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One of the coolest spots near Chattanooga. It has by far one of the most spectacular views I have ever seen. We enjoyed walking around the park for over almost two hours taking it all in, getting photos, and reading about the history. Highly recommend and a must see spot!
This park has a national park service fee to enter, but it is worth it for the view and the whole experience. There are multiple spots of historic significance and a small museum on site. There were lots of places to enjoy the scenery and I'm very glad that we stopped here. The hiking can be a bit up-and-down so if you're intending to do lots of walking, would recommend wearing some sturdy shoes.
The view the view will say it all! It's beautiful beyond words I quote my grandson who is seven and one of our videos he says "how can I see the whole world! " what a beautiful experience to be able to share with my grandchildren I was able to let them explore, and we stopped across the way and picked up a junior Rangers book before we began, and the kids loved finding and doing the different activities as we explore the area there are a lot of stairs in some places and be prepared to walk, but you'll never forget these breathtaking views!
Without a doubt the best $10 I've ever spent. The views literally gave me goosebumps and I found out what breathtaking means. The Ochs Museum is worth the visit too with the views and info there. There are a lot of rock steps down to get to that museum.
Point Park was well worth the trip. For only $10 per person you get stunning views and lots of historical information. If you explore you will find a mini museum.
I forgot to write this review a couple months ago but I will write about this now so.... I'm going to start with saying I'm a Huge history Nerd and I was thrilled to Go to lookout mountain and experience History in person but I will start off with say that the park has a enter fee of 5-10$ I think but wants you go in I recommend to take the Right path and follow it to the canons that overlook Chattanooga (1st picture) and then go down the path to The indoor museum and take a view of the Showcases and learn some history but then go up the stairs to a nice Nature walk and reach your way to the West Part Of Lookout Point and visit the memorial of the Solders and get a view of the West side of Chattanooga (3rd picture) and just enjoy the rest of the park. But in short I highly recommend this place to anyone interested in America Civil War History 10/10.
Take in a bit of Civil War history on top of Lookout Mountain at Point Park! Point Park's 16 acres provides overlooks, monuments, and cannon positions interpreting the Battle of Lookout Mountain as well as the other Battles for Chattanooga. Why did President Lincoln and the Union Army fight to capture Chattanooga. The answer awaits your visit!! Your National Park Pass will cover the admission charge. Take a coat. Pretty brisk. And, enjoy!! I was amazed driving up Lookout Mountain, there were private residences along the way and to the summit and Point Park. The view is fantastic!!
GORGEOUS VIEWS! Very short walk from top of Incline Railway and very small fee to enter (or you can purchase an annual parks pass from them). Beautiful, spacious park. Amazing views. Caution - some views are steep and they didn't have any railings so it could be a bit dangerous if you have small children running around. We would definitely go back!
It's almost July, so I was hesitant when the Husband wanted to go, but we had a great time. The is a small free parking lot. We circled 3 times to get in that. Paid parking around it. There are clean public restrooms. There is a $10 per person charge to enter, and it did not disappoint. Interesting Civil War relics are there but the views are stellar and you can really pick your own level of physical effort needed. There is a paved loop that is not TOO inclined for limited mobility access. Lots of trails and walking you CAN opt for, but you can also keep it simple and just have a great view of Chatty and the river bend - and of course the traffic on I-24 below! I loved that it was totally for tourists but don't feel like a "trap" trying to sell t shirts or junk. So glad we went!
Point Park atop Lookout Mountain offers some of the best views of Chattanooga. It also has several Civil War monuments as part of the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park (worth a visit on the Georgia side), and is part of the National Parks Service. There is a smaller visitors center here across the Point Park entrance with some nice exhibits/displays and a smaller ranger station. There is a fee to enter the park, but it is more affordable than nearby Rock City and Ruby Falls, and probably does a decent job of curbing overcrowding, while also funding park maintenance. Lookout Mountain does have limited paid street parking, but many people take the trip on the Incline Railway up the mountain from St. Elmo, which is only a few minutes walk away from Point Park. Regardless of whether you're there for some of the best views of Chattanooga, for the Civil War monuments, or just killing time after taking the Incline Railway, Point Park is definitely worth a visit, especially so on a nice and sunny day.
I've been to Antietam https://www.yelp.com/biz/antietam-national-battlefield-sharpsburg?hrid=uCZ56tvQ7bfFqJSuenhjhg and I've been to Gettysburg https://www.yelp.com/biz/gettysburg-national-military-park-gettysburg?hrid=45dsMCQMQ2IHYDss_qCYBA. So the power and the presence here at the battlefield was not unexpected. On November 24, 1863, during the American Civil War, the Battle of Lookout Mountain took place here. The view over the Tennessee Valley from here is amazing and the monuments to the battle are impressive. Any Civil War buff should visit here for the history. The massive New York State Peace Memorial points out some of the turning points and the heavy losses of the Union troops here. Some 5100 soldiers were killed and 31000 wounded, making the Battles for Chattanooga and Chickamauga some of the bloodiest of the Civil War. There is a self-service machine for entry to the park. It is $10. Much of the park is walkabout and handicapped accessible. Some parts are not. [Review 18833 overall - 364 in Tennessee - 2356 of 2022.]
Visited Point Park of the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park (NMP) and the small adjoining welcome center with a small movie theatre. There are several Yelp reviews of related sites, so some confusion which is which. Use this one for Point Park. Park admission fee, and free if you have an America the Beautiful National Park Pass. No fee for the museum. We took one of the three Park Ranger-guided tours offered that day midweek in August. About 45 mins. Highly recommended to make the drive up the mountain. First-class storytelling by a Park Ranger. While almost as bloody as Gettysburg, in some ways the Battle for Chattanooga was more strategic for both sides due to the Tennessee River and Chattanooga as a railroad hub for the South. President Lincoln assigned the task to take Chattanooga to General Grant. The stories of the battles are chilling. Decades after the battles, survivors rejoined to celebrate the building of the New York Peace Monument made onsite with Tennessee and Massachusetts stone, and tell their stories firsthand. Congress authorized it as one of four National Military Parks. Like every place in Chattanooga, metered parking is outside the gate. The parking area is small. Also recommend the $8 film at the adjoining visitor center. Allow 45 mins. Not to be confused with the more elaborate Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center. Tip I: GPS 110 Point Park Rd, Lookout Mountain, TN 37350. Accessible from Chattanooga and on the border with Georgia Tip II: Choose a clear day for a breathtaking vista view.
Before going into Point Park, we visited the welcome center for the park. Inside were souvenirs, and a room with audio-visual displays of the Civil War battles. We also used the bathrooms on the side of the building. Bring older has its perks. We used our America the Beautiful pass for entry into this National Park. It was much bigger than we thought, and we only saw one third of it due to time constraints. The view is remarkable. We walked all the way around, looking down on Chattanooga. We walked up to the Civil War Memorial, giving equal credit to the Union and Confederate soldiers. The plaques were a little difficult to read, though, and we weren't really sure what the soldier on top looked like. There were several cannons in the park, allowing us to imagine the battles in which they were used. Benches were in several places to sit in awe of our surroundings. Stairs down to overlooks allowed us to see more vantage points. We left too soon, but realized that we can return again and again with our pass. And that's what we'll do!
19 days ago
Wow! Stunning view of Chattanooga - can't believe I'd never been here before! The views around dusk were awesome. I'd love to be up here for the fourth of July - I wonder if they host an event. The monuments are intriguing, but the main event really is the view. read more
Up the road from Rock City is Point Park, a section of the Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park. There's some parking nearby, or you can take the Incline Railway up from the base and walk here, the location is amazing! You can get a Passport Stamp here, too, if you're into that sort of thing (). Check out the view of the Moccasin Bend and the monument in the center of the park, or head down to the connection trail section for a hike to Sunset Rock or Craven House. The views are gorgeous from the overlooks, and definitely worth the small price of admission, which you can purchase in advance from the National Parks website. read more
2 months ago
4 months ago
One of the coolest spots near Chattanooga. It has by far one of the most spectacular views I have ever seen. We enjoyed walking around the park for over almost two hours taking it all in, getting photos, and reading about the history. Highly recommend and a must see spot! read more
This park has a national park service fee to enter, but it is worth it for the view and the whole experience. There are multiple spots of historic significance and a small museum on site. There were lots of places to enjoy the scenery and I'm very glad that we stopped here. The hiking can be a bit up-and-down so if you're intending to do lots of walking, would recommend wearing some sturdy shoes. read more
6 months ago
The view the view will say it all! It's beautiful beyond words I quote my grandson who is seven and one of our videos he says "how can I see the whole world! " what a beautiful experience to be able to share with my grandchildren I was able to let them explore, and we stopped across the way and picked up a junior Rangers book before we began, and the kids loved finding and doing the different activities as we explore the area there are a lot of stairs in some places and be prepared to walk, but you'll never forget these breathtaking views! read more
1 year ago
Without a doubt the best $10 I've ever spent. The views literally gave me goosebumps and I found out what breathtaking means. The Ochs Museum is worth the visit too with the views and info there. There are a lot of rock steps down to get to that museum. read more
7 months ago
Point Park was well worth the trip. For only $10 per person you get stunning views and lots of historical information. If you explore you will find a mini museum. read more
1 year ago
I forgot to write this review a couple months ago but I will write about this now so.... I'm going to start with saying I'm a Huge history Nerd and I was thrilled to Go to lookout mountain and experience History in person but I will start off with say that the park has a enter fee of 5-10$ I think but wants you go in I recommend to take the Right path and follow it to the canons that overlook Chattanooga (1st picture) and then go down the path to The indoor museum and take a view of the Showcases and learn some history but then go up the stairs to a nice Nature walk and reach your way to the West Part Of Lookout Point and visit the memorial of the Solders and get a view of the West side of Chattanooga (3rd picture) and just enjoy the rest of the park. But in short I highly recommend this place to anyone interested in America Civil War History 10/10. read more
Take in a bit of Civil War history on top of Lookout Mountain at Point Park! Point Park's 16 acres provides overlooks, monuments, and cannon positions interpreting the Battle of Lookout Mountain as well as the other Battles for Chattanooga. Why did President Lincoln and the Union Army fight to capture Chattanooga. The answer awaits your visit!! Your National Park Pass will cover the admission charge. Take a coat. Pretty brisk. And, enjoy!! I was amazed driving up Lookout Mountain, there were private residences along the way and to the summit and Point Park. The view is fantastic!! read more
3 years ago
GORGEOUS VIEWS! Very short walk from top of Incline Railway and very small fee to enter (or you can purchase an annual parks pass from them). Beautiful, spacious park. Amazing views. Caution - some views are steep and they didn't have any railings so it could be a bit dangerous if you have small children running around. We would definitely go back! read more
1 year ago
It's almost July, so I was hesitant when the Husband wanted to go, but we had a great time. The is a small free parking lot. We circled 3 times to get in that. Paid parking around it. There are clean public restrooms. There is a $10 per person charge to enter, and it did not disappoint. Interesting Civil War relics are there but the views are stellar and you can really pick your own level of physical effort needed. There is a paved loop that is not TOO inclined for limited mobility access. Lots of trails and walking you CAN opt for, but you can also keep it simple and just have a great view of Chatty and the river bend - and of course the traffic on I-24 below! I loved that it was totally for tourists but don't feel like a "trap" trying to sell t shirts or junk. So glad we went! read more
11 months ago
Point Park atop Lookout Mountain offers some of the best views of Chattanooga. It also has several Civil War monuments as part of the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park (worth a visit on the Georgia side), and is part of the National Parks Service. There is a smaller visitors center here across the Point Park entrance with some nice exhibits/displays and a smaller ranger station. There is a fee to enter the park, but it is more affordable than nearby Rock City and Ruby Falls, and probably does a decent job of curbing overcrowding, while also funding park maintenance. Lookout Mountain does have limited paid street parking, but many people take the trip on the Incline Railway up the mountain from St. Elmo, which is only a few minutes walk away from Point Park. Regardless of whether you're there for some of the best views of Chattanooga, for the Civil War monuments, or just killing time after taking the Incline Railway, Point Park is definitely worth a visit, especially so on a nice and sunny day. read more
I've been to Antietam https://www.yelp.com/biz/antietam-national-battlefield-sharpsburg?hrid=uCZ56tvQ7bfFqJSuenhjhg and I've been to Gettysburg https://www.yelp.com/biz/gettysburg-national-military-park-gettysburg?hrid=45dsMCQMQ2IHYDss_qCYBA. So the power and the presence here at the battlefield was not unexpected. On November 24, 1863, during the American Civil War, the Battle of Lookout Mountain took place here. The view over the Tennessee Valley from here is amazing and the monuments to the battle are impressive. Any Civil War buff should visit here for the history. The massive New York State Peace Memorial points out some of the turning points and the heavy losses of the Union troops here. Some 5100 soldiers were killed and 31000 wounded, making the Battles for Chattanooga and Chickamauga some of the bloodiest of the Civil War. There is a self-service machine for entry to the park. It is $10. Much of the park is walkabout and handicapped accessible. Some parts are not. [Review 18833 overall - 364 in Tennessee - 2356 of 2022.] read more
Visited Point Park of the Chickamauga & Chattanooga National Military Park (NMP) and the small adjoining welcome center with a small movie theatre. There are several Yelp reviews of related sites, so some confusion which is which. Use this one for Point Park. Park admission fee, and free if you have an America the Beautiful National Park Pass. No fee for the museum. We took one of the three Park Ranger-guided tours offered that day midweek in August. About 45 mins. Highly recommended to make the drive up the mountain. First-class storytelling by a Park Ranger. While almost as bloody as Gettysburg, in some ways the Battle for Chattanooga was more strategic for both sides due to the Tennessee River and Chattanooga as a railroad hub for the South. President Lincoln assigned the task to take Chattanooga to General Grant. The stories of the battles are chilling. Decades after the battles, survivors rejoined to celebrate the building of the New York Peace Monument made onsite with Tennessee and Massachusetts stone, and tell their stories firsthand. Congress authorized it as one of four National Military Parks. Like every place in Chattanooga, metered parking is outside the gate. The parking area is small. Also recommend the $8 film at the adjoining visitor center. Allow 45 mins. Not to be confused with the more elaborate Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center. Tip I: GPS 110 Point Park Rd, Lookout Mountain, TN 37350. Accessible from Chattanooga and on the border with Georgia Tip II: Choose a clear day for a breathtaking vista view. read more
4 years ago
Before going into Point Park, we visited the welcome center for the park. Inside were souvenirs, and a room with audio-visual displays of the Civil War battles. We also used the bathrooms on the side of the building. Bring older has its perks. We used our America the Beautiful pass for entry into this National Park. It was much bigger than we thought, and we only saw one third of it due to time constraints. The view is remarkable. We walked all the way around, looking down on Chattanooga. We walked up to the Civil War Memorial, giving equal credit to the Union and Confederate soldiers. The plaques were a little difficult to read, though, and we weren't really sure what the soldier on top looked like. There were several cannons in the park, allowing us to imagine the battles in which they were used. Benches were in several places to sit in awe of our surroundings. Stairs down to overlooks allowed us to see more vantage points. We left too soon, but realized that we can return again and again with our pass. And that's what we'll do! read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
Really great views off both sides of the mountain and lots of historical information. Dogs are permitted too and our pup absolutely loved the visit. There are a few buildings to visit both inside and out of the park depending on season. Paved trails around the main park area make for easy access for anyone restricted to a wheelchair. Definitely a great park to visit! 1) Parking is by availability and ranges in price based off the time you select 2) This is a park with an entrance fee. Currently, it is $10. read more
This is worth a visit if you are in the area. On a clear day you can see why it was an important Confederacy stronghold. On a clear day you can see as far as the mountains and air pollution will let you. Very picturesque spot. The park itself is not that large but the $10 entry fee may be worth it for the view. read more
Great views and great history! It's not a huge park, but there's enough to explain the Civil War history and the battles fought around Lookout Mountain and Chattanooga. It's worth the stop, even if you went to visit other attractions in the area. read more
1 year ago
7 years ago
Very disappointing Loud construction next door - building new homes & renovations on older homes Okay view but not worth $14 (7 per person) read more
3 years ago
Great park. Amazing views! Not too difficult to get too, you'll be surprised at how high you are. Going in the morning was a great decision as there isn't much parking and tourbuses start arriving about noon. read more
5 years ago
Entrance fee is $10 and you have to pay to park ($3/hour). But it is cheaper than Rock City and has similar views. Nice place to walk around and reflect with benches to sit too. Worth a visit if you are in the area. read more
5 years ago
4 years ago
Spectacular views of Chattanooga and the surrounding area. The NPS charges $10 to get in but you can get in with the national park pass. read more
5 years ago
There are only so many things to do in Chattanooga, and hiking at Point Park is one of them. I preferred Point Park to the tourist traps of Rock City or Ruby Falls. Parking seemed a little confusing. Just be careful where you park and you'll be fine. We found some "free" parking (unsure if it was free or not...) and went on our way. Entry to Point Park is not free. However, as we paid for our $5 tickets, we noticed that technically we did not even need that, as there was no one checking tickets. Oh well, honor code. Even though it was a chilly day (but thankfully sunny and not rainy or cloudy), we still enjoyed taking in the views and the history. We also stumbled upon the Sunset Rock trail, which I believe is part of Point Park. It was a pretty easy hike, although the previous night's rain made some of the natural terrain a little more difficult than it should have been. Overall, skip the pricey touristy parks and head straight to Point Park for a piece of history and a great view of Chattanooga. read more
6 years ago
National Monument Park with the only civil war monument that pays tribute to both sides with a Union soldier and a Confederate Soldier posed shaking hands. This area is at the tip of Lookout Mountain and the views are stunning. We took the incline railway up and walked the few blocks to the park. The entry booth was closed, as was the National Park museum/gift shop. As we were looking at the booth someone walked out and said- the booth is closed and that means no entry fee! She was very proud of herself. Truthfully- Robert would have gained entry free anyway- so we headed in. There are cannons placed about the park, the large monument, plenty of paths and trails and a self guided museum that was open down one of the pathways. The views from of the Tennessee River were incredible. The rock cliffs provided interesting and a tad scary views. I may have taken a few pictures rather close to the edge! Fall leaves were a stunning backdrop and added wonderful pops of color for photos. John was thrilled to take his time in the museum. We met another avid photographer, retired Navy and chatted a few times along the trails every time we bumped into him. When we were on the Riverboat Tour a few days later you get a view of the same point from below. Interesting perspectives! read more
3 years ago
It was beautiful! We had a great time walking around and learning about the History of this park. read more
5 years ago
The views are amazing! There are multiple trails to enjoy the park. TIP: take the inverted railway up and the point park is only a couple of blocks away. Great for nature and history buffs. read more
We spent a lovely afternoon at Point Park and the Ochs Museum. Usually, there's a small fee to enter the park, but since their machines were not working, we got to go in for free. Check out the National Park center before going in. Lots of information about the Chattanooga civil war battles, but the views are what makes this park spectacular. You could just stare out of the city for hours. The Ochs Museum which is at the end of the park, has some artifacts, but the pictures from the late 1800's of the soldiers pictures on the mountain are probably my favorite. We will definitely be back. read more
3 years ago
Excellent views. Worth it! If you dont like walking, dont walk down the various inviting steps, but if you want to get many great views in your photo roll, take the steps down, explore and come back up. read more
When I first approached this park I thought we were going to an amusement park or something since the main entrance was a castle. Lol. You can purchase tickets at the main entrance or at the visitor center across the street. Admission is only $5 per person. The view of Chattanooga was amazing. It sort of reminded me of Horseshoe Bend. There was a live demonstration of a canon firing and a brief history and speech from the ranger. It was a neat thing to experience and be a spectator to. There were real cannon displays throughout the park and even a mini (like super mini) museum to browse through and escape the heat. This is located at the very bottom set of stairs. There will be signs to guide you. Lol. Parking was a bit challenging as some of the meters only took quarters. If you don't have a handful of quarters on hand then you're out of luck. The souvenir shop nearby soon stopped exchanging quarters because of the high demand for them during the Memorial weekend crowd. Some of the neighborhoods had signs up that didn't allow for parking, but the others did not so the bf and I squeezed ourselves behind some cars after driving around for about 5 mins. Lol. This small area is a loop so we just wandered around until we found a free spot. read more
8 years ago
Came here with the family and did a moderate trail and it was pretty difficult but rewarding on the way top. The view up too was awesome but maybe wouldve been better if we went at a nicer time. Took the easy course on the way down and it was a brisk walk with a little negative elevationy Perfecy for bringing a dog! I recommend parking by craven house read more
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Lookout Mountain, TN 37350
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