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.

My girls love riding lessons. We have no experience with horses, and they're learning about riding…read moreas well as equine care. It's neat to see them gaining confidence around these beautiful animals!

Kristin and William have a top notch facility with 12 stalls and a 120 x 56 indoor riding arena. We…read morewere so impressed at the responsiveness in scheduling a lesson. They met us upon arrival and were so friendly. Kristin walked my daughter through her first driving lesson step by step. Being an accomplished equestrian, my daughter knew about riding, but nothing about driving. At the end of the first lesson, she was navigating the arena all by herself and had such a sense of confidence. We will definitely be back and encourage you to check this place out for lessons for you or your kids. They host some summer camps for young kids which sound amazing.

Okay I almost gave this an average but I do come from San Diego so it was pretty simple day. It's…read more June on a Monday and it's not too hot today so some of the critters were actually out and about. It cost me $17.95 to get in by myself with a 1-year-old. Once we were inside it was $4 to feed a giraffe, $3 to ride the carousel, $5 to ride the train, $12 for a kids meal lunch so things add up pretty fast! But if you are a large family I would definitely pack a lunch there's plenty of picnic spots. It's a lovely place to walk around for a couple hours on a not so humid day. It's all part of Warner Park so it was quite enjoyable.

The animals are not taking care of is concerning. The warthog is thin and acted straved. Many of…read morethe water bowls had slime and not cared for a while . Every one the the habits are way too small . But the ones that you pay to feed are looked after . The place will said we are a credited by AZA and ZAA . The giraffes have very little outside room to move but they are kept outside so they can learn extra money from people can buy to feed them . The building that houses some of the animals is falling apart moss and rot on the roof . Chattanooga needs to do better instead of let's have a beer party or raise a glass of wine or the other gimmick to get customer in the door . A snake habitat has a bunch of dollar bills inside of it .

Lookout Mountain Incline Railway is another popular attraction located in downtown Chattanooga,…read moreTennessee. You'd never expect an under the radar city like Chattanooga to have so many wonderful landmark attractions like Ruby Falls, Rock City Gardens and now here at the Incline Railway, but Chattanooga is a worthwhile stop for any adventurer's journey. It's $22 roundtrip to ride 1450 feet at an incline grade of up to 72% to and from the summit of Lookout Mountain. It's about a 10 minute journey in total for riders to enjoy forest surrounding views while trekking up inside a customized railway car. Once up at the Summit Station high atop Chattanooga, there are two lookout observation points to check out. The first one is up a flight of stairs right in front of the train car exit area. Here you can admire Chattanooga's valley floor looking down below with the train tracks being the centerpiece focal point. Next, up two flights of stairs is an Upper Observation Platform. This section has more room for visitors to walk around and take family photos while breathing in the fresh air from 2400 feet high. It's a similar vantage point to the first observation deck, but still, nice to take in perspectives from all angles. There's a small gift store and cafe/fudge shop to purchase snacks and keepsakes. If interested, you can learn history about the Incline railway walking through the Centennial Exhibits located off to the left hand side of the Summit Station. Tourists can take as much time as they'd like enjoying the sceneries atop Chattanooga. Most folks seemed to hang out for about 45 minutes - 1 hour before departing back down Lookout Mountain. Extra notes... - To control crowds, train departures leave every 30 minutes. But, if you purchased a ticket for a 10am ride and the railway car is full, you'll be forced to wait in line for the next departure, not necessarily at 10:30am, but more like 10:20am given the 10 minute rides each way to and from the summit. My suggestion would be to get in line 15 minutes early prior to a 10am departure. The specific 30 minute intervals are used more as a guide to help to spread out the crowds from arriving all at once and then creating a bottleneck situation. - Incline Railway hours are 9am - 6pm/7pm daily. The railway is located in downtown Chattanooga. You can find limited parking on the side streets for free, but there's also a large parking lot for visitors to leave their cars. It is pay by the hour. It'll cost a few dollars extra ($3 - $5) for parking. - The railway car and ride to the summit is not scary. For those with a fear of heights, you should not be deterred. In the end, Lookout Mountain Incline Railway is a pretty worthwhile activity that should not be missed for visitors coming to Chattanooga.

Took some friends to Incline Mountain Railroad while in town for MLK weekend. This isn't my first…read moretime as I have been two other times and every time I enjoy myself. It's a great ride to introduce friends to Chattanooga and to be able to look out and see the city and surrounding state. Make sure your friends don't have issues with height before you go. I had two friends, who were not prepared for how sharp incline is. For some reason, they thought we would be on flatland once we got to the top, but the railroad is inclined the entire top stop. We enjoy looking out at the surrounding states and then going down to the bottom floor to look at how the rail system works. Don't forget to stop in the gift shop as they had some of the best shortbread cookies. I've been two other times and these were a new item. I'll definitely return if I have friends in town visiting!

When you're visiting downtown Chatanooga, it's rainy or you don't have a climbing partner,…read moreHighPoint is a great option. You can purchase a day pass, rental gear, even your own coach. But there are several self belay stations you can play on. When the weather is good, make sure you head outside and climb the front of the building for a unique view of the city. Only complaint is that they need to clean up those outdoor routes. They are filled with cobs webs and bat poop.

This is by far the best High Point and it has been so fun picking up this new hobby over the past…read morefew months if you are in need of a new hobby I would recommend trying high point and rock climbing as a whole 5/5 stars would recommend

I occasionally afford myself the luxury of visiting places without really knowing what to expect…read more This park just wasn't that clear to me in its purpose, but it became more so after arrival, with a visitor center focused on Native American history and identifying this as a Cherokee Nation headquarters. A spread of recreated buildings outside offers opportunities for perusal. The most aesthetically distinctive site is a large spring of the sort that seem more common in Kentucky than Tennessee, which evinces a robust blue color and empties into a clear stream. The spring itself is off-limits, but the stream is open for wading. All of these sites are within sight of the initial entrance, but a trek uphill reveals picnic areas, an amphitheater, and a couple of mile trail through the woods. Between the different elements of the park, it was easy to spend a couple of hours there, and best of all, it's free, though the gift shop warrants examination.

Red Clay is not the type of state park that I would normally seek out. Why? It's not in the…read moremountains and the trails are tame. Nonetheless, something about it lured me in for a visit and I'm glad I ventured out here (on Indigenous People's Day coincidentally). Historically, it's really interesting that this was the last meeting site for the Cherokee tribe's council. The signs claim it is "where the Trail of Tears really began." I was really intrigued by the natural Spring called "the Blue Hole." I've never seen a spring that appears bright blue in a forest setting. Seeing this cool natural sight was pretty awesome. Also, I could just imagine the Cherokee using this spring water and being here hundreds of years before. Trail wise: Pretty flat and easy trails. It's not very challenging. But, it makes up for it because it's a calm place with beautiful forest. I loved walking around. Also, since this is small and off the beaten path, it's not crowded at all. Overall: highly recommended. Worth a visit!

I parked here for the start of the Edward's Point trail via Crescent Ridge and found the parking…read morelot pretty empty on a Monday morning around 9:30am. There are maybe 20 spots and the Signal Point overlook is right beside the restrooms and a short paved trail from parking. Worth a stop.

This was a great, easy trail--about 1.6 miles round trip and took us around 65 minutes, including…read moretime spent at the waterfall. The waterfall at the end is beautiful and made a perfect spot to rest. We let Luna take a quick swim to cool off, but were very cautious about her not drinking the water. I had done quite a bit of research beforehand and found mixed reviews about the water quality. Most concerns centered around contamination within 24-48 hours after rainfall. Since it hadn't rained recently, we felt confident it was safe, and thankfully, Luna had no issues after swimming.

This place is so cool. So much history and so worth checking out…read more We drove through much of this but stopped by the tower. Of course I had to walk up it ....and back down. I had spaghetti legs after that, but it was so worth it. The view from the top is so beautiful.

Had an amazing visit here today. It is absolutely worth the visit. So much history…read more I can truly appreciate the self guided narration by utilizing the NPS app. It helps keep you on track as you navigate through the battlefield. Next visit I plan to do a little more walking around. This is a huge land mass and there are some areas you cannot get to via vehicle. It was nice to see lots of people on bike, flying kites and with the pets.