walk 0.5 miles to the waterfall underground, it's a bit of a slog to keep getting to the side so groups of 30-40 can go by (tight space). We probably had to do this about 5-6x during our tour. The falls are amazing, but, walking the half mile through the cave and seeing all the other formations was wonderful too. There really are a lot of examples of formations and some unique ones like Angel's Wings, Western Sunset and Leo's Passage. Our group was large, but we had a good time and everyone was polite. The only thing I was disappointed in was that the waterfall wasn't illuminated for us to walk up to it - instead, we walked in in the dark and all crowded around it - so, when the lights came on, I wasn't able to get an approach or long shot of it in full length. They do have first tours of the day and adult-only tours so, if I come back again, I may look into that.

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    Ruby Falls
    Ruby Falls - Above the Cave system we walked through

    Above the Cave system we walked through

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    Experience Chattanooga

    Experience Chattanooga

    5.0(5 reviews)
    19.4 mi

    Hope and Ryan are absolutely amazing. They made our group feel absolutely safe and excited about…read morehiking in South Cumberland. From pick up to drop off everything was perfect! I can't wait to hike with them again!

    Ryan & Hope are so friendly, easy going, professional and well prepared! If you want to go on some…read morebeautiful hikes and not worry about the logistics, they are your people! They have covered all the details you normally would handle or research yourself, especially if you're from out of state like myself. If you don't have a vehicle or don't want to drive, pick up and drop off is included in the price. As long as you're staying in Downtown Chattanooga. An assortment of pre-packaged snacks & bottles of water are provided. They carry them while you hike so you don't need to! The bonus? They take professional photos of you on the hike to commemorate you & your group in action & posing! They have a quick turnaround also with access to your edited picture gallery. So no timer settings on cameras or one person out of the group pics! Oh! Best of all? The group hike is private! You won't have any randos with you! I had an awesome time! Communication was excellent from the time I inquired about booking a hike all the way through the end! They are highly responsive! I received confirmation via email & text. However, when I had questions I texted directly and a couple of days before the hike and the morning of the hike they sent me texts for updates. A waiver is required to be signed the day of the hike in person. Bug spray was provided prior to our hike. I chose to do the Soul therapy hike for my birthday because it offers a variety of scenery. It was one of my favorite hikes I've done over the years. It ranged from views above the falls down to close up views touching the water. Although, you can take a super short cut to the falls, it is still a steep path down into the gorge. We took the longer trail which is even more scenic involving various beautiful views and overlooks, tall walls of sandstone and one major steep descent of rocks into the gorge which requires a lot of careful footing placement & maybe 1-2 areas ( the rock wall or a random tree trunk) to hold onto for balance. Honestly, if I didn't have Hope & Ryan as guides and I was doing the hike on my own with just friends, I probably would have taken one look down that steep of a sea of rocks and said let's go another way. Hahaha.. But Hope was leading and offered her arm as balance support if needed, which I took a few times. Slow & steady my friends. Along the way, we also crossed two cool bridges as well. The falls were pretty and kind of reminded me of the Salto do Prego waterfall in Sao Miguel. It was a wonderful time with Hope & Ryan where we were able to learn about the area, the wildflowers and rest on the way back to our hotel in their nice, clean , comfortable and AC SUV while snacking on the way back & having good conversation. They also provide some coupons to local restaurants and shops, & an EXPERIENCE CHATTANOOGA sticker. They were kind enough to accommodate picking us up last minute at a local breakfast place that we had walked to from our hotel since, it was close to our pick up time. We really appreciated it! They offer many different hikes and different levels. If I had been there a whole week, I would have probably booked the all day waterfalls tour and the alpaca farm & coffee tour too! Be sure to check out their website! They provide in depth descriptions of their different hikes. Also, some hikes are only done certain days of the week so make sure to check for their availability! Military discounts & discounts for groups over a certain number are offered. Just be sure to mention it to them prior to payment.

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